BlackRock, Inc. Increases Stake in Dave & Buster's Entertainment to 6.0%

BlackRock, Inc. has filed a Schedule 13G/A with the SEC, dated April 7, 2026, reporting an increased stake in Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (PLAY). As of the event date on March 31, 2026, BlackRock beneficially owns 2,084,177 shares of common stock, representing a 6.0% ownership stake in the company. This filing marks an amendment (No. 15) to their previous holdings. Of the total shares reported, BlackRock holds sole voting power over 2,053,554 shares and sole dispositive power over the full 2,084,177 shares. The filing indicates that the securities were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of changing or influencing the control of the issuer. Various subsidiaries of BlackRock are listed as having interests in the securities, though no single person's interest exceeds 5% of the total outstanding shares. The filing was signed by Spencer Fleming, Managing Director at BlackRock, Inc.