The Benchmark Company downgraded Sphere Entertainment Co. from Hold to Sell and set a new price target of $40.00

JP Morgan upgraded Sphere Entertainment Co. from Neutral to Overweight and set a new price target of $57.00 from $37.00 previously

Seaport Research Partners upgraded Sphere Entertainment Co. from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $48.00

The Benchmark Company initiated coverage of Sphere Entertainment Co. with a rating of Hold

Seaport Research Partners downgraded Sphere Entertainment Co. from Buy to Neutral

BofA Securities initiated coverage of Sphere Entertainment Co. with a rating of Neutral and set a new price target of $43.00

Wolfe Research initiated coverage of Sphere Entertainment Co. with a rating of Peer Perform

Seaport Research Partners upgraded Sphere Entertainment Co. from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $38.00

Guggenheim upgraded Sphere Entertainment Co. from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $40.00 from $38.00 previously

Macquarie downgraded Sphere Entertainment Co. from Outperform to Neutral and set a new price target of $25.00

The Gotham Sports App Will Become The Exclusive TV Everywhere And DTC Streaming Home Of MSG+ and The YES App NEW YORK, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gotham Advanced Media and Entertainment ("GAME"), the digital joint venture between MSG Networks and the YES Network formed earlier this year, will launch The Gotham Sports App this fall prior to the NBA and NHL regular seasons.  The app will house MSG+ and the YES App under one roof – becoming the exclusive regional TV Everywhere and direct-to-consumer streaming home of each programming service, featuring the New York Knicks, New York Rangers, New Jersey Devils, New York Islanders, Buffalo Sabres, Brooklyn Nets and New York Yankees. 

FILM TRAILER HERE OPENS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 ONLY AT SPHERE LAS VEGAS, Aug. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. announced today a one-of-a-kind cinematic experience to be shown exclusively at Sphere.  V-U2 An Immersive Concert Film at Sphere Las Vegas, directed by Morleigh Steinberg and The Edge, showcases the history-making and future-defining U2:UV show directed by Willie Williams that played to over 700,000 fans from 100+ countries across 40 sold-out dates from September 2023 through March 2024. V-U2 is the first film ever to be shot entirely with Big Sky, the groundbreaking ultra-high-resolution camera system developed by Sphere Entertainment. V-U2 does not just capt

NEW YORK, Aug. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) ("Sphere Entertainment" or the "Company") today reported financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter and full-year ended June 30, 2024.  Recent Sphere highlights include: Dead & Co. completed a successful 30-show residency in early August, while the Eagles residency begins in September and is slated for 20 shows after multiple extensions due to demand;Afterlife presents Anyma 'The End Of Genesys' will be the first electronic dance music performances at the venue with 6 shows starting in late Decem

NEW YORK, Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) will host a conference call to discuss results for its fiscal fourth quarter and full-year ended June 30, 2024 on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The Company will issue a press release reporting its results prior to the market opening. To participate via telephone, please dial 888-800-3155 with the conference ID number 8089430 approximately 10 minutes prior to the call. The call will also be available via webcast at investor.sphereentertainmentco.com under the heading "Events."

Fourth Of July Show And "XO Stream" To Be Presented By Verizon PRE-SHOW PROGRAMMING TO HONOR LAS VEGAS-BASED STUDENT ARTISTS LAS VEGAS, June 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) announced today that Sphere will celebrate the one-year anniversary of the Exosphere's first illumination on July 4th with an all-new Exosphere content and audio experience – the "Sphere Fourth of July Celebration" presented by Verizon. The Sphere Fourth of July Celebration will also mark the launch of two new features of the Exosphere experience moving forward: "XO Stream" presented by Verizon – an official livestream of the Exosphere that will be available 24/7 on thesphere.com, and "XO Au

BURBANK, Calif., June 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) today announced that Carolyn Blackwood, a respected leader with more than 25 years of experience in the media and entertainment industry, has joined the Company as Head of Sphere Studios – the immersive content studio dedicated to developing multi-sensory entertainment experiences exclusively for Sphere, a next-generation entertainment medium that opened its first venue in Las Vegas in September 2023. In this role, Ms. Blackwood will lead the day-to-day running of the Burbank-based Sphere Stud

LAS VEGAS, June 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) today announced that Jennifer Koester's role at the Company has been expanded to President and Chief Operating Officer of Sphere. Ms. Koester most recently served as the Company's President, Sphere Business Operations, where she has played a critical role in leading the strategy and execution of all business aspects of Sphere, a next-generation entertainment medium in Las Vegas. In this expanded role, Ms. Koester will continue working together with executive leadership, and across the broader Sphere

VOTING PUBLIC WILL SELECT FOUR LAS VEGAS-BASED STUDENT WINNERS TO HAVE THEIR ART DISPLAYED ON THE VENUE'S EXTERIOR LAS VEGAS, May 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) announced today that public voting is now open in the Sphere XO Student Design Challenge. This marks two noteworthy firsts for the venue – both the first time the general public will have a say in what appears on the Exosphere, and the first time members of the general public have created art for the exterior of the venue, which, as part of the Challenge, is inspired by the 4th of July. The Challenge is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between Sphere, the Clark County School District (CCSD) and Univers

NEW YORK, May 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) ("Sphere Entertainment" or the "Company") today reported financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended March 31, 2024. Recent Sphere highlights include: The conclusion of U2's sold-out 40-show run in March and Phish's sold-out 4-night run in April;Dead & Co.'s extension of its upcoming residency from 18 to 24 shows due to strong ticket demand;The Sphere Experience featuring Postcard from Earth, generated over one million dollars in average daily ticket sales on the days it ran during the fiscal

NEW YORK, May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) will host a conference call to discuss results for its fiscal third quarter ended March 31, 2024 on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The Company will issue a press release reporting its results prior to the market opening. To participate via telephone, please dial 800-715-9871 with the conference ID number 8089430 approximately 10 minutes prior to the call. The call will also be available via webcast at investor.sphereentertainmentco.com under the heading "Events." For those who are unab

Benchmark analyst Mike Hickey initiates coverage on Sphere Entertainment (NYSE:SPHR) with a Hold rating.

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Morgan Stanley analyst Benjamin Swinburne maintains Sphere Entertainment (NYSE:SPHR) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $42 to $45.

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Guggenheim analyst Ian Zaffino maintains Sphere Entertainment (NYSE:SPHR) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $48 to $43.

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen‘s new stake in Sphere Entertainment Co (NYSE:SPHR) could signal a future bet on more sports-related events at the ball-shaped venue. What Happened: Cohen's Point72 Asset Management hedge fund recently disclosed a 5.5% stake in Sphere Entertainment with 1.56 million shares, including options, owned. The stake comes after Cohen previously owned a stake in the company, but sold it earlier this year. James Dolan, who co-owns the New York Knicks and New York Rangers, has voting control over Sphere with his family's stake. The Sphere is set to host the 2024 NHL Draft on Friday, June 28 and Saturday, June 29. ESPN and ESPN+ are set to broadcast the two-d

Gainers Society Pass (NASDAQ:SOPA) stock increased by 10.4% to $1.49 during Monday's after-market session. The company's market cap stands at $3.9 million. E W Scripps (NASDAQ:SSP) stock moved upwards by 3.96% to $2.1. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $179.3 million. Sphere Entertainment (NYSE:SPHR) shares moved upwards by 3.45% to $35.68. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.2 billion. Anghami (NASDAQ:ANGH) stock moved upwards by 2.94% to $1.05. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $70.0 million. Collective Audience (NASDAQ:CAUD) stock increased by 2.83% to $0.47. The company's market cap stands at $6.4 million. Kuke Music Hldg (NYSE:KU

 Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) today announced that Jennifer Koester's role at the Company has been expanded to President and Chief Operating Officer of Sphere. Ms. Koester most recently served as the Company's President, Sphere Business Operations, where she has played a critical role in leading the strategy and execution of all business aspects of Sphere, a next-generation entertainment medium in Las Vegas.

Sphere Entertainment Co (NYSE:SPHR) reported third-quarter FY24 sales growth of 98% year-on-year to $321.3 million, missing the analyst consensus estimate of $324.63 million. For the third quarter, the Sphere segment reported revenues of $170.4 million, an increase of $169.7 million, as compared to the prior-year quarter. MSG Networks segment reported total revenues of $151.0 million, down 6% from the prior year quarter. Direct operating expenses increased to $154.040 million compared to $93.665 million last year. Selling, general and administrative expenses for the quarter were $123.149 million. The operating loss for the quarter narrowed to $(40.4) million from $(101.9) million

BURBANK, Calif., June 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) today announced that Carolyn Blackwood, a respected leader with more than 25 years of experience in the media and entertainment industry, has joined the Company as Head of Sphere Studios – the immersive content studio dedicated to developing multi-sensory entertainment experiences exclusively for Sphere, a next-generation entertainment medium that opened its first venue in Las Vegas in September 2023. In this role, Ms. Blackwood will lead the day-to-day running of the Burbank-based Sphere Stud

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) today announced that Jennifer Koester, a seasoned executive with over 25 years of diverse experience, will join the Company as President, Sphere Business Operations effective February 5. In this new position, Ms. Koester will lead the strategy and execution of all business aspects of Sphere, a next-generation entertainment medium that is redefining the future of live entertainment. The first Sphere venue opened in Las Vegas in September 2023.  Ms. Koester will work together with executive leadership

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NEW YORK, Aug. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) ("Sphere Entertainment" or the "Company") today reported financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter and full-year ended June 30, 2024.  Recent Sphere highlights include: Dead & Co. completed a successful 30-show residency in early August, while the Eagles residency begins in September and is slated for 20 shows after multiple extensions due to demand;Afterlife presents Anyma 'The End Of Genesys' will be the first electronic dance music performances at the venue with 6 shows starting in late Decem

NEW YORK, Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) will host a conference call to discuss results for its fiscal fourth quarter and full-year ended June 30, 2024 on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The Company will issue a press release reporting its results prior to the market opening. To participate via telephone, please dial 888-800-3155 with the conference ID number 8089430 approximately 10 minutes prior to the call. The call will also be available via webcast at investor.sphereentertainmentco.com under the heading "Events."

NEW YORK, May 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) ("Sphere Entertainment" or the "Company") today reported financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended March 31, 2024. Recent Sphere highlights include: The conclusion of U2's sold-out 40-show run in March and Phish's sold-out 4-night run in April;Dead & Co.'s extension of its upcoming residency from 18 to 24 shows due to strong ticket demand;The Sphere Experience featuring Postcard from Earth, generated over one million dollars in average daily ticket sales on the days it ran during the fiscal

NEW YORK, May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) will host a conference call to discuss results for its fiscal third quarter ended March 31, 2024 on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The Company will issue a press release reporting its results prior to the market opening. To participate via telephone, please dial 800-715-9871 with the conference ID number 8089430 approximately 10 minutes prior to the call. The call will also be available via webcast at investor.sphereentertainmentco.com under the heading "Events." For those who are unab

NEW YORK, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) ("Sphere Entertainment" or the "Company") today reported financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended December 31, 2023. Since opening on September 29, 2023, Sphere in Las Vegas has attracted worldwide attention and robust demand from guests, artists and advertisers.  Recent Sphere highlights include: U2 has continued its multi-month run at Sphere, with every show sold-out to date. After extending multiple times due to strong demand, U2 will conclude its run at Sphere early next month with its

NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) will host a conference call to discuss results for its fiscal second quarter ended December 31, 2023 on Monday, February 5, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The Company will issue a press release reporting its results prior to the market opening. To participate via telephone, please dial 888-800-3155 with the conference ID number 8089430 approximately 10 minutes prior to the call. The call will also be available via webcast at investor.sphereentertainmentco.com under the heading "Events." For those wh

Sphere in Las Vegas Set to Open on September 29th with First of 25 Shows by U2Exosphere Completely Illuminated for the First Time in JulyThe Sphere Experience Featuring Postcard from Earth Set to Debut on October 6thMSG Networks Launches Direct to Consumer Offering, MSG+, Ahead of 2023-24 NBA and NHL Seasons NEW YORK, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) ("Sphere Entertainment" or the "Company") today reported financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter and full-year ended June 30, 2023.  During the quarter, the Company completed a number of s

NEW YORK, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) will host a conference call to discuss results for its fiscal fourth quarter and full-year ended June 30, 2023 on Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The Company will issue a press release reporting its results prior to the market opening. To participate via telephone, please dial 888-800-3155 with the conference ID number 8089430 approximately 10 minutes prior to the call. The call will also be available via webcast at investor.sphereentertainmentco.com under the heading "Events." Fo

Spin-off Completed in April Creating Pure-Play Live Entertainment Company NEW YORK, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE:MSGE) ("MSG Entertainment") today reported financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended March 31, 2023. This marks the first quarter that MSG Entertainment is reporting financial results as a standalone company, following its spin-off from Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR) ("Sphere Entertainment"), which was completed on April 20, 2023. The Company continues to benefit from robust consumer and corporate dema

NEW YORK, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (NYSE:MSGE) ("MSG Entertainment") will host a conference call to discuss results for its fiscal third quarter ended March 31, 2023 on Thursday, May 18, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. This will mark the first quarter that MSG Entertainment will report financial results as a standalone company, following its spin-off from Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE:SPHR), which was completed on April 20, 2023. The Company will issue a press release reporting its results prior to the market opening. To particip