Dave & Buster`s Entertainment Profit Margin

Dave & Buster`s Entertainment (PLAY) currently reports a profit margin of -3.09% as of April 2026. That compares with 1.83% in the prior-year period — down 269.3% year over year. That is below the Consumer Staples sector average of 14.42%. Use the charts on this page to explore Dave & Buster`s Entertainment's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Dave & Buster`s Entertainment's profit margin decreased from 1.83% to -3.09% — a 269.3% year-over-year decrease (period ending April 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Dave & Buster`s Entertainment's profit margin of -3.09% is lower than the Consumer Staples sector average of 14.42%. That is roughly 121.4% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Dave & Buster`s Entertainment's current -3.09% should be judged against Consumer Staples norms (sector average: 14.42%) and against PLAY's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of -3.09%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Consumer Staples average is 14.42%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Dave & Buster`s Entertainment, and consider following PLAY for alerts when major investors trade the stock.