Industry Sep 9, 2026
AEG Urges Court to Force Live Nation Sale of Ticketmaster
In short
The deadline to formally comment on Live Nation’s antitrust deal with the US Department Of Justice is today.
Originally published by
Complete Music Update
Rival Live music company AEG has submitted arguments to a judge asserting that Live Nation must divest Ticketmaster to effectively restore competition within the live music market. The company's stance comes as the deadline approaches for formal commentary on Live Nation's antitrust agreement with the US Department Of Justice.
AEG's position indicates a significant dispute over market dominance in ticketing and event promotion. Beyond this specific case, the broader landscape of ticketing also faces scrutiny, with developments concerning ticket touting reported in the United States, Brazil, and South Korea. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.
AEG's position indicates a significant dispute over market dominance in ticketing and event promotion. Beyond this specific case, the broader landscape of ticketing also faces scrutiny, with developments concerning ticket touting reported in the United States, Brazil, and South Korea. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.