LYV Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

LYV - Live Nation Entertainment Inc.

SERVICES-AMUSEMENT & RECREATION SERVICES
$181.82
-0.20 (-0.11%) ▼
5d: -3.52%
30d: +3.27%
90d: +9.54%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
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Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026 0d
Smart Money Distribution

Options positioning is turning defensive after a sharp run-up - a pattern consistent with institutional profit-taking. View Scanner →

Signal fired Aug 20, 2026 at $183.40 · last confirmed Aug 21, 2026

Strength: 6.0/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: LYV trades at premium valuation expecting 8.3% growth. Hold existing positions but don't chase. Wait for better entry.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$66.14
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$41.07
Trading above historical range

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: LYV is currently trading at $181.82, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $178.47 to $184.67. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 96.3) compared to its historical average (75.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 8.3% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.

Technical Outlook: Technically, LYV is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $179.53. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 48/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $201.96 (+11.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position FAIR
Historical Trading Range $178.47 - $184.67
Company Quality Score 56/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 70.0%

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All Signals

  • NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
  • NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (48/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($201.96)
  • NEUTRAL: PE elevated vs history but 8.3% growth expectation is conservative given 156% recent growth
  • NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (48/100) — watch for confirmation

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $178.47 - $184.67
Current vs Trading Range FAIR

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $179.53
Resistance Level $189.25
Current Trend Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of Aug 21, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 96.29
Wall Street Target $201.96 (+11.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 9.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY) 156.2%
Profit Margin 0.5%
Valuation Premium vs History +8.3% premium
PE vs Historical 96.3 vs 75.8 STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): +8.3% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $196.91 (+8%)
2-Year Target $213.25 (+17%)
3-Year Target $230.95 (+27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 96→76) PE COMPRESSION $181.80 (0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
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Last updated: August 23, 2026 7:10 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
1
Sells
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INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
Jeffrey T Hinson SELL 944 shares 2026-03-10

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