Industry Sep 17, 2026
AEG Urges Judge to Force Ticketmaster Sale Amid Antitrust Review
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
Live Nation's rival AEG has formally requested that the company be compelled to divest Ticketmaster as part of the ongoing antitrust deal review by the US Department Of Justice. AEG argues that this measure is necessary to reinstate competition within the live music market.
The deadline for public comments on the proposed deal has passed. This development is part of a broader context of ticketing industry scrutiny, with related issues also emerging in Brazil and South Korea. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.