LOS ANGELES - Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE:LYV) reported third quarter earnings that beat analyst estimates, sending shares up 3.9% in after-hours trading on Monday.
The concert promoter and ticketing giant posted adjusted earnings per share of $1.66, surpassing the consensus estimate of $1.61.
Revenue for the quarter came in at $7.7 billion, slightly below analyst expectations of $7.77 billion but up 4% compared to the same period last year. The company said it wrapped up its "most active summer concert season ever" and that its show pipeline "has never been bigger."
Live Nation's Concerts segment delivered record profitability, with adjusted operating income of $474 million, up 39% YoY. The company said arena and amphitheater shows drove fan growth, with attendance up double-digits in those venues.
"We are pacing toward double-digit AOI growth this year," said Michael Rapino, President and CEO of Live Nation. "As we look toward an even bigger 2025, we have a larger lineup of stadium, arena and amphitheater shows for fans to enjoy."
The company reported strong ongoing demand, with October transacted ticket sales up 15% overall and up 23% for concert events. Live Nation said it has already sold over 20 million tickets for 2025 concerts, pacing up double-digits compared to the same point last year.
While revenue and operating income were impacted by foreign exchange headwinds, particularly in Latin America, Live Nation maintained its outlook for full-year adjusted operating income growth. The company expects its full-year adjusted operating income to free cash flow conversion to be consistent with historical levels.
Live Nation ended the quarter with $5.5 billion in cash and cash equivalents. The company said it is focused on maintaining liquidity and prudent balance sheet management as it continues to invest in venue expansion globally.
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