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Dave & Buster's EntertainmentPLAY +1.78%65 EV-to-OCF is 11.29 as of Aug. 08, 2026, which is 2% below its 10-year median of 11.51. GuruFocus rates PLAY with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of $35.79 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,021 Media - Diversified companies, Dave & Buster's Entertainment ranks worse than 69.64% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for Dave & Buster's Entertainment's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
PLAY'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -86.1 Med: 11.51 Max: 365.74
Current: 11.29
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Dave & Buster's Entertainment was 365.74. The lowest was -86.10. And the median was 11.51.
PLAY's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 69.64% of 1021
companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 4.84
vs PLAY: 11.29
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment (NAS:PLAY) EV-to-OCF Explanation
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's share price for today is $10.27.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-1.890.
* 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.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Dave & Buster's Entertainment EV-to-OCF Historical Data
* 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.
For the Entertainment subindustry, Dave & Buster's Entertainment's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment EV-to-OCF vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Dave & Buster's Entertainment's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Dave & Buster's Entertainment's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's current Enterprise Value is $3,485 Mil.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $309 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 (PLAY) has a EV-to-OCF of 11.29 as of Aug. 08, 2026. This is near median its historical median of 11.51. According to the industry distribution chart, Dave & Buster's Entertainment ranks #711 out of 1021 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 69.6%.
Is Dave & Buster's Entertainment's EV-to-OCF too high?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's current EV-to-OCF of 11.29 is near median its 10-year median of 11.51. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-OCF is 4.84. Dave & Buster's Entertainment's value of 11.29 is 133.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Dave & Buster's Entertainment ranks #711 out of 1021 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is below the industry midpoint. 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 EV-to-OCF compare to AENT and STRZ?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Dave & Buster's Entertainment ranks #711 out of 1021 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Dave & Buster's Entertainment in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 4.84. Dave & Buster's Entertainment's value of 11.29 is 133.3% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 11.51 vs. the industry median of 4.84, Dave & Buster's Entertainment has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Media - Diversified companies is 4.84, based on 1,021 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Dave & Buster's Entertainment's current EV-to-OCF of 11.29 is 133.3% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 4.84 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Dave & Buster's Entertainment's current EV-to-OCF is 11.29, which is near median its own 10-year median of 11.51. 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 EV-to-OCF is 11.29, which is near median its 10-year median of 11.51 and 133.3% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 4.84. 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 EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Dave & Buster's Entertainment (PLAY), the current EV-to-OCF is 11.29 as of Aug. 08, 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:
EV-to-OCF: 11.29 (near median its 10-year median of 11.51)
GF Value™: $35.79 vs. price of $10.27 (71.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 133.3% above the Media - Diversified median (#711 of 1021)
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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