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DOJ Antitrust Trial Challenges Live Nation's Ticketmaster Monopoly

3/2/2026

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The Department of Justice's antitrust trial against Live Nation begins today in New York, and a ruling could lead to significant changes.
The 2024 lawsuit accuses Live Nation of monopolizing the live music industry through Ticketmaster and exclusive contracts with venues.
The DOJ says this practice drives up ticket prices and stifles competition.
Live Nation says it does not coerce venues and that many contracts reflect business reasons.

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Story summary

The Department of Justice's antitrust trial against Live Nation begins today in New York, and a ruling could lead to significant changes.
The 2024 lawsuit accuses Live Nation of monopolizing the live music industry through Ticketmaster and exclusive contracts with venues.
The DOJ says this practice drives up ticket prices and stifles competition.
Live Nation says it does not coerce venues and that many contracts reflect business reasons.