Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc (PLAY)
NASDAQ:PLAY
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PLAY Stock Chart & Stats
$14.28
-$0.59(-2.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$14.28
-$0.59(-2.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$9.61 - $35.53
Previous CloseN/A
Volume612.44K
Average Volume (3M)1.68M
Market Cap
$397.77M
Enterprise Value$3.61B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$16.60M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$3.17B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.40
Next Earnings
Jun 15, 2026EPS Estimate
0.6Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-1.40
Shares Outstanding34,739,407
10 Day Avg. Volume1,772,414
30 Day Avg. Volume1,675,287
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.07
Price to Book (P/B)7.39
Price to Sales (P/S)0.32
P/FCF Ratio-6.70
Enterprise Value/Market Cap9.08
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.72
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit2.00
Enterprise Value/Ebitda10.11
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$17.75Price Target Upside24.30% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)-0.25
Revenue Forecast (FY)$2.17B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Operating Cash FlowSustained positive operating cash flow (~$291M) shows the core venues still convert sales into cash even amid earnings weakness. That cash generation supports near-term capital needs, working-capital flexibility and deleveraging or reinvestment decisions across the next several quarters.
Business Model / Revenue MixDave & Buster’s benefits from a diversified, experiential model: pay-to-play amusements, food & beverage and group/event packages. The large-format, repeat-play arcade plus F&B creates multiple revenue streams and high customer frequency, supporting medium-term resilience.
Board & Financial OversightAdding an experienced gaming/finance executive to the board and a planned audit committee chair transition strengthens oversight and financial expertise. Improved governance can aid capital allocation, strategic planning and credibility with creditors and investors over the medium term.
Bears Say
Revenue Decline & ProfitabilityA ~24% revenue decline and a return to net losses materially weaken scale and operating leverage. Prolonged top-line contraction would pressure margins and cash coverage, limiting ability to fund reinvestment and increasing the likelihood of cost or strategic adjustments over the next several quarters.
Leverage & Capital StructureThe company’s history of extreme leverage (debt/equity >10x, ~21.5x in 2025) exposes it to refinancing and covenants risk if cash flow weakens. Even with 2026 improvement, that track record indicates constrained financial flexibility and higher downside if operating trends stay soft.
Free Cash Flow VolatilityHighly variable free cash flow reflects uneven reinvestment needs and working-capital swings, making long-term planning harder. Volatility reduces predictability for debt repayment, capex and shareholder returns and raises risk that shortfalls re-emerge if revenues remain pressured.
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PLAY FAQ
What was Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc lowest stock price was $9.61 and its highest was $35.53 in the past 12 months.
What is Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s market cap?
Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s market cap is $397.77M.
When is Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 15, 2026 which is in 4 days.
How were Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s earnings last quarter?
Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc released its earnings results on Mar 31, 2026. The company reported -$1.15 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.391 by -$1.541.
Is Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc pay dividends?
Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.16 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc dividends here
What is Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s EPS estimate?
Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s EPS estimate is 0.6.
How many shares outstanding does Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc have?
Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc has 34,739,407 shares outstanding.
What happened to Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc reported an EPS of -$1.15 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $0.391. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 16.066%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in PLAY
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Dave & Busters Entertainment Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$17.75 (24.30% Upside)
$17.75 (24.30% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
PLAY Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 896.8K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $33.0K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 3.4%
Last 30 Days ▼ 6.5%
Last 30 Days ▼ 6.5%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-55.22%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-36.41%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
2.51%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc
Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. oversees and manages hospitality and amusement establishments designed for both adults and families throughout North America. These locations present guests with a varied menu featuring main courses and appetizers, complemented by a selection of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Furthermore, they boast an array of entertainment offerings, centered around video games, live sports broadcasts, and other televised events. The company exclusively operates these venues under the well-known Dave & Buster's brand. As of January 30, 2022, its portfolio included 144 individual sites spread across 40 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, and one Canadian province. Founded in 1982, the firm's corporate headquarters are situated in Coppell, Texas.
PLAY Earnings Call
Q4 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presents a mixed picture. While there are positive developments such as sequential improvement in same-store sales, successful new menu launch, and strong free cash flow generation, significant challenges remain, including a decline in comparable store sales and a net loss for the quarter. The sentiment is balanced between optimism for future growth and concerns over current financial losses.View all PLAY earnings summariesPLAY Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$17.75
▲(24.30% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
43.47% Insiders
10.86% Mutual Funds
17.99% Other Institutional Investors
17.38% Public Companies and
Individual Investors