Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc (CH:9DB)
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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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9DB FAQ
What was Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s price range in the past 12 months?
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What is Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s market cap?
Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s market cap is CHF309.24M.
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 9 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 -$0.916 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.311 by -$1.227.
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 does not currently pay dividends.
What is Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s EPS estimate?
Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s EPS estimate is 0.48.
How many shares outstanding does Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc have?
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What happened to Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc reported an EPS of -$0.916 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $0.311. Following the earnings report the stock price went same N/A.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Dave & Busters Entertainment Inc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CH:9DB
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Dave & Busters Entertainment Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
CHF14.04 (― Downside)
CHF14.04 (― Downside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth CHF26.1K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-50.53%
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. 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 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 January 30, 2022, it owned and operated 144 stores located in 40 states, Puerto Rico, and one Canadian Province. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Coppell, Texas.
9DB 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 CH:9DB earnings summaries9DB Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$14.04
Options Prices
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