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
Industry Eating places
Sub-IndustryN/A
SectorRetail/Wholesale
Phone214-357-9588
Debt
Current Ratio0.45
Quick Ratio0.33
Price-To-Earnings
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$1.14 billion
Price / Sales1.75
Price / Cash Flow9.67
Price / Book4.98
Profitability
Net Income$120.94 million
Net Margins9.97%
Return on Assets9.15%
Miscellaneous
Employees14,840
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 quarterly dividend on Monday, December 17th. Stockholders of record on Wednesday, December 26th will be given a dividend of $0.15 per share on Thursday, January 10th. This represents a $0.60 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.16%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, December 24th. View Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Dividend History.
How will Dave & Buster's Entertainment's stock buyback program work?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment declared that its board has initiated a stock buyback program on Saturday, September 9th 2017, which permits the company to repurchase $100,000,000.00 in shares, according to EventVestor. This repurchase authorization permits the company to repurchase up to 4.7% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock repurchase programs are generally an indication that the company's leadership believes its shares are undervalued.
How were Dave & Buster's Entertainment's earnings last quarter?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment Inc (NASDAQ:PLAY) posted its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, December, 11th. The restaurant operator reported $0.30 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts' consensus estimates of $0.24 by $0.06. The restaurant operator earned $282.14 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $277.28 million. Dave & Buster's Entertainment had a net margin of 9.97% and a return on equity of 26.28%. The firm's revenue was up 12.9% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the firm earned $0.27 EPS. View Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Earnings History.
When is Dave & Buster's Entertainment's next earnings date?
What guidance has Dave & Buster's Entertainment issued on next quarter's earnings?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment updated its FY 2018 earnings guidance on Tuesday, December, 11th. The company provided EPS guidance of for the period. The company issued revenue guidance of $1.243-1.255 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $1.25 billion.
What price target have analysts set for PLAY?
11 Wall Street analysts have issued 12-month price objectives for Dave & Buster's Entertainment's stock. Their forecasts range from $58.00 to $72.00. On average, they anticipate Dave & Buster's Entertainment's share price to reach $64.30 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 24.5% 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 1 hold rating and 10 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 six months. We are encouraged by the company’s growth trajectory after it posted better-than-expected results in the lasrt-reported quarter. Moreover, earnings estimates for the current fiscal year and next year have also increased 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." (12/6/2018)
- 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 coverage about PLAY stock has trended positive this week, according to InfoTrie Sentiment. InfoTrie identifies negative and positive media coverage by reviewing more than six thousand blog and news sources. The firm ranks coverage of companies on a scale of negative five to positive five, with scores nearest to five being the most favorable. Dave & Buster's Entertainment earned a coverage optimism score of 2.3 on InfoTrie's scale. They also gave media headlines about the restaurant operator a news buzz of 5.0 out of 10, indicating that recent media coverage is somewhat likely to have an effect on the company's share price in the immediate future.
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), Wingstop (WING), Brinker International (EAT), Arcos Dorados (ARCO), Bloomin' Brands (BLMN), Sonic (SONC), MITCHELLS &BUTLERS (MBPFF), Dine Brands Global (DIN), Papa John's Int'l (PZZA) 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 57)
- Ms. Margo L. Manning, COO & Sr. VP (Age 54)
- Mr. John B. Mulleady, Sr. VP of Devel. (Age 58)
- Mr. Joseph Benjamin DeProspero, VP of Fin. & Interim Chief Financial Officer (Age 44)
- Mr. Michael J. Metzinger, VP of Accounting & Controller (Age 62)
Who are Dave & Buster's Entertainment's major shareholders?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's stock is owned by a variety of of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include Scout Investments Inc. (0.24%), Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (0.04%), State of Alaska Department of Revenue (0.03%), Virtu Financial LLC (0.02%) and Cerebellum GP LLC (0.01%). 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 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 Louisiana State Employees Retirement System. Company insiders that have sold Dave & Buster's Entertainment company stock in the last year include Brian Jenkins, J Michael Plunkett, 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?
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 $51.64.
How big of a company is Dave & Buster's Entertainment?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment has a market capitalization of $1.96 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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