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Bowl America (Bowl America) Degree of Financial Leverage : 0.00 (As of Mar. 2021)


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What is Bowl America Degree of Financial Leverage?

Degree of Financial Leverage (DFL) measures the percentage change in EPS for a unit change in Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT). Bowl America's Degree of Financial Leverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2021 was 0.00. The higher Degree of Financial Leverage, the more volatile earnings will be.

The industry rank for Bowl America's Degree of Financial Leverage or its related term are showing as below:

BWL.A's Degree of Financial Leverage is not ranked *
in the Travel & Leisure industry.
Industry Median: 0.96
* Ranked among companies with meaningful Degree of Financial Leverage only.

Bowl America Degree of Financial Leverage Historical Data

The historical data trend for Bowl America's Degree of Financial Leverage can be seen below:

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Bowl America Degree of Financial Leverage Chart

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Competitive Comparison of Bowl America's Degree of Financial Leverage

For the Leisure subindustry, Bowl America's Degree of Financial Leverage, along with its competitors' market caps and Degree of Financial Leverage data, can be viewed below:

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Bowl America's Degree of Financial Leverage Distribution in the Travel & Leisure Industry

For the Travel & Leisure industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Bowl America's Degree of Financial Leverage distribution charts can be found below:

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Bowl America Degree of Financial Leverage Calculation

Bowl America's Degree of Financial Leverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2021 is calculated as:

Degree of Financial Leverage=% Change in Earnings per Share (Diluted)**/% Change in EBIT
=( -0.3 (Mar. 2021) / 0.31 (Mar. 2020) - 1 )/( -2.516 (Mar. 2021) / 2.63 (Mar. 2020) - 1 )
=-1.9677/-1.9567
=1.01***

* 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.

** TTM data of EPS and EBIT was used to calculate Degree of Financial Leverage.
*** Please be aware that the Degree of Financial Leverage calculations are based on company-level data using the primary share class. The calculated data provided is for demonstration purposes and may slightly differ from the results displayed in the title due to potential variations caused by currency exchange rate differences throughout the year.


Bowl America  (AMEX:BWL.A) Degree of Financial Leverage Explanation

Degree of Financial Leverage (DFL) is a leverage ratio that measures the sensitivity of a company’s Earnings per Share (EPS) to fluctuations in its operating income, also referred to as Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), resulting from adjustments in its capital structure. DFL is an essential tool for companies to assess the appropriate level of debt or financial leverage in their capital structure. When EBIT remains relatively stable, it results in stable earnings and earnings per share. In such cases, the company may consider taking on substantial debt. However, for companies operating in industries with significant fluctuations in EBIT, it is advisable to keep debt at a manageable level.

The higher Degree of Financial Leverage, the more volatile earnings will be. Because interest is a fixed expense, leverage can amplify earnings and EPS. This is beneficial when EBIT is growing, but it can become problematic in tough economic conditions when EBIT is under pressure.

Be Aware

The use of financial leverage varies across different industries and business sectors, and the application of Degree of Financial Leverage (DFL) should be adjusted accordingly.


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Bowl America (Bowl America) Business Description

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Address
6446 Edsall Road, Alexandria, VA, USA, 22312
Bowl America Inc is engaged in the entertainment business. The firm operates bowling centers, with food and beverage service in each center. Its offerings include bowling parties, cosmic bowling, leagues, and open bowling. In addition, each center sells retail bowling accessories. The company's bowling centers are located in Washington D.C, Baltimore, Maryland, Richmond, Virginia, Jacksonville, and Florida. Its principal source of revenue consists of fees charged for the use of bowling lanes and other facilities.
Executives
Gloria Bragg director 6446 EDSALL ROAD ALEXANDRIA VA 22312
Merle Fabian director, 10 percent owner
Nancy Hull director C/O BOWL AMERICA INCORPORATED 6446 EDSALL ROAD ALEXANDRIA VA 22312
Arthur H. Bill director 6844 GLENBROOK ROAD BETHESDA MD 20814
Leslie H Goldberg director, 10 percent owner, officer: President
Stanley H Katzman director, 10 percent owner

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