Live Nation Q2 revenue rises 9% to $7.7 billion; six-month operating income falls 75%
Live Nation reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $7.7 billion, up 9%, and Q2 diluted earnings per share of $1.05, compared with $0.41 a year earlier. Results for the six months were weaker: operating income fell 75% to $151.4 million, mainly reflecting a $450 million governmental investigations and litigation charge, and the company reported a six-month net loss attributable to common stockholders. Management said it remains on track for double-digit adjusted operating income growth in 2026.
Key points
- Q2 2026 revenue was $7.7 billion, up 9%, and adjusted operating income was $817 million, up 2%.
- Concerts adjusted operating income fell 14% to $310 million, while Ticketmaster adjusted operating income rose 14% to $331 million.
- Six-month operating income was $151.4 million, down from $601.4 million, and includes a $450 million governmental investigations and litigation item.
- Full-year 2026 capital expenditures are now projected at $1.1 billion, toward the lower end of the initial range.
The filing
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