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Live Nation reports 19% revenue rise on record concert attendance

The company reports third-quarter revenue of $10.1 billion and a record 61 million fans attending its events.

The short version

  • Live Nation reported third-quarter revenue of $10.1 billion for the quarter ending Sept. 30, up 19% from 2025.[The Hollywood Reporter · Billboard]
  • A record 61 million fans attended Live Nation events during the quarter, according to the company.[Billboard]
  • Ticketmaster revenue rose 9% to $870 million, according to the company's reporting.[Billboard]
  • CEO Michael Rapino said the company now expects nearly 180 million fans in 2026, a projection rather than a result.[Billboard]

Key facts

  • Live Nation reported $10.1 billion in revenue for the quarter ending Sept. 30, up 19% from 2025.[The Hollywood Reporter · Billboard]
  • A record 61 million fans attended Live Nation events during the third fiscal quarter.[Billboard]
  • Ticketmaster revenue rose 9% to $870 million in the quarter.[Billboard]
  • CEO Michael Rapino said the company expects nearly 180 million fans in 2026.[Billboard]

What remains uncertain

  • The nearly 180 million fan figure for 2026 is a company projection, not a verified outcome.[Billboard]

Sources

Outlet counts describe coverage, not independent confirmation. Reports may share a wire service or original source.