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Dave & Busters Entertainment (PLAY)
NASDAQ:PLAY
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PLAY Stock Chart & Stats
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$15.08 - $43.73
Previous CloseN/A
Volume612.44K
Average Volume (3M)855.86K
Market Cap
$817.38M
Enterprise Value$4.16B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$11.90M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$3.21B
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.4
Beta0.82
Next Earnings
Dec 09, 2025EPS Estimate
-1.04Last Dividend Ex-Date
Jan 09, 2020Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.32
Shares Outstanding34,576,046
10 Day Avg. Volume1,009,071
30 Day Avg. Volume855,861
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG RatioN/A
Price to Book (P/B)N/A
Price to Sales (P/S)N/A
P/FCF RatioN/A
Enterprise Value/Market Cap5.09
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.97
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit4.33
Enterprise Value/Ebitda9.98
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$32.25Price Target Upside33.32% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering11
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Innovative ProgramsThe introduction of initiatives like the Eat & Play Combo and Summer Pass program is likely to benefit sales trends.
Leadership And Strategic DirectionThe introduction of a new CEO with extensive experience in the industry is expected to help turn around performance and update strategy.
Sales And Earnings GrowthAn eventual return to consistently positive sales represents potential upside for shares due to attractive margins and solid unit growth.
Bears Say
Economic And Competitive PressuresMacro pressure remains elevated and visibility is limited, affecting overall performance.
Operational CostsThere is a projected decline in unit-level margin due to negative sales trends alongside incremental repair & maintenance and marketing expenses and higher new unit occupancy costs.
Stock Performance RisksRisks affecting the stock include competition, low customer visit frequency, and inflationary labor cost pressures.
Dave & Busters Entertainment News
PLAY FAQ
What was Dave & Busters Entertainment’s price range in the past 12 months?
Dave & Busters Entertainment lowest stock price was $15.08 and its highest was $43.73 in the past 12 months.
What is Dave & Busters Entertainment’s market cap?
Dave & Busters Entertainment’s market cap is $817.38M.
When is Dave & Busters Entertainment’s upcoming earnings report date?
Dave & Busters Entertainment’s upcoming earnings report date is Dec 09, 2025 which is in 83 days.
How were Dave & Busters Entertainment’s earnings last quarter?
Dave & Busters Entertainment released its earnings results on Sep 15, 2025. The company reported $0.32 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.91 by -$0.59.
Is Dave & Busters Entertainment overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Dave & Busters Entertainment’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Dave & Busters Entertainment pay dividends?
Dave & Busters Entertainment pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.16 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Dave & Busters Entertainment dividends here
What is Dave & Busters Entertainment’s EPS estimate?
Dave & Busters Entertainment’s EPS estimate is -1.04.
How many shares outstanding does Dave & Busters Entertainment have?
Dave & Busters Entertainment has 34,576,046 shares outstanding.
What happened to Dave & Busters Entertainment’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Dave & Busters Entertainment reported an EPS of $0.32 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $0.91. Following the earnings report the stock price went same N/A.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Dave & Busters Entertainment?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in PLAY
Dave & Busters Entertainment Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$32.25 (33.32% Upside)
$32.25 (33.32% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
PLAY Sentiment 66%
Sector Average 69%
Sector Average 69%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 250.5K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $57.5K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 0.4%
Last 30 Days ▼ 2.1%
Last 30 Days ▼ 2.1%
News Sentiment
Very Bearish
Bullish news 0%
Bearish news 100%
Bearish news 100%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-25.11%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
4.31%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.38%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Dave & Busters Entertainment
Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (traded as PLAY) is a leading restaurant and entertainment company that operates a chain of venues combining dining, arcade games, and sports viewing. Founded in 1982, the company offers a unique experience that includes a full-service restaurant, a bar, and a wide variety of interactive games and attractions. Its core products and services cater to families, friends, and corporate groups seeking a fun and engaging environment for entertainment and socializing.
PLAY Earnings Call
Q2 2025
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call reflects a positive sentiment due to significant improvements in same-store sales, successful marketing initiatives, and strong performance of remodeled and new stores. However, challenges remain with the decline in Q1 comps and increased expenses.View all PLAY earnings summariesPLAY Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$32.25
▲(33.32% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
43.08% Insiders
17.86% Mutual Funds
0.03% Other Institutional Investors
18.56% Public Companies and
Individual Investors