Dave Inc. (NASDAQ:DAVE ) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript August 6, 2024 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Jason Wilk - CEO Kyle Beilman - CFO Conference Call Participants Devin Ryan - Citizens JMP Jeff Cantwell - Seaport Research Jacob Stephan - Lake Street Capital Markets Gary Prestopino - Barrington Operator Good morning, everyone, and thank you for participating in today's conference call to discuss Dave's financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024. Joining us today are Dave's CEO, Mr.
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DAVE INC (DAVE) was a big mover last session on higher-than-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions might not help the stock continue moving higher in the near term.
Markets are momentum-driven, favoring stocks going up regardless of valuation or business fundamentals. PLAY trades less than 6X EV/ adjusted EBITDA and has mid-20 % adjusted EBITDA margins. Dave & Buster's Entertainment shares have been stagnant for five years despite strong operating results, presenting a buying opportunity at $38 per share. PLAY has plenty of growth ahead, driven by new units, international franchising, and store remodeling.
Dave is a fintech company founded in 2016 by Jason Wilk, went public in late 2021 through a SPAC merger valued at $4bn. Dave's core product is a cash advance service with 2.2m monthly active users, generating revenue through transaction fees, tips, and subscriptions. Dave's potential for $10+ EPS in 2025 or 2026, driven by new subscription pricing and improved profitability levers, with a valuation estimate of over $100/share.
Dave Inc. has resolved critical balance sheet problems and is now demonstrably profitable, reducing financial risk. Dave's products like CashAI and DaveGPT drive efficient member acquisition and retention, essential for sustainable growth. At 12x EBITDA, Dave presents a favorable risk-reward profile, with the potential for revaluation to 18x forward EBITDA, making it a compelling investment opportunity.
Dave & Buster's Q1 results show continued comparable sales weakness, leading to a wide revenue and EPS miss. The long-term growth story still continues with new store openings in the quarter. The Main Event acquisition has been integrated well with Dave & Buster's having very healthy margins despite recent sales weakness.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment (PLAY) shares slumped more than 10% in premarket trading on Thursday after the restaurant and entertainment chain posted quarterly results that fell short of expectations amid challenging economic conditions weighing on consumer demand.
Dave & Buster's stock dropped 12% premarket due to missed analyst estimates and unclear strategy, leading to a sell-off. Despite recent setbacks, PLAY comparables are expected to improve starting fiscal Q2, with potential for share price growth. The company's focus on enhanced marketing, game pricing, and promotions, along with new store openings, loyalty growth, and cost-saving initiatives, positions it for a turnaround.
U.S. stock futures were mixed this morning, with the Dow futures falling around 100 points on Thursday.
Shares of Dave & Buster's Entertainment Inc. tumbled after hours on Wednesday after the gaming and restaurant chain reported first-quarter results that missed Wall Street's expectations, amid what executives called a “complex” economic backdrop.
Dave & Buster's is scheduled to report earnings after Wednesday's close. The stock just hit a record high of $73.48 in 2017 and is currently trading near $50.