Live Nation Q2 revenue rises 16% to $7.0 billion; diluted EPS falls to $0.41
Live Nation reported second-quarter 2025 revenue of $7.0 billion, up 16%, and adjusted operating income of $798 million, up 11%. Diluted earnings per share fell to $0.41 from $1.03 a year earlier, and net income attributable to common stockholders dropped to $243 million from $298 million. The company said it is positioned to grow operating income and AOI by double digits in 2025, and expects its additional 24% purchase of OCESA to close in August.
Key points
- Revenue of $7.0 billion, up 16%; operating income of $487 million, up 4%
- Diluted EPS of $0.41 versus $1.03 a year earlier; net income attributable to common stockholders of $243 million versus $298 million
- Accretion, higher taxes and foreign exchange added $185 million to Q2 costs compared with last year
- OCESA purchase would raise ownership to 75%, expected to close in August; Q3 accretion expected at $250 million
The filing
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