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Dave & Buster's Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results

Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (PLAY) | September 15, 2025

By George Clark

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Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. reported financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 ended August 5, 2025.

Revenue for the second quarter was $557.4 million, representing a slight increase from the same period in fiscal 2024.

Net income for the quarter was $11.4 million, with adjusted net income at $14.1 million.

Revenue

Second quarter revenue increased to $557.4 million compared to the previous year.

Net Income

Net income for the quarter was $11.4 million, with adjusted net income at $14.1 million.

CEO Appointment

Tarun Lal was appointed as Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Board of Directors.

Store Expansion

The company opened new domestic and international franchise stores during the quarter.

Cash Flow

The company generated $34.0 million in operating cash during the quarter.

  • Despite a slight increase in revenue, the comparable store sales decreased by 3.0% compared to the previous year.
  • The appointment of Tarun Lal as CEO signals a new leadership direction for Dave & Buster's.
  • The company's focus on store expansion and cash flow generation demonstrates strategic growth initiatives.

Dave & Buster's second quarter results reflect a mix of challenges and opportunities as the company navigates market dynamics and operational strategies under new leadership.