The Rundown Oil Prices Pull Back, Live Nation Settles Major Antitrust Case
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Mar 10, 2026 Markets roared back after wild intraday swings sparked by an oil spike that quickly reversed. Coverage of a major antitrust settlement reshaping the live events landscape. Tech and auto moves include Rivian’s upgraded R2 buzz and Zoox expanding robotaxi tests. Retail troubles highlighted by Kohl’s ongoing sales slump.
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Oil Moves Are Dictating Market Direction
- Oil price swings are driving market direction as spikes raise inflation and recession fears while pullbacks relieve pressure.
- Crude briefly hit ~$119 then plunged to mid-$80s after reports tankers passed the Strait of Hormuz and President Trump signaled the disruption may be ending.
Live Nation Settlement Limits Ticketmaster Power
- Live Nation settled with the DOJ instead of breaking up, agreeing to let venues use multiple ticket providers and capping fees at 15%.
- Settlement includes unwinding some exclusives and a ~$280 million civil penalty, but state AGs still push for a breakup.
SpaceX IPO Could Trigger Massive Passive Buying
- SpaceX targets a ~ $1.75 trillion IPO and seeks early inclusion in the NASDAQ 100 to force index funds to buy shares.
- NASDAQ may allow mega IPOs to join the index within weeks instead of waiting a year, boosting demand.