PLAY Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PLAY - Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.
$8.15
-0.63 (-7.23%)
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5d:
+0.18%
30d:
+24.16%
90d:
-20.69%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Nov 5, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Dec 08, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: PLAY shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: PLAY shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$21.24
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$13.19
38.2% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 12.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PLAY is currently trading at $8.14, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $6.69 to $8.00. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 9.0) compared to its historical average (12.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 9.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PLAY is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $6.80, while resistance sits at $9.16. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 7.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: PLAY scores 0/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $13.00 (+59.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PLAY is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $6.80, while resistance sits at $9.16. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 7.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: PLAY scores 0/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $13.00 (+59.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$6.69 -
$8.00
Company Quality Score
29/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
23.8%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (0/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-7.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading 59.6% below Wall St target ($13.00)
- WARNING: Composite score 29/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$6.69 -
$8.00
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$6.80
Resistance Level
$9.16
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Nov 5, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.04
Wall Street Target
$13.00
(+59.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-2.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-74.2%
Profit Margin
-4.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-9.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.0 vs 12.1
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Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-9.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$7.38
(-9%)
2-Year Target
$6.69
(-18%)
3-Year Target
$6.06
(-26%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→12)
$8.11
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 84.3%)
$60.41
(+642%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.0, Growth: 84.3%)
$27.49
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.7, Growth: 84.3%)
$23.37
(+187%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 9.0 to 12.1
Stabilization Target:
$10.90
(+33.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+33.9%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
0
Sells
0
Net
NEUTRAL
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