Market Report: China

As befitting the country with the world’s second-largest GDP, the growth of China’s live music sector seems unstoppable.

Key primary ticketers: Damai, Maoyan, Showstart Secondary ticketing situation: In late 2024, the Chinese government launched a year-long campaign to crack down on ticket scalping in music, sports, and other cultural events.

The ministry has encouraged severe punishment for organised criminal groups of professional scalpers. Additionally, there will be regulations implemented for online platforms used in ticket scalping.

Taxes & charges: VAT: 9%; all foreign artists must pay at least a 20% tax on all ticket sales; service fees range from 5–11%.

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