PLAY Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PLAY - Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.
$10.61
-0.96 (-8.30%)
▼
5d:
+2.12%
30d:
+2.51%
90d:
-1.76%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 4, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Sep 21, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: PLAY shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: PLAY shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$23.34
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$14.49
26.8% 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 13.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PLAY is currently trading at $10.61, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $10.01 to $11.14. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 12.8) is in line with its historical norms (13.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.3% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PLAY is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $9.65, while resistance sits at $11.95. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 8.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: PLAY has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $17.00 (+46.9%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PLAY is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $9.65, while resistance sits at $11.95. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 8.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: PLAY has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $17.00 (+46.9%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$10.01 -
$11.14
Company Quality Score
53/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
78.6%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-8.3%)
- BULLISH: Trading 46.9% below Wall St target ($17.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$10.01 -
$11.14
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$9.65
Resistance Level
$11.95
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 4, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.84
Wall Street Target
$17.00
(+46.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-1.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-74.2%
Profit Margin
-3.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
12.8 vs 13.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$11.42
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$11.27
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$11.12
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13→13)
$11.52
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 84.3%)
$63.05
(+445%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.8, Growth: 84.3%)
$39.05
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.9, Growth: 84.3%)
$33.19
(+187%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 12.8 to 13.3
Stabilization Target:
$11.99
(+3.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+3.6%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
1
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
Steve Klohn
SELL
6989 shares
2026-04-17
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