The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. New research reveals a shift in how consumers approach live event spending with ticket protection now part of the plan ...

Concert and event tickets remain wildly popular with Americans, but they have also become a significant investment, with average ticket prices increasing 38 percent since 2019, according to Pollstar.

Your favorite artist has announced they're going on tour and their tour is making a stop in your town. You log on to Ticketmaster at the appropriate time, join the queue, miraculously make it through, ...