Live Nation reports Q2 EPS $1.03, consensus $1.07

Reports Q2 revenue $6.02B, consensus $6.02B. Michael Rapino, President and CEO, Live Nation Entertainment said, “We continue to see strong demand globally, with a growing variety of shows attracting both casual and diehard fans who are buying tickets at all price points, which speaks to the unique experience only live concerts can provide. Venue Nation’s strategic investments in hospitality and infrastructure are driving strong returns as more attendees maximize their onsite experiences. While operating income will be impacted negatively by one-time accruals, we are on track to deliver double-digit AOI growth for the year and look forward to a very busy 2025.”