Dave & Buster's Enter Azioni (NASDAQ: PLAY)

Dave & Buster's Enter (NASDAQ:PLAY) Azioni

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Dave & Buster's Enter

Dave & Buster's Entertainment Inc owns and operates nearly a hundred entertainment and dining establishments in the United States where customers can eat, drink, play games, and watch televised sports. Each store offers a full menu of entries and appetizers, a complete selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and an extensive assortment of entertainment attractions centered around playing games and watching live sports and other televised events. It derives maximum revenue from Entertainment.

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Revealing a significant insider sell on June 18, John Mulleady, SVP at Dave &amp; Buster's Enter (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>), as per the latest SEC filing.
What Happened: After conducting a thorough analysis, Mulleady sold 5,931 shares of Dave &amp; Buster's Enter. This information was disclosed in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001525769/000095017025087982//Archives/edgar/data/1525769/000095017025087982/0000950170-25-087982-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Wednesday. The total transaction value is $194,459.
During Thursday's morning session, Dave &amp; Buster's Enter shares down by 1.93%, currently priced at $32.06.
<h3>All You Need to Know About Dave &amp; Buster's Enter</h3>
Dave &amp; Buster's Entertainment Inc owns and operates nearly a hundred entertainment and dining establishments in the United States where customers can eat, drink, play games, and watch televised sports. Each store offers a full menu of entries and appetizers, a complete selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and an extensive assortment of entertainment attractions centered around playing games and watching live sports and other televised events. It derives maximum revenue from Entertainment.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's Financials</h3>
Revenue Growth: Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 30 April, 2025, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -3.47%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Profitability Metrics:
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Gross Margin: The company excels with a remarkable gross margin of 85.54%, indicating superior cost efficiency and profitability compared to its industry peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's EPS is below the industry average, signaling challenges in bottom-line performance with a current EPS of 0.63.
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Debt Management: Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 21.88. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
Understanding Financial Valuation:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The current P/E ratio of 29.99 is below industry norms, indicating potential undervaluation and presenting an investment opportunity.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The current P/S ratio of 0.59 is below industry norms, suggesting potential undervaluation and presenting an investment opportunity for those considering sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): With an EV/EBITDA ratio lower than industry averages at 10.51, Dave &amp; Buster's Enter could be considered undervalued.
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Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
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<h3>Illuminating the Importance of Insider Transactions</h3>
Investors should view insider transactions as part of a multifaceted analysis and not rely solely on them for decision-making.
Considering the legal perspective, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, according to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to disclose their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
Pointing towards optimism, a company insider's new purchase signals their positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
Nevertheless, insider sells may not necessarily indicate a bearish view and can be influenced by various factors.
<h3>Transaction Codes To Focus On</h3>
When dissecting transactions, the focal point for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> is often those occurring in the open market, meticulously detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C indicates the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Insider Selling: John Mulleady Unloads $194K Of Dave & Buster's Enter Stock

Piper Sandler analyst Brian Mullan maintains Dave &amp; Buster's Enter (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $22 to $30.

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Piper Sandler Maintains Neutral on Dave & Buster's Enter, Raises Price Target to $30

Truist Securities analyst Jake Bartlett maintains Dave &amp; Buster's Enter (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $22 to $29.

Truist Securities Maintains Hold on Dave & Buster's Enter, Raises Price Target to $29

BMO Capital analyst Andrew Strelzik maintains Dave &amp; Buster's Enter (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $30 to $35.

BMO Capital Maintains Outperform on Dave & Buster's Enter, Raises Price Target to $35

Dave &amp; Buster's Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) posted downbeat earnings for its first quarter, after the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLAY/earnings">closing bell on Tuesday.</a>
Dave &amp; Buster's reported first-quarter revenue of $567.7 million, missing analyst estimates of $576.41 million, according to Benzinga Pro. The entertainment and dining company reported adjusted earnings of 76 cents per share, missing estimates of 98 cents per share.
"I am pleased to report that we are making good progress and our operating results significantly improved over the course of the first quarter. While performance in the first quarter was nowhere close to where we want and expect to be, our ‘back to basics' strategy is working and is driving a material recovery in our top-line trajectory," said Kevin Sheehan, board chair and interim CEO of Dave &amp; Buster's.
Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s said it expects total capital expenditures to be less than $220 million in fiscal 2025.
Dave &amp; Buster's shares gained 16% to trade at $30.00 on Wednesday.
These analysts made changes to their price targets on Dave &amp; Buster's following earnings announcement.
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<li>UBS analyst Dennis Geiger maintained Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s with a Neutral rating and raised the price target from $18 to $29.</li>
<li>Loop Capital analyst Alton Stump maintained the stock with a Buy and raised the price target from $35 to $46.</li>
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These Analysts Increase Their Forecasts On Dave & Buster's Entertainment Following Q1 Earnings

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<li>Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) gained 16.7% to $30.20 following quarterly results.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s Entertainment Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>)</h3>
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<li>On June 10, Dave &amp; Buster's reported first-quarter revenue of $567.7 million, missing analyst estimates of $576.41 million, according to Benzinga Pro. The entertainment and dining company reported adjusted earnings of 76 cents per share, missing estimates of 98 cents per share. "I am pleased to report that we are making good progress and our operating results significantly improved over the course of the first quarter. While performance in the first quarter was nowhere close to where we want and expect to be, our ‘back to basics' strategy is working and is driving a material recovery in our top-line trajectory," said Kevin Sheehan, board chair and interim CEO of Dave &amp; Buster's. The company's stock gained around 18% over the past five days and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLAY">has a 52-week high</a> of $51.27.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 74.4</li>
<li>PLAY Price Action: Shares of Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s gained 1.2% to close at $25.87 on Tuesday.</li>
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UBS analyst Dennis Geiger maintains Dave &amp; Buster's Enter (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $18 to $29.

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U.S. stock futures were trading lower on Wednesday after a positive close on Tuesday. Futures of major benchmark indices were lower in premarket.
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The investors will be on the lookout for May&#8217;s inflation print, which will be announced today. The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/macro-economic-events/25/06/45865665/trumps-inflation-honeymoon-may-be-over">median forecast</a> sees headline inflation ticking up from 2.3% to 2.5% in May, while core CPI, which strips out food and energy, is expected to rise from 2.8% to 2.9% year-over-year. 
The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.49% and the two-year bond was at 4.02%. The CME Group's FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool</a>&#8216;s projections show markets pricing a 99.9% likelihood of the Federal Reserve keeping the current interest rates unchanged in its June meeting. 
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The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, were slightly lower in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was down 0.11% at $602.39, while the QQQ declined 0.10% to $533.67, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
Cues From Last Session:
Energy, healthcare, and consumer discretionary stocks led gains across most S&amp;P 500 sectors on Tuesday, though industrial stocks bucked the trend, closing lower.
This came as U.S. stocks settled higher as investors tracked U.S.-China trade talks in London for progress.
Separately, Casey&#8217;s General Stores Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CASY#NASDAQ">CASY</a>) shares surged about 12% after strong fourth quarter results and a dividend hike. Conversely, Calavo Growers Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVGW#NASDAQ">CVGW</a>) shares fell more than 16% on weaker-than-expected second-quarter financials.
Meanwhile, the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index climbed to 98.8 in May, exceeding estimates.
The Dow Jones index ended 105 points or 0.25% higher at 42,866.87, whereas the S&amp;P 500 index rose 0.55% to 6,038.81. Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.63% to 19,714.99, and the small-cap gauge, Russell 2000, gained 0.56% to end at 2,156.41.
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Insights From Analysts:
Highlighting that the S&amp;P 500 index continues to be in a bull market, which began in October 2022, Ryan Detrick from Carson Research said in an X post that the third year of a bull market is mostly &#8220;choppy,&#8221; based on historical data.
Detrick said that, based on his 50-year analysis, five past bull markets persisted for at least this duration, with the shortest of those lasting a full five years.
"The five bulls that made it into year 3 tended to see chop and frustration at some point," he said, adding, "That's the bad news. The good news is once you get past that (and I think we did this time), better times are coming."
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Going back 50 years, the five bulls that made it into year 3 tended to see chop and frustration at some point. That&#39;s the bad news. The good news is once you get past that (and I think we did this time) better times are coming. <a href="https://t.co/JNZ8F3eZyK">pic.twitter.com/JNZ8F3eZyK</a>
&mdash; Ryan Detrick, CMT (@RyanDetrick) <a href="https://twitter.com/RyanDetrick/status/1932631907776217135?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 11, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Furthermore, he drew attention to the 11-year bull market that ran from March 2009 to February 2020, pointing out its encounter with a near-bear market midway through its third year.
"This current bull market had a near bear market in the middle of year 3," he said, talking about the ongoing bull market which began in October 2022.
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Meanwhile, Louis Navellier of Navellier &amp; Associates explained that June is the time for Russell's annual index realignment. Every Friday in June, Russell announces its proposed Russell 1000 and 2000 index changes, which are fine-tuned each week.
The stocks that are added to both the Russell 1000 and 2000 indices naturally benefit from index accumulation and the institutional managers that like to "track" indices.
&#8220;After Friday, June 27th, the Russell index realignment will be finalized, and many stocks being added to the Russell indices will &#8216;pop&#8217; on Monday, June 30th,&#8221; he said.
Talking about his expectation from the May&#8217;s inflation print, he said, &#8220;It will be interesting if the deflationary forces in the past few months persist, since that would put more pressure on the Fed to cut key interest rates.
&#8220;There are also Treasury bond auctions on Wednesday and Thursday that will be carefully monitored, especially the bid-to-cover ratios and the "tail" on the auctions that could cause bond yields to rise,&#8221; he stated.
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Here&#8217;s what investors will keep an eye on Wednesday:
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<li>May&#8217;s headline and core consumer price index data will be released by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
<li>May&#8217;s monthly U.S. federal budget data will be announced by 2:00 p.m. ET.</li>
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<li>Chewy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHWY#NYSE">CHWY</a>) fell 0.50% in premarket on Wednesday as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of 519 cents per share on revenue of $3.08 billion, before the opening bell.</li>
<li>Victoria&#8217;s Secret &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSCO#NYSE">VSCO</a>) was 1.13% higher ahead of its earnings, which are supposed to be released before the opening bell. Analysts expect earnings of 9 cents per share on revenue of $1.35 billion.</li>
<li>Oracle Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) was 0.03% below the flatline as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of $1.64 per share on revenue of $15.58 billion after the closing bell.</li>
<li>Sailpoint Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAIL#NASDAQ">SAIL</a>) was up 1.78% ahead of its earnings, which are supposed to be released before the opening bell. Analysts expect a quarterly loss of 1 cent per share on revenue of $225.16 million.</li>
<li>GameStop Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>) declined 3.68% after reporting first-quarter revenue of $732.4 million, missing analyst estimates of $754.24 million. The company reported first-quarter adjusted earnings of 17 cents per share, beating analyst estimates of four cents per share.</li>
<li>Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) advanced 3.44% despite downbeat earnings, but it expects total capital expenditures to be less than $220 million in fiscal 2025.</li>
<li>General Motors Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) rose 0.90% after it announced on Tuesday that it plans to invest $4 billion over the next two years at plants in Michigan, Kansas, and Tennessee.</li>
<li>Catheter Precision Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VTAK#NYSE">VTAK</a>) surged 111.74% after securing its first VIVO order from Sweden&#8217;s largest hospital, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, a key teaching institution.</li>
<li>Vaxart Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VXRT#NASDAQ">VXRT</a>) zoomed 61.26% after it said that it will reveal the first-ever oral norovirus vaccine trial results on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Graphjet Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GTI#NASDAQ">GTI</a>) slumped 35.56% after receiving a delisting notice from Nasdaq on June 4.</li>
<li>American Superconductor Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMSC#NASDAQ">AMSC</a>) dropped 13.58% after announcing its intent to offer and sell common stock in an underwritten public offering without revealing the size and terms, which will be subject to market conditions.</li>
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Commodities, Gold, And Global Equity Markets:
Crude oil futures were trading higher in the early New York session by 0.23% to hover around $65.13 per barrel.
Gold Spot US Dollar rose 0.68% to hover around $3,345.05 per ounce. Its last record high stood at $3,500.33 per ounce. The U.S. Dollar Index spot was lower by 0.07% at the 99.0270 level.
Asian markets ended higher on Wednesday as China&#8217;s CSI 300, Hong Kong's Hang Seng, Australia's ASX 200, Japan's Nikkei 225, India's S&amp;P BSE Sensex, and South Korea's Kospi indices rose. European markets were mixed in early trade.
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<li>Wall Street expects Chewy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHWY#NYSE">CHWY</a>) to report quarterly earnings at 19 cents per share on revenue of $3.08 billion before the opening bell, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>. Chewy shares fell 0.5% to $45.55 in after-hours trading.</li>
<li>GameStop Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GME#NYSE">GME</a>) reported first-quarter revenue of $732.4 million, missing analyst estimates of $754.24 million. The company reported first-quarter adjusted earnings of 17 cents per share, beating analyst estimates of four cents per share, according to Benzinga Pro. GameStop shares dropped 3.6% to $29.08 in the after-hours trading session.</li>
<li>Analysts are expecting Victoria&#8217;s Secret &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSCO#NYSE">VSCO</a>) to post quarterly earnings at 9 cents per share on revenue of $1.35 billion. The company will release earnings before the markets open. Victoria&#8217;s Secret shares gained 1.1% to $22.45 in after-hours trading.</li>
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<li>Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) posted downbeat earnings for its first quarter, after the closing bell on Tuesday. Dave &amp; Buster's said it expects total capital expenditures to be less than $220 million in fiscal 2025. Dave &amp; Buster's shares gained 4.8% to $27.10 in the after-hours trading session.</li>
<li>Analysts expect Oracle Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) to post quarterly earnings at $1.64 per share on revenue of $15.58 billion after the closing bell. Oracle shares gained 0.01% to $177.50 in after-hours trading.</li>
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Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s Entertainment Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) reported first-quarter financial results for fiscal 2025 on Tuesday after the bell. Here&#8217;s a look at the key details <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/g45871703/dave-busters-reports-first-quarter-2025-financial-results">from the period</a>.
Q1 Earnings: Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s reported first-quarter revenue of $567.7 million, missing analyst&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/play/earnings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">estimates</a>&nbsp;of $576.41 million, according to&nbsp;<a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>. The entertainment and dining company reported adjusted earnings of 76 cents per share, missing estimates of 98 cents per share.
Total revenue decreased 3.5% year-over-year as comparable store sales fell 8.3%. Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s said it experienced a sequential improvement in comparable store sales since February.
The company opened two new Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s stores and relocated one store in the first quarter. Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s also opened two additional stores subsequent to the quarter&#8217;s end.
Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s repurchased one million shares in the first quarter and ended the period with $104.1 million remaining on its buyback. The company ended the quarter with $11.9 million in cash and cash equivalents, and $423.2 million of available liquidity.
&#8220;I am pleased to report that we are making good progress and our operating results significantly improved over the course of the first quarter. While performance in the first quarter was nowhere close to where we want and expect to be, our &#8216;back to basics&#8217; strategy is working and is driving a material recovery in our top-line trajectory,&#8221; said Kevin Sheehan, board chair and interim CEO of Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s.
Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s said it expects total capital expenditures to be less than $220 million in fiscal 2025. 
Company executives will further discuss the quarter on a conference call with investors and analysts at 5 p.m. ET.
PLAY Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/PLAY">Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s shares</a> were initially lower in after-hours on Tuesday on the report. By publication time, the stock was up 2.20%, trading at $26.44, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Dave & Buster's Q1 Earnings: Revenue, EPS Miss Estimates As Comparable Store Sales Slump 8.3%, Company Highlights Sales Improvement In Recent Months

Outlook for Financial Items in Fiscal 2025
The Company reiterates its outlook for certain financial items for fiscal 2025, which ends on&nbsp;February 3, 2026:
<ul>
<li>Total capital expenditures of&nbsp;less than $220 million2</li>
<li>Pre-opening expense of approximately $20 million</li>
<li>Cash interest expense of $130 million to $140 million</li>
</ul>

Guidance

Dave & Buster's Reiterates Fiscal 2025 Outlook with CapEx Under $220M, Pre-Opening Expenses Around $20M, and Cash Interest Expense Between $130M–$140M

Dave &amp; Buster's Enter (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.76 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.98 by 22.45 percent. This is a 32.14 percent decrease over earnings of $1.12 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $567.70 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $576.41 million by 1.51 percent. This is a 3.47 percent decrease over sales of $588.10 million the same period last year.

Earnings Misses

Dave & Buster's Enter Q1 Adj. EPS $0.76 Misses $0.98 Estimate, Sales $567.70M Miss $576.41M Estimate

Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) will release its first-quarter earnings results after the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLAY/earnings">closing bell on Tuesday, June 10.</a>
Analysts expect the Coppell, Texas-based company to report quarterly earnings at $1.01 per share, up from 99 cents per share in the year-ago period. Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s projects to report quarterly revenue at $565 million, compared to $588.1 million a year earlier, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
On April 7, Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s reported fourth-quarter revenue of $534.5 million, missing analyst estimates of $550.37 million, according to Benzinga Pro.
Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s shares gained 7.2% to close at $25.57 on Monday.
Benzinga readers can access the latest analyst ratings on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/22/09/28888638/exclusive-study-finds-benzinga-analyst-ratings-data-yields-market-beating-strategie">Analyst Stock Ratings</a> page. Readers can sort by stock ticker, company name, analyst firm, rating change or other variables.
Let's have a look at how Benzinga's most-accurate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/play/analyst-ratings">analysts have rated the company</a> in the recent period.
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<li>Truist Securities analyst Jake Bartlett maintained a Hold rating and raised the price target from $18 to $22 on June 5, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 75%.</li>
<li>BMO Capital analyst Andrew Strelzik maintained an Outperform rating and cut the price target from $47 to $30 on April 9, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 65%.</li>
<li>Piper Sandler analyst Nicole Miller Regan maintained a Neutral rating and cut the price target from $33 to $22 on April 8, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 74%.</li>
<li>William Blair analyst Sharon Zackfia downgraded the stock from Outperform to Market Perform on Dec. 11, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 65%.</li>
<li>Benchmark analyst Mike Hickey initiated coverage on the stock with a Hold rating on Oct. 7, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 76%.</li>
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• United Natural Foods (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNFI#NYSE">UNFI</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.22 per share on revenue of $7.79 billion. 
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• Designer Brands (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DBI#NYSE">DBI</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $0.06 per share on revenue of $732.82 million. 
• Core &amp; Main (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNM#NYSE">CNM</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.54 per share on revenue of $1.85 billion. 
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• Dave &amp; Buster's Enter (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.01 per share on revenue of $565.00 million. 
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• PetMed Express (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PETS#NASDAQ">PETS</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.06 per share on revenue of $48.19 million. 
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• 17 Education &amp; Technology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YQ#NASDAQ">YQ</a>) is projected to report earnings for its first quarter. 
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Dave &amp; Buster's Enter (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Tuesday, 2025-06-10. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.
Analysts anticipate Dave &amp; Buster's Enter to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.03.
Dave &amp; Buster's Enter bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS missed by $0.02, leading to a 0.8% drop in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.71</td>
<td>-0.36</td>
<td>0.84</td>
<td>1.70</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.69</td>
<td>-0.45</td>
<td>1.12</td>
<td>1.12</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>-20.0%</td>
<td>5.0%</td>
<td>-11.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1749477686_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Tracking Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Dave &amp; Buster's Enter were trading at $23.855 as of June 06. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 47.28%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely a little upset going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analysts' Take on Dave &amp; Buster's Enter</h3>
For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding Dave &amp; Buster's Enter.
With 5 analyst ratings, Dave &amp; Buster's Enter has a consensus rating of Neutral. The average one-year price target is $26.0, indicating a potential 8.99% upside.
<h3>Comparing Ratings Among Industry Peers</h3>
This comparison focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Pursuit Attractions, RCI Hospitality Hldgs and Six Flags Entertainment, three major players in the industry, shedding light on their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Pursuit Attractions, with an average 1-year price target of $29.67, suggesting a potential 24.38% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for RCI Hospitality Hldgs, with an average 1-year price target of $98.0, suggesting a potential 310.82% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Six Flags Entertainment, with an average 1-year price target of $45.0, suggesting a potential 88.64% upside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Snapshot: Peer Analysis</h3>
The peer analysis summary provides a snapshot of key metrics for Pursuit Attractions, RCI Hospitality Hldgs and Six Flags Entertainment, illuminating their respective standings within the industry. These metrics offer valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Dave &amp; Buster's Enter</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-10.77%</td>
<td>$457M</td>
<td>4.99%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pursuit Attractions</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>0.93%</td>
<td>$35.29M</td>
<td>-6.08%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RCI Hospitality Hldgs</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>-8.86%</td>
<td>$36.97M</td>
<td>1.20%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Six Flags Entertainment</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>98.85%</td>
<td>$180.46M</td>
<td>-11.34%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Dave &amp; Buster's Enter ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth among its peers. It is in the middle for Gross Profit and Return on Equity.
<h3>About Dave &amp; Buster's Enter</h3>
Dave &amp; Buster's Entertainment Inc owns and operates nearly a hundred entertainment and dining establishments in the United States where customers can eat, drink, play games, and watch televised sports. Each store offers a full menu of entries and appetizers, a complete selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and an extensive assortment of entertainment attractions centered around playing games and watching live sports and other televised events. It derives maximum revenue from Entertainment.
<h3>Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 31 January, 2025, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -10.77%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 1.74% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 4.99% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.23%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 21.53, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLAY/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Dave &amp; Buster's Enter visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
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Earnings Outlook For Dave & Buster's Enter

5 analysts have shared their evaluations of Dave &amp; Buster's Enter (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Dave &amp; Buster's Enter, revealing an average target of $26.0, a high estimate of $35.00, and a low estimate of $21.00. A decline of 23.53% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1749146446_0_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Dave &amp; Buster's Enter. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jake Bartlett</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Strelzik</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alton Stump</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicole Miller Regan</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$33.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jake Bartlett</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Dave &amp; Buster's Enter. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Dave &amp; Buster's Enter compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About Dave &amp; Buster's Enter</h2>
Dave &amp; Buster's Entertainment Inc owns and operates nearly a hundred entertainment and dining establishments in the United States where customers can eat, drink, play games, and watch televised sports. Each store offers a full menu of entries and appetizers, a complete selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and an extensive assortment of entertainment attractions centered around playing games and watching live sports and other televised events. It derives maximum revenue from Entertainment.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's revenue growth over a period of 3M has faced challenges. As of 31 January, 2025, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -10.77%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 1.74% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 4.99%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.23%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Dave &amp; Buster's Enter's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 21.53. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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A Glimpse Into The Expert Outlook On Dave & Buster's Enter Through 5 Analysts

Truist Securities analyst Jake Bartlett maintains Dave &amp; Buster's Enter (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $18 to $22.

Truist Securities Maintains Hold on Dave & Buster's Enter, Raises Price Target to $22

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