Live Nation Entertainment Inc (LYV)

Gross profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Gross profit US$ in thousands 5,827,470 5,457,060 4,343,730 1,912,460 458,778
Revenue US$ in thousands 23,155,600 22,749,100 16,681,300 6,268,450 1,861,180
Gross profit margin 25.17% 23.99% 26.04% 30.51% 24.65%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $5,827,470K ÷ $23,155,600K
= 25.17%

Live Nation Entertainment Inc's gross profit margin has shown fluctuations over the past five years.

- In December 2020, the gross profit margin stood at 24.65%, indicating that for every dollar of revenue generated, the company retained approximately $0.25 after accounting for the cost of goods sold.
- By the end of December 2021, the gross profit margin had improved to 30.51%, suggesting an increase in efficiency and profitability.
- However, in December 2022, the gross profit margin decreased to 26.04%, potentially signaling challenges in managing production or purchasing costs.
- The trend continued in December 2023 when the gross profit margin declined further to 23.99%, potentially highlighting operational pressures impacting profitability.
- In December 2024, the gross profit margin slightly improved to 25.17%, indicating a modest recovery but still below the level seen in December 2021.

Overall, Live Nation Entertainment Inc's gross profit margin trend suggests variable operational efficiency and cost management strategies over the analyzed period. Continued monitoring and potential adjustments may be necessary to enhance profitability and sustainability.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Gross profit margin
Live Nation Entertainment Inc
LYV
25.17%
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
FUN
62.93%
TKO Group Holdings Inc.
TKO
54.91%
Warner Music Group
WMG
11.82%