Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. owns and operates entertainment and dining venues for adults and families. Its venues offer a menu of entrées and appetizers, as well as a selection of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages; and an assortment of entertainment attractions centered on playing games and watching live sports, and other televised events. The company operates its venues under the Dave & Buster's name. As of September 14, 2018, it owned and operated 117 stores in 38 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Industry Eating places
Sub-IndustryN/A
SectorRetail/Wholesale
Current SymbolNASDAQ:PLAY
Previous Symbol
CUSIPN/A
Phone214-357-9588
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio0.79
Current Ratio0.47
Quick Ratio0.36
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio22.83
Forward P/E Ratio21.57
P/E Growth1.45
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$1.14 billion
Price / Sales2.03
Cash Flow$5.2877 per share
Price / Cash11.26
Book Value$10.36 per share
Price / Book5.75
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$2.60
Net Income$120.94 million
Net Margins10.26%
Return on Equity26.34%
Return on Assets9.44%
Miscellaneous
Employees14,840
Outstanding Shares38,830,000
Market Cap$2.30 billion
OptionableOptionable
Dave & Buster's Entertainment (NASDAQ:PLAY) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dave & Buster's Entertainment's stock symbol?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "PLAY."
How often does Dave & Buster's Entertainment pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Dave & Buster's Entertainment?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment declared a special dividend on Monday, September 17th. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, September 25th will be given a dividend of $0.15 per share on Wednesday, October 10th. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, September 24th. View Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Dividend History.
How will Dave & Buster's Entertainment's stock buyback program work?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment announced that its board has initiated a stock repurchase plan on Saturday, September 9th 2017, which authorizes the company to buyback $100,000,000.00 in shares, according to EventVestor. This buyback authorization authorizes the company to reacquire up to 4.7% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock buyback plans are generally a sign that the company's leadership believes its stock is undervalued.
How were Dave & Buster's Entertainment's earnings last quarter?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment Inc (NASDAQ:PLAY) announced its quarterly earnings data on Friday, September, 14th. The restaurant operator reported $0.84 EPS for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters' consensus estimate of $0.67 by $0.17. The restaurant operator earned $319.20 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $311.85 million. Dave & Buster's Entertainment had a return on equity of 26.34% and a net margin of 10.26%. The firm's quarterly revenue was up 13.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the firm earned $0.59 earnings per share. View Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Earnings History.
When is Dave & Buster's Entertainment's next earnings date?
What price target have analysts set for PLAY?
11 brokerages have issued 12-month price targets for Dave & Buster's Entertainment's stock. Their forecasts range from $64.00 to $74.00. On average, they anticipate Dave & Buster's Entertainment's share price to reach $69.60 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 15.3% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for Dave & Buster's Entertainment.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Dave & Buster's Entertainment?
11 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Dave & Buster's Entertainment in the last year. There are currently 11 buy ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Buy." View Analyst Ratings for Dave & Buster's Entertainment.
What are Wall Street analysts saying about Dave & Buster's Entertainment stock?
Here are some recent quotes from research analysts about Dave & Buster's Entertainment stock:
- 1. According to Zacks Investment Research, "Dave & Buster's shares have outperformed the industry in the past year. We are encouraged by the company’s growth trajectory after it posted better-than-expected results for the second quarter of fiscal 2018. Moreover, earnings estimates for the current fiscal year and next year have also increased 0.7% and 3.3%, respectively, over the past 60 days, reflecting analyst's optimism over the company's earnings potential. The company’s unique business model with increased dependence on gaming, sets it apart and we expect the company’s entertainment business to carry the growth story forward. Consistent efforts to build sales and improve margins through various initiatives have also been key growth drivers. However, rising labor costs and a non-franchised business model might hurt profits." (10/5/2018)
- 2. Maxim Group analysts commented, "Dave & Buster’s (PLAY) reported F2Q18 (July) results EPS of $0.84, easily beating our $0.66 estimate and the $0.67 Street mean." (9/14/2018)
Has Dave & Buster's Entertainment been receiving favorable news coverage?
News articles about PLAY stock have trended very positive recently, according to InfoTrie. The research firm identifies negative and positive press coverage by analyzing more than six thousand news and blog sources in real time. The firm ranks coverage of public companies on a scale of negative five to positive five, with scores closest to five being the most favorable. Dave & Buster's Entertainment earned a daily sentiment score of 3.1 on InfoTrie's scale. They also gave media stories about the restaurant operator a news buzz of 10.0 out of 10, indicating that recent press coverage is extremely likely to have an impact on the stock's share price in the near term.
Who are some of Dave & Buster's Entertainment's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Dave & Buster's Entertainment include Aramark (ARMK), Texas Roadhouse (TXRH), Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (CBRL), Main Street Capital (MAIN), Jack in the Box (JACK), Cheesecake Factory (CAKE), Bloomin' Brands (BLMN), Wingstop (WING), Brinker International (EAT), Papa John's Int'l (PZZA), Arcos Dorados (ARCO), Sonic (SONC), Dine Brands Global (DIN), MITCHELLS &BUTLERS (MBPFF) and BJ's Restaurants (BJRI).
Who are Dave & Buster's Entertainment's key executives?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Brian A. Jenkins, CEO & Director (Age 56)
- Mr. John P. Gleason, Chief Marketing Officer & Sr. VP (Age 53)
- Mr. John B. Mulleady, Sr. VP of Devel. (Age 57)
- Mr. Joseph Benjamin DeProspero, VP of Fin. & Interim Chief Financial Officer (Age 43)
- Ms. Margo L. Manning, COO & Sr. VP (Age 53)
Who are Dave & Buster's Entertainment's major shareholders?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's stock is owned by a variety of of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include BlackRock Inc. (14.56%), Bank of New York Mellon Corp (7.32%), Mackenzie Financial Corp (4.61%), Eagle Asset Management Inc. (3.07%), Rice Hall James & Associates LLC (3.06%) and Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (2.98%). Company insiders that own Dave & Buster's Entertainment stock include Alan J Lacy, Brian Jenkins, J Michael Plunkett, Jay L Tobin, John Mulleady, John P Gleason, Jonathan S Halkyard, Joseph Benjamin Deprospero, Kevin M Sheehan, Margo Lynn Manning, Michael Joseph Metzinger and Stephen M King. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Dave & Buster's Entertainment.
Which institutional investors are selling Dave & Buster's Entertainment stock?
PLAY stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including BlackRock Inc., Van Berkom & Associates Inc., AXA, AQR Capital Management LLC, Tributary Capital Management LLC, Man Group plc, The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and Trexquant Investment LP. Company insiders that have sold Dave & Buster's Entertainment company stock in the last year include Brian Jenkins, J Michael Plunkett, Jay L Tobin, John Mulleady, John P Gleason, Margo Lynn Manning and Stephen M King. View Insider Buying and Selling for Dave & Buster's Entertainment.
Which institutional investors are buying Dave & Buster's Entertainment stock?
PLAY stock was acquired by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Bank of New York Mellon Corp, Victory Capital Management Inc., Eagle Asset Management Inc., William Blair Investment Management LLC, WINTON GROUP Ltd, Mackenzie Financial Corp, Teachers Advisors LLC and Fort Washington Investment Advisors Inc. OH. View Insider Buying and Selling for Dave & Buster's Entertainment.
How do I buy shares of Dave & Buster's Entertainment?
Shares of PLAY can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Dave & Buster's Entertainment's stock price today?
One share of PLAY stock can currently be purchased for approximately $60.36.
How big of a company is Dave & Buster's Entertainment?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment has a market capitalization of $2.30 billion and generates $1.14 billion in revenue each year. The restaurant operator earns $120.94 million in net income (profit) each year or $2.60 on an earnings per share basis. Dave & Buster's Entertainment employs 14,840 workers across the globe.
What is Dave & Buster's Entertainment's official website?
How can I contact Dave & Buster's Entertainment?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's mailing address is 2481 MANANA DRIVE, DALLAS TX, 75220. The restaurant operator can be reached via phone at 214-357-9588.
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