Dave & Buster’s Entertainment (PLAY)

Currency in USD
6.62
0.00(0.00%)
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6.60-0.02(-0.30%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
6.466.72
52 wk Range
6.4522.10
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
6.62
Open
6.59
Day's Range
6.46-6.72
52 wk Range
6.45-22.1
Volume
1.86M
Average Volume (3m)
2.04M
1-Year Change
-65.6104%
Book Value / Share
2.53
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
13.00
Upside
+96.37%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
8 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period
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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Sell

Analyst Ratings

3 Buy
7 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
10 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 13.00
(+96.37% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
BMO Capital
Buy13.00+96.37%22.00MaintainSep 15, 2026
StoneX
Hold---MaintainSep 15, 2026
UBS
Hold9.00+35.95%12.00MaintainSep 15, 2026
Citizens
Hold---MaintainSep 15, 2026
Citizens
Hold---New CoverageJun 29, 2026

Dave & Buster’s Entertainment SWOT Analysis


Turnaround Challenge
Dave & Buster's faces a critical juncture as it implements a new strategy to reverse declining sales and revitalize its unique entertainment-dining concept
Expansion Ambitions
Explore the company's plans to nearly double its locations, with a focus on international franchising as a key driver for future growth and market presence
Financial Outlook
Analysts project gradual improvement, with revenue expected to grow from $2.13 billion in 2024 to $2.36 billion in 2026, despite recent setbacks
Market Sentiment
Discover varied analyst perspectives, with price targets ranging from $22 to $48, reflecting both caution and optimism about Dave & Buster's turnaround potential
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Dave & Buster’s Entertainment Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2027

  • Dave & Buster's posted Q2 adjusted loss of $0.27/share vs. expected profit of $0.19/share; revenue of $544.1M missed estimates by 2.29%.
  • Same-store sales improved sequentially to -2.9% from -5.4% in Q1; July trends showed further improvement at -1.6% decline.
  • Company targets $15M cost savings over 12 months, potentially $30M total; plans to cut capex to under $150M in fiscal 2027.
  • Adjusted EBITDA fell to $98.9M from $129.7M year-over-year; margin compressed to 18.2% from 23.3% amid continued profitability pressure.
  • Shares plunged 12.53% after-hours to $7.41; management expects near-term improvement as turnaround initiatives focused on occasions and relevance take hold.
Last Updated: 2026-09-14, 06:24 p/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
Sep 14, 2026
EPS / Forecast
-0.27 / 0.19
Revenue / Forecast
544.1M / 556.83M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

PLAY Income Statement

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P/E Ratio
−2.6x15.9x9.8x
PEG Ratio
0.000.230.02
Price/Book
2.6x3.2x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
0.1x0.6x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
96.4%40.7%33.1%
Fair Value Upside
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Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. owns and operates entertainment and dining venues for adults and families in North America. Its venues offer a menu of entrées and appetizers, as well as a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages; and an assortment of entertainment attractions centered on playing games and watching live sports, and other televised events. The company also provides food, drinks, and entertainment, including bowling, laser tag, arcade games, and virtual reality. The company operates its venues under the Dave & Buster’s and Main Event brands. Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Coppell, Texas.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
5.41M15.53%35.80M
Other Institutional Investors
41.56M84.47%275.10M
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
46.96M100.00%310.9M

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
Hill Path Capital LP20.44%7,119,25547,129
BlackRock, Inc.9.25%3,221,49921,326

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FAQ

What Is the Dave & Buster’s Entertainment (PLAY) Stock Price Today?

The Dave & Buster’s Entertainment stock price today is 6.62 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Dave & Buster’s Entertainment Trade On?

Dave & Buster’s Entertainment is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Dave & Buster’s Entertainment?

The stock symbol for Dave & Buster’s Entertainment is "PLAY."

What Is the Dave & Buster’s Entertainment Market Cap?

As of today, Dave & Buster’s Entertainment market cap is 230.58M USD.

What Is Dave & Buster’s Entertainment's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Dave & Buster’s Entertainment EPS (TTM) is -2.55.

When Is the Next Dave & Buster’s Entertainment Earnings Date?

Dave & Buster’s Entertainment will release its next earnings report on Dec 08, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is PLAY a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Dave & Buster’s Entertainment Stock Split?

Dave & Buster’s Entertainment has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does Dave & Buster’s Entertainment Have?

Dave & Buster’s Entertainment has 23610 employees.

What is the current trading status of Dave & Buster’s Entertainment (PLAY)?

As of Sep 26, 2026, Dave & Buster’s Entertainment (PLAY) is trading at a price of 6.62 USD, with a previous close of 6.62 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 6.46 USD to 6.72 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 6.45 USD to 22.10 USD.

What Is Dave & Buster’s Entertainment (PLAY) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Dave & Buster’s Entertainment is 13.00 USD, with a high estimate of 22 USD and a low estimate of 9 USD. 3 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +96.37% Upside potential.

What Is the PLAY Premarket Price?

PLAY's last pre-market stock price is 6.56 USD. The pre-market share volume is 26,070.00, and the stock has decreased by -0.06, or -0.91%.

What Is the PLAY After Hours Price?

PLAY's last after hours stock price is 6.60 USD, the stock has decreased by -0.02, or -0.30%.
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