Dave & Buster's

Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. engages in the ownership and operation of entertainment and dining venues under the name Dave & Buster's. It offers a full menu of entrées and appetizers, a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and an assortment of entertainment attractions centered around playing games and watching live sports and other televised events. The company was founded by David O. Corriveau and James W. Corley in 1982 and is headquartered in Coppell, TX.

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Dave & Buster's reports record Q1 earnings and plans for growth

Dave & Buster's reported record financial results and strong operational achievements, but faces challenges with sales predictability and amusement comp. However, the company is focused on maximizing opportunities for growth and has a history of performing well in uncertain market environments.

Dave & Buster's achieves record Q2 results, plans for growth

Dave & Buster's reported record Q2 2023 results, demonstrating strong financial performance and a commitment to growth. While facing challenges in pro forma comparable store sales, the company remains confident in its ability to deliver on its three-year plan targeting $1 billion in EBITDA. Notable strengths include organic growth initiatives, successful tests of new strategies, and a focus on shareholder value.

Dave & Buster's reports resilient Q3 performance and accelerates expansion

Dave & Buster's Q3 2023 performance slightly below Q3 2022 but above Q3 2019. Strong progress on organic growth initiatives and successful reduction of recurring costs. Challenges include special events calendar shift and ongoing tests for games pricing. Opportunities lie in accelerating remodels, opening new stores, and expanding real estate assets.

Dave & Buster's (PLAY) reports record Q4 revenue, eyes strategic growth

Dave & Buster's (PLAY) delivered strong financial results in Q4 2022, with a focus on operational excellence and strategic growth initiatives. Despite challenges in margins and inflation, the company remains confident in its business and ongoing momentum. Opportunities lie in expanding brand awareness and executing on the long-term strategic plan.

Dave & Buster's (PLAY) reports record Q1 results amidst challenges

Dave & Buster's (PLAY) delivered strong Q1 results, showcasing operational achievements and a focus on cost management and shareholder value.
While facing challenges related to consumer spending uncertainties, the company's historical resilience and strategic initiatives position it well for growth opportunities.
By balancing cost control, strategic investments, and a commitment to enhancing guest experiences, Dave & Buster's is poised for continued success and competitive advantage in the market.

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DALLAS, Dec. 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc., (NASDAQ: PLAY), (“Dave & Buster's” or the “Company”), an owner and operator of entertainment and dining venues, today announced that it has appointed James Chambers, a partner and co-founder of Hill Path Capital LP (“Hill Path”), to its Board of Directors and Audit, Finance and Compensation Committees, effective December 22, 2020. With the addition of Mr. Chambers, the Dave & Buster's Board of Directors (the “Board”) will comprise 10 directors, 8 of whom are independent.   The Company, Mr. Chambers and Hill Path have also entered into a cooperation agreement regarding Mr. Chambers' appointment to the Board and certain related matters.

Dave & Buster's and Hill Path Announce Addition of James Chambers to Board of Directors

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Dave & Buster's (PLAY) results in third-quarter fiscal 2020 reflect the impact of surge in COVID-19 cases along with operating restrictions.

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Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (PLAY) CEO Brian Jenkins on Q3 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Dave & Buster's (PLAY) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 9.01% and -3.25%, respectively, for the quarter ended October 2020. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Dave & Buster's (PLAY) Reports Q3 Loss, Misses Revenue Estimates

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DALLAS, Dec. 10, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc., (NASDAQ:PLAY), ("Dave & Buster's" or "the Company"), an owner and operator of entertainment and dining venues, today announced financial results for its third quarter 2020, which ended November 1, 2020.

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DALLAS, Nov. 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc., (NASDAQ:PLAY), ("Dave & Buster's" or "the Company"), an owner and operator of entertainment and dining venues, today announced that it will report financial results for its third quarter 2020 ended on November 1, 2020 on Thursday, December 10, 2020 after the market close.

Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. to Report Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results on December 10, 2020

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Dave & Buster's Entertainment Inc. stock soared 28.7% in Monday premarket trading after Pfizer Inc. and BioNTech SE announced a "successful" COVID-19 vaccine trial. Dave & Buster's has struggled during the pandemic, with many locations still closed as of early October and September comparable sales down 62%.

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DALLAS, Oct. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc., (NASDAQ:PLAY), ("Dave & Buster's" or "the Company"), an owner and operator of entertainment and dining venues, today announced that its indirect wholly-owned subsidiary, Dave & Buster's, Inc. (the “Issuer”), has completed its previously announced offering (the “Offering”) of $550 million in aggregate principal amount of its 7.625% senior secured notes due 2025 (the “Notes”). The notes were issued in a private offering that is exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”). The Notes are guaranteed on a senior secured basis by the same subsidiaries of the Company that guarantee its Revolving Credit Facility (the “Revolving Credit Facility” and, together with a Term Loan Facility, under which all amounts outstanding were repaid with the proceeds of the Notes, the “Credit Facility”).

Dave & Buster's Announces Closing of $550 Million Senior Secured Notes Offering by its Subsidiary Dave & Buster's, Inc.

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Dave & Buster's: The Cost Of A Lifeline

Dave & Buster's Entertainment Inc (NASDAQ: PLAY) won over another Wall Street analyst after the entertainment and dining chain completed a high yield not offering. The Dave & Buster's Analyst: Raymond James analyst Brian Vaccaro upgraded Dave & Buster's from Outperform to Strong Buy with a price target lifted from $20 to $25.

Dave & Buster's Gets 2nd Upgrade This Week

Dave & Buster's (PLAY) moved higher Wednesday after Raymond James upgraded the stock to Strong Buy with a $25 price target.

Dave & Buster's (PLAY) Breaks Out After Analyst Upgrade

DALLAS, Oct. 20, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc., (NASDAQ:PLAY), ("Dave & Buster's" or "the Company"), an owner and operator of entertainment and dining venues, today announced that its indirect wholly-owned subsidiary, Dave & Buster's, Inc. (the “Issuer”), has priced $550 million in aggregate principal amount of its 7.625% senior secured notes due 2025 (the “Notes”) in a private offering (the “Offering”) that is exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”). This represents an increase of $50 million from the amount initially offered. The Notes will be guaranteed on a senior secured basis by the same subsidiaries of the Company that currently guarantee its Term Loan Facility (the “Term Loan Facility”) and Revolving Credit Facility (the “Revolving Credit Facility,” and, together with the Term Loan Facility, the “Credit Facility”). The Offering is expected to close on October 27, 2020, subject to customary closing conditions.

Dave & Buster's Announces Upsize and Pricing of a Private Offering of $550 Million of Senior Secured Notes Due 2025 by its Subsidiary Dave & Buster's, Inc.

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