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April 16, 2026

Live Nation and Ticketmaster illegally monopolized big concert venues, jury finds

A jury on Wednesday found that Live Nation and Ticketmaster operated as an illegal monopoly over big concert venues. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the case.

Live Nation and Ticketmaster illegally monopolized big concert venues, jury finds

TL;DR

  • A jury determined Live Nation and Ticketmaster operated as an illegal monopoly.
  • The monopoly was specifically over large concert venues.
  • The verdict was reached on Wednesday.
  • CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson analyzed the case.