Dave & Buster’s Q2 results due with mixed analyst views weighing stock
Sep 11, 2026, 5:29 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Market expects a material EPS decline (0.19 vs 0.40 prior year) with flat revenue; negative deltas could pressure shares ahead of the report, though guidance or COO actions could offset if constructive.
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Dave & Buster's is set to report Q2 results after the Sept. 14 close, with consensus EPS of 0.19 and about $557M in revenue—down from 0.40 per share last year but roughly flat revenue. The COO appointment could influence execution, and with shares near $8, near-term moves will hinge on guidance and how analysts digest results.
Q2 earnings due Sept 14 after hours; est EPS 0.19, revenue $556.83M.
EPS down from $0.40; revenue near $557.4M.
Amanda Busby named COO on Aug 24.
Shares closed at $8.17, down 0.2% on Thursday.
Analysts: mixed views; price targets range $12–$22; downgrades/holds.
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