Live Nation reported Q1 revenue of $3.79 billion, up 12% YoY, beating the $3.59 billion consensus.
The company posted a loss of $1.85 per share, far wider than the expected $0.36 loss, due to a $450 million legal accrual.
Adjusted operating income rose 9% to $371 million, and event‑related deferred revenue hit a record $6.6 billion, up 22%.
Concerts segment revenue reached $2.78 billion, up 12% YoY, with fan attendance of 24 million, up 7%.