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The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period. Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Dividend Payout Ratio for the
months ended in Apr. 2026 was 0.00.
The historical rank and industry rank for Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Dave & Buster's Entertainment was 0.18. The lowest was 0.09. And the median was 0.14.
PLAY's Dividend Payout Ratio is not ranked *
in the Media - Diversified industry.
Industry Median: 0.495 * Ranked among companies with meaningful Dividend Payout Ratio only.
During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Dave & Buster's Entertainment was 7.99%. The lowest was 0.00%. And the median was 1.41%.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment (NAS:PLAY) Dividend Payout Ratio Explanation
In dividends investing, Dividend Payout Ratio and Dividend Growth Rate are the two most important variables for consideration. A lower payout ratio may indicate that the company has more room to increase its dividends.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms
Dave & Buster's Entertainment Dividend Payout Ratio 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.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment Dividend Payout Ratio Chart
PLAY vs AENT, STRZ, AMCX: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison
For the Entertainment subindustry, Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Dividend Payout Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Dividend Payout Ratio 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 Dividend Payout Ratio vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation
The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period.
* 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 Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.00 as of Apr. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Dave & Buster's Entertainment and its competitors. Over the past decade, Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.09 to 0.18. According to the industry distribution chart, Dave & Buster's Entertainment ranks #999999 out of 326 companies in the Media - Diversified industry.
Is Dave & Buster's Entertainment's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.09 to a high of 0.18. Based on the distribution chart, Dave & Buster's Entertainment ranks #999999 out of 326 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. 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 Dividend Payout Ratio compare to AENT and STRZ?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Dave & Buster's Entertainment ranks #999999 out of 326 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Dave & Buster's Entertainment in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.50. Historically, Dave & Buster's Entertainment's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.09 to 0.18 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Dividend Payout Ratio for a Media - Diversified company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Media - Diversified companies is 0.50, based on 326 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Dividend Payout Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Dividend Payout Ratio 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 Dividend Payout Ratio mean?
A high Dividend Payout Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Dave & Buster's Entertainment and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.50 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Dave & Buster's Entertainment's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. 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 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. 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 Dividend Payout Ratio calculated?
Dividend Payout Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Dave & Buster's Entertainment (PLAY), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00 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:
Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.00
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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