Wall Street analyst price targets, ratings consensus & upside potential · Updated Feb 28, 2026
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
As of March 2, 2026, Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (LYV) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $181.20, based on estimates from 43 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $162.14, this represents a potential upside of +11.8%. The company has a market capitalization of $38.17B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $155.00 to a high of $198.00, representing a 24% spread in expectations. The median target of $183.00 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 37 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,6 rating it Hold, and 0 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. This overwhelmingly bullish sentiment suggests analysts see significant catalysts for upside ahead.
From a valuation perspective, LYV trades at a trailing P/E of -675.6x and forward P/E of 101.0x. Analysts expect EPS to grow -58.1% over the next year.
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Start ComparisonLive Nation Entertainment, Inc. (LYV) has a consensus 12-month price target of $181.2, implying 11.8% upside from $162.14. The 43 analysts covering LYV see moderate appreciation potential.
LYV has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 43 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 37 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $181.2 implies 11.8% upside from current levels.
At a forward P/E of 101.0281x, LYV trades at a premium valuation. The consensus price target of $181.2 (11.8% upside) suggests analysts still see growth justifying the multiple.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $198 for LYV, while the most conservative target is $155. The consensus of $181.2 represents the median expectation. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
LYV is heavily covered by Wall Street, with 43 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 37 have Buy ratings, 6 recommend Hold, and 0 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month LYV stock forecast based on 43 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $181.2, with estimates ranging from $155 (bear case) to $198 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy".
LYV trades at a forward P/E ratio of 101.0x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates. The higher forward P/E suggests near-term earnings pressure. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Wall Street analysts are optimistic on LYV, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $181.2 price target (11.8% upside). 37 of 43 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
LYV analyst price targets range from $155 to $198, a 24% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $181.2 consensus represents the middle ground.