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For the first time since 1999, the New York Knicks have a home NBA Finals game at the iconic Madison Square Garden arena. The team is up 2-0 on the San Antonio Spurs, two wins away from claiming its first NBA championship in 53 years, an event that could happen before the public company that owns...

Live Nation Entertainment Inc. (NYSE:LYV) shares moved lower Thursday after its Ticketmaster unit cut 350 employees, representing 8% of its global staff, across 25 countries. LYV stock is moving lower. See the chart and price action here. The layoffs primarily hit engineering, product and design...

On Wednesday, Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and fellow Democrats celebrated after a federal jury found Ticketmaster and parent Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE:LYV) operated an illegal monopoly. Democrats Call Verdict ‘Huge Win' For Fans Warren hailed the decision as a major victory for consumers,...

A Manhattan federal jury on Wednesday found Live Nation Entertainment Inc. (NYSE:LYV) and its subsidiary Ticketmaster maintained a harmful monopoly over major concert venues in the U.S. The verdict delivered a significant defeat for the live entertainment giant and could cost the companies...

On Friday, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) highlighted concerns about Ticketmaster's control over the concert industry, saying artists like Taylor Swift, Olivia Dean, Zach Bryan and The Cure have all criticized the ticketing giant for exploiting fans. Warren Calls For Breakup Amid Monopoly Concerns...

Global superstar Harry Styles, known around the world as a solo singer and former member of One Direction, is set to kick off a global tour in May. Similar to other large global tours by top acts, the "Together, Together" world tour could benefit several companies, including some publicly traded...

The Federal Trade Commission sued Key Investment Group, a Baltimore-based ticket broker, alleging it evaded purchase caps to buy up thousands of seats to in-demand shows, including Taylor Swift's Eras Tour and flipped them for profit. FTC Acts Against Ticket Broker For Flouting Purchase Limits...

Live Nation Entertainment’s (NYSE:LYV) Ticketmaster has announced its support for the richer event tickets feature in Apple Inc.’s (NASDAQ:AAPL) Wallet, which was introduced with iOS 18. What Happened: In a blog post on Thursday, Ticketmaster revealed that it is set to roll out support...

One of the most famous rock bands from the 1990s is reuniting and ending a sibling feud with Oasis announcing a 14-date 2025 tour for the U.K. and Ireland. The tour could be one of the most anticipated and help several entertainment-related companies. What Happened: While the new Oasis tour may not...

Controversial political commentator and host Tucker Carlson is hitting the road with a tour of politicians and key conservative voices ahead of the 2024 presidential election. While Carlson said the tour would sell out, tickets still remain weeks later. What Happened: Carlson has hosted some of the...

The Department of Justice filed an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE:LYV), which sent shares down during the week. Analysts react to the news and share what's ahead for the entertainment company. The LYV Analysts: Guggenheim analyst Curry Baker has a Buy rating and $128...

Ticketmaster parent company Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE:LYV) could soon have "Bad Blood" with the Department of Justice, thanks to a suit stemming from the record breaking concert tour of Taylor Swift. What Happened: Live Nation, one of the world’s largest entertainment companies, owns...

Concert venue owner and operator Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE:LYV) reported fourth-quarter financial results after market close Thursday. Here are the key highlights. What Happened: Live Nation reported fourth-quarter revenue of $5.84 billion, which was up 36% year-over-year. The revenue beat a...

Concert venue owner and operator Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE:LYV) reported third-quarter financial results after the market close Thursday. Here are the key highlights. What Happened: Live Nation reported third-quarter revenue of $8.2 billion, which was up 32% year-over-year. The revenue beat a...

Many football fans will root for the Kansas City Chiefs and cheer on Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce this 2023 NFL season. Apparently, many "Swifties" are tuning into the team's televised games as well. What Happened: Pop superstar Taylor Swift attended last week’s Chiefs...