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Live Nation Faces Antitrust Case Over Concert Monopoly

4/12/2026

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Live Nation Entertainment faces an antitrust case in Manhattan, with 34 states alleging it monopolizes the concert industry and inflates prices.
The states allege Live Nation Entertainment controls 86% of the concert market and 73% of the overall market.
The jury began deliberations after a five-week trial without reaching a verdict on the first day.
Live Nation's lawyer argues the company's success does not violate antitrust laws.
Deliberations continue Monday.

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Live Nation Entertainment faces an antitrust case in Manhattan, with 34 states alleging it monopolizes the concert industry and inflates prices.
The states allege Live Nation Entertainment controls 86% of the concert market and 73% of the overall market.
The jury began deliberations after a five-week trial without reaching a verdict on the first day.
Live Nation's lawyer argues the company's success does not violate antitrust laws.
Deliberations continue Monday.