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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)811.91K
Market Cap
$895.17M
Enterprise Value$4.16B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$11.90M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$3.21B
Price to Earnings (P/E)25.6
Beta0.86
Next Earnings
Sep 03, 2025EPS Estimate
0.94Last Dividend Ex-Date
Jan 09, 2020Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.62
Shares Outstanding34,576,046
10 Day Avg. Volume675,993
30 Day Avg. Volume811,907
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG RatioN/A
Price to Book (P/B)0.00
Price to Sales (P/S)0.00
P/FCF Ratio0.00
Enterprise Value/Market Cap4.64
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.97
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit4.33
Enterprise Value/Ebitda9.98
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$35.00Price Target Upside37.63% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering10
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Financial PerformanceRecent improvements in traffic trends indicate that the 'Back-to-Basics' initiatives are resonating well with consumers.
Growth PotentialDave & Buster's plans to open 10 to 12 new stores and complete 16 remodels, reflecting a commitment to growth and enhancement of its locations.
Leadership And StrategyDave & Buster's announced Tarun Lal as CEO, bringing over 25 years of experience from Yum! Brands, which could help reinvigorate the brand.
Bears Say
Competition And Market EnvironmentRisks affecting the stock include competition, low customer visit frequency, and inflationary labor cost pressures.
Earnings And ValuationEBITDA missed estimates, impacted by lower sales, higher pre-opening given timing, incremental repairs and maintenance, utilities, and marketing spend.
Sales And Revenue ChallengesDespite some stabilization, the year-over-year revenue decline and negative same-store sales indicate challenges in the current market environment.
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 $895.17M.
When is Dave & Busters Entertainment’s upcoming earnings report date?
Dave & Busters Entertainment’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 03, 2025 which is in 6 days.
How were Dave & Busters Entertainment’s earnings last quarter?
Dave & Busters Entertainment released its earnings results on Jun 10, 2025. The company reported $0.62 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $1.007 by -$0.387.
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 0.94.
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 $0.62 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $1.007. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 17.743%.
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:
$35.00 (37.63% Upside)
$35.00 (37.63% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
PLAY Sentiment 50%
Sector Average 68%
Sector Average 68%
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 Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 2.5%
Last 30 Days ▼ 3.7%
Last 30 Days ▼ 3.7%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-20.19%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
17.57%
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
Q1 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
$35.00
▲(37.63% 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