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Note: A negative number here means the assets are depreciated. When depricates more, the absolute value gets bigger.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's quarterly accumulated depreciation
increased
from Oct. 2025 ($-1,593 Mil) to Jan. 2026 ($-1,672 Mil) and
increased
from Jan. 2026 ($-1,672 Mil) to Apr. 2026 ($-1,741 Mil).
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's annual accumulated depreciation
increased
from Jan. 2024 ($-1,223 Mil) to Jan. 2025 ($-1,403 Mil) and
increased
from Jan. 2025 ($-1,403 Mil) to Jan. 2026 ($-1,672 Mil).
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment Accumulated Depreciation Chart
Dave & Buster's Entertainment Accumulated Depreciation Calculation
The cumulative depreciation of an asset up to a single point in its life. Regardless of the method used to calculate it, the depreciation of an asset during a single period is added to the previous period's accumulated depreciation to get the current accumulated depreciation.
What does a Accumulated Depreciation of $-1,741 Mil mean?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment (PLAY) has a Accumulated Depreciation of $-1,741 Mil as of Apr. 2026. Accumulated depreciation is a contra-asset item that accounts for the decline in value of long-term assets. View historical data on Dave & Buster's Entertainment and its competitors.
Is Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Accumulated Depreciation too high?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's current Accumulated Depreciation is $-1,741 Mil. Overall, Dave & Buster's Entertainment has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Accumulated Depreciation compare to AENT and STRZ?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Accumulated Depreciation of $-1,741 Mil can be compared against companies in the Media - Diversified industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Accumulated Depreciation for a Media - Diversified company?
A good Accumulated Depreciation depends on the Media - Diversified industry context. However, Accumulated Depreciation should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Accumulated Depreciation mean?
A high Accumulated Depreciation can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Accumulated depreciation is a contra-asset item that accounts for the decline in value of long-term assets. View historical data on Dave & Buster's Entertainment and its competitors. Dave & Buster's Entertainment's current Accumulated Depreciation is $-1,741 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Dave & Buster's Entertainment stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dave & Buster's Entertainment (PLAY) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $35.79, compared to a current price of $10.27 — trading 71.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Accumulated Depreciation is $-1,741 Mil. Dave & Buster's Entertainment's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Accumulated Depreciation calculated?
Accumulated Depreciation is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Dave & Buster's Entertainment (PLAY), the current Accumulated Depreciation is $-1,741 Mil as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Dave & Buster's Entertainment (PLAY) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dave & Buster's Entertainment stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $10.27 is trading 71.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $35.79.
GuruFocus considers Dave & Buster's Entertainment to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for PLAY:
Accumulated Depreciation: $-1,741 Mil
GF Value™: $35.79 vs. price of $10.27 (71.3% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PLAY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment Inc is an owner and operator of entertainment and dining venues in North America that offer experiences for both adults and families under the Dave & Buster's and Main Event brands. The company combines various forms of entertainment, including games, bowling, and watching live sports and other televised events, with a full menu of entrees and appetizers and a selection of alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages, all in one location. Its concept focuses on providing customers the opportunity to Eat, Drink, Play, and Watch, appealing to a balanced mix of adults, families, and teenagers. The company also operates internationally in the early stage as a franchisor of the Dave & Buster's brand.
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