Dave & Buster’s Entertainment (PLAY)
Financial leverage ratio
| Jan 31, 2025 | Feb 4, 2024 | Jan 31, 2024 | Jan 31, 2023 | Jan 29, 2023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total assets | US$ in thousands | 4,015,800 | 3,754,400 | 3,754,400 | 3,760,990 | 3,761,000 |
| Total stockholders’ equity | US$ in thousands | 145,800 | 251,200 | 251,200 | 410,535 | 410,500 |
| Financial leverage ratio | 27.54 | 14.95 | 14.95 | 9.16 | 9.16 |
January 31, 2025 calculation
Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $4,015,800K ÷ $145,800K
= 27.54
The financial leverage ratio for Dave & Buster’s Entertainment has shown a significant increase over the past few years. As of January 29, 2023, and January 31, 2023, the ratio was consistent at 9.16. However, by January 31, 2024, and February 4, 2024, the ratio had jumped to 14.95, indicating a higher level of financial leverage. This trend continued into January 31, 2025, with the ratio reaching 27.54.
The increasing trend in the financial leverage ratio suggests that the company has been relying more on debt to finance its operations and growth, which could potentially increase financial risk. It is important for investors and stakeholders to closely monitor this ratio to assess the company's ability to meet its financial obligations and manage its debt effectively.
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Jan 31, 2025