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Live Nation says it will fight monopoly suit loss

Federal jury holds Live Nation-Ticketmaster liable for $1.72-per-ticket overcharges at 257 venues (20% of U.S. sales), with potential $280M damages and company breakup on the line.

Thursday, April 16, 2026 12:00 PM UTC2 MIN READSOURCE: The VergeBY sys://pipeline

A federal jury found Live Nation-Ticketmaster liable for antitrust violations, determining the company overcharged consumers $1.72 per ticket at 257 venues representing 20% of total ticket sales. Live Nation announced plans to appeal the verdict and contest damages, which could reach up to $280 million. Judge Arun Subramanian will determine final damages and potential remedies, including a possible company break-up.

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