Investors Sing the Praises of MUSQ After Strong Q3 Earnings

Core Insights - The MUSQ Global Music Industry Index ETF (MUSQ) has shown strong performance in Q3, attracting investor interest as an alternative growth opportunity amidst concerns over AI-driven companies [1] Company Performance - CTS Eventim: Revenue increased by 4% to $999 million, with live entertainment division revenue growing by 5.5% to $775 million and ticketing division revenue rising by 2.1% to $247 million despite challenging economic conditions [3] - Universal Music Group (UMG): Revenue rose by 10.2% to $3.5 billion, driven by ongoing subscriptions; recorded music subscription revenue increased by 8.6%, while other streaming revenue remained flat at $394 million [4] - Spotify: Stock price surged over 600% in the last three years; subscribership grew by 12% to 281 million, with revenue increasing by 12% to $5 billion and gross profit rising by 9% to $1.84 billion [5] Industry Trends - The music industry is experiencing a divide, with some companies benefiting from live music revenue while others grow through streaming platforms; MUSQ combines these companies, offering a diversified investment option [8][9] - The ETF provides a convenient and tax-efficient way to invest in the music industry, appealing to both music lovers and those looking to diversify their growth portfolios [7][9]