Live Nation Entertainment Inc. (LYV) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Live Nation is the largest live entertainment company in the world, serving as a concert promoter, venue operator, and ticketing platform. In addition, the firm generates revenue from sponsorships...
Live Nation Entertainment Inc. (LYV) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 294.89 (historical range: 28.43–507.11, median: 43.40), placing it at the 88th percentile — expensive relative to its history, P/S ratio of 3.47 (range: 1.07–23.22, 56th percentile — near its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 50.96 (range: 18.25–63.63, 86th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), Live Nation Entertainment Inc.'s P/E ratio has expanded by 137% over the observed period (from an average of 49.0 to 116.0).
Live Nation Entertainment Inc. trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 294.89 | 43.40 | 88th | expensive relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 3.47 | 3.13 | 56th | near its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 50.96 | 28.56 | 86th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 3.48% | 4.41% | 40th | above its historical average |
Live Nation Entertainment Inc. (LYV) Valuation & P/E History
Live Nation Entertainment Inc. (LYV) is a US-listed stock operating in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Services-Amusement & Recreation Services industry currently trading at $170.51 with a market capitalization of $39.7 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for LYV based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 294.89 is above the historical median of 43.40, placing LYV at the 88th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 3.47 compares to a median of 3.13.
LYV Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Live Nation Entertainment Inc.'s current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether LYV is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests LYV is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for Live Nation Entertainment Inc..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is LYV Overvalued or Undervalued?
Live Nation Entertainment Inc. trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 77 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive LYV is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full LYV analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.LYV trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.