Major moves: consolidation sweeps the ticketing sector
As the ticketing sector continues its march towards consolidation, IQ explores the impact of some of the most critical deals
Feature By James Drury | 23 September 2019
The past 12 months have seen big-money deals by global firms who have been expanding their reach through buying up existing companies. Eventim’s major expansion into the €800 million French live music market will see it establish a joint venture with the retailer by the end of 2019.
Under the proposed new structure, Eventim would acquire 48% of France Billet, with an option to increase its holding to a majority stake over the next four years. It is folding its Eventim French…