CTS Eventim Hits Historic €2 Billion Revenue Milestone With Strong Q3 Growth In 2024
CTS Eventim showcased robust financial performance in Q3 2024, with revenue reaching €825 million, marking a 13.1% year-over-year increase. The company's nine-month revenue surpassed €2.03 billion, representing a 15.8% growth compared to 2023.
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Key Financial Highlights:
- Ticketing revenue: €564.6 million (Q1-Q3 2024), up 22.9% YoY
- Q3 ticketing revenue: €206.6 million, up 18.3% YoY
- Live events revenue: €1.49 billion (Q1-Q3), up 13.6% YoY
- Q3 live events revenue: €628.4 million, up 11.4% YoY
Notable Developments:
- See Tickets acquisition integration completed
- France Billet consolidation expected in December
- Strong ticket sales from Ed Sheeran, Iron Maiden, Gilberto Gil, and Vasco Rossi
- Exceptional early ticket sales for Rock am Ring and Rock im Par 2025
- Milan arena construction proceeding as planned
- New large-scale arena development underway in Vienna
Challenges:
- Live events adjusted EBITDA decreased 3% due to high costs
- Integration expenses from Vivendi festival acquisitions
CEO Klaus-Peter Schulenberg emphasized the company's stable growth despite volatile market conditions, highlighting their successful expansion strategy and portfolio diversification as key factors in long-term performance.
The company's growth trajectory remains positive, supported by strategic acquisitions, venue development, and strong event performance across markets.
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