Dave & Buster’s Entertainment (PLAY)
Return on total capital
| Jan 31, 2025 | Feb 4, 2024 | Jan 31, 2024 | Jan 31, 2023 | Jan 29, 2023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) | US$ in thousands | 205,200 | 306,600 | 295,200 | 257,569 | 262,508 |
| Long-term debt | US$ in thousands | — | 1,284,000 | — | — | 1,222,700 |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | 145,800 | 251,200 | 251,200 | 410,535 | 410,500 |
| Return on total capital | 140.74% | 19.97% | 117.52% | 62.74% | 16.07% |
January 31, 2025 calculation
Return on total capital = EBIT ÷ (Long-term debt + Total stockholders’ equity)
= $205,200K ÷ ($—K + $145,800K)
= 140.74%
The return on total capital for Dave & Buster’s Entertainment has shown varying levels over the periods provided. In January 2023, the return on total capital was 16.07%, which increased significantly to 62.74% by January 31, 2023. The return further surged to 117.52% by January 31, 2024, indicating a robust financial performance during that period.
However, there was a slight decline in the return on total capital to 19.97% by February 4, 2024. Subsequently, the return on total capital reached its peak at 140.74% by January 31, 2025, demonstrating the company's ability to generate significant returns relative to its total capital investment.
Overall, the trend in the return on total capital showcases fluctuations in the company's financial performance over the specified periods, with notable improvements seen in certain periods, potentially indicating effective capital utilization and profitability.
Peer comparison
Jan 31, 2025