Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (PLAY) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at -8.5x · 0th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2014–2025
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 22, 2026, Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (PLAY) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of -8.5x, with a stock price of $11.95 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $-1.85.
The current P/E is 137% below its 5-year average of 23.1x. Over the past five years, PLAY's P/E has ranged from a low of 11.8x to a high of 77.9x, placing the current valuation at the 0th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 15.3x, PLAY trades at a 156% discount to its sector peers. The sector includes 110 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 161.8x.
Relative to the broader market, PLAY trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our PLAY DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
PLAY Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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PLAY P/E vs Peers
Entertainment Services and Merchandising peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $7B | 19.8 | 0.29Best | +145% | |
| $12B | 29.1 | 0.43 | -6% | |
| $322M | 15.2Lowest | - | +17% | |
| $1B | 25.3 | - | +209%Best | |
| $4B | 20.2 | - | +31% | |
| $6B | 34.8 | 1.80 | -8% | |
| $38B | 21.1 | 0.39 | -4% | |
| $16B | 47.5 | - | -22% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
PLAY Historical P/E Data (2014–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q2 | - | $26.47 | $0.34 | 77.9x | +160% |
| FY2025 Q1 | - | $19.71 | $1.01 | 19.5x | -35% |
| FY2024 Q4 | Jan 31 2025 | $26.56 | $1.38 | 19.2x | -36% |
| FY2024 Q3 | - | $38.38 | $2.02 | 19.0x | -37% |
| FY2024 Q2 | - | $32.33 | $2.74 | 11.8x | -61% |
| FY2024 Q1 | May 05 2024 | $52.82 | $2.35 | 22.5x | -25% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Jan 31 2024 | $53.53 | $2.81 | 19.0x | -36% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Oct 29 2023 | $34.64 | $2.73 | 12.7x | -58% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jul 30 2023 | $45.40 | $2.89 | 15.7x | -48% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Apr 30 2023 | $35.46 | $2.88 | 12.3x | -59% |
| FY2022 Q4 | - | $43.35 | $2.78 | 15.6x | -48% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Oct 30 2022 | $40.25 | $2.50 | 16.1x | -46% |
| FY2022 Q2 | Jul 31 2022 | $37.36 | $2.67 | 14.0x | -53% |
| FY2022 Q1 | May 01 2022 | $45.50 | $3.15 | 14.4x | -52% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Jan 31 2022 | $35.79 | $2.20 | 16.3x | -46% |
| FY2021 Q3 | Oct 31 2021 | $37.13 | $0.49 | 75.8x | +153% |
| FY2020 Q1 | May 03 2020 | $13.33 | $0.35 | 38.1x | +27% |
| FY2019 Q4 | Jan 31 2020 | $44.16 | $2.85 | 15.5x | -48% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Nov 03 2019 | $40.50 | $2.80 | 14.5x | -52% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Aug 04 2019 | $40.13 | $3.08 | 13.0x | -57% |
| FY2019 Q1 | May 05 2019 | $58.92 | $3.02 | 19.5x | -35% |
| FY2018 Q4 | - | $51.45 | $2.93 | 17.6x | -41% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Nov 04 2018 | $60.75 | $3.03 | 20.0x | -33% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Aug 05 2018 | $49.47 | $3.02 | 16.4x | -45% |
| FY2018 Q1 | May 06 2018 | $41.30 | $2.89 | 14.3x | -52% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Jan 31 2018 | $47.00 | $2.83 | 16.6x | -45% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Oct 29 2017 | $48.60 | $2.61 | 18.6x | -38% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jul 30 2017 | $61.21 | $2.57 | 23.8x | -21% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Apr 30 2017 | $64.01 | $2.36 | 27.1x | -10% |
| FY2016 Q4 | - | $54.46 | $2.10 | 25.9x | -13% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Oct 30 2016 | $40.84 | $2.00 | 20.4x | -32% |
| FY2016 Q2 | Jul 31 2016 | $44.50 | $1.86 | 23.9x | -20% |
| FY2016 Q1 | May 01 2016 | $38.70 | $1.65 | 23.5x | -22% |
| FY2015 Q4 | Jan 31 2016 | $36.27 | $1.39 | 26.1x | -13% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Nov 01 2015 | $38.58 | $1.20 | 32.1x | +7% |
| FY2015 Q2 | Aug 02 2015 | $38.80 | $0.96 | 40.4x | +35% |
| FY2015 Q1 | May 03 2015 | $32.45 | $0.31 | 104.7x | +249% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Jan 31 2015 | $28.74 | $0.14 | 205.3x | +585% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 30.0x
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PLAY — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PLAY stock.
What is PLAY's P/E ratio?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (PLAY) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is -8.5x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $-1.85. The 5-year average P/E is 23.1x and the historical range spans 11.8x to 77.9x.
Is PLAY stock overvalued or undervalued?
PLAY trades at -8.5x P/E, below its 5-year average of 23.1x. At the 0th percentile of its historical range (11.8x–77.9x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is PLAY stock expensive?
No, PLAY is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of -8.5x is below the 5-year average of 23.1x and sits at the 0th percentile of its valuation range.
What is PLAY's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, PLAY's P/E ratio has ranged from 11.8x to 77.9x, with a median of 16.1x and an average of 23.1x. The current P/E of -8.5x places the stock at the 0th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2014–2025.
How does PLAY's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
PLAY trades at -8.5x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 135% discount to the market suggests lower growth expectations or perceived higher risk.
How does PLAY's valuation compare to Communication Services peers?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. P/E of -8.5x compares to the Communication Services sector median of 15.3x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations, weaker margins, or higher perceived risk relative to peers. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is PLAY's PEG ratio?
PLAY PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of -8.5x and EPS growth of -195.9%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is PLAY's earnings yield?
PLAY earnings yield is N/A, the inverse of its -8.5x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.