Form 4: Dave & Buster's Director Transfers Shares to Trust

Sentiment:

Insider Transaction Report


Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. Director Kevin M. Sheehan transferred 50,000 shares of common stock to a grantor retained annuity trust.

Summary

  • Director Kevin M. Sheehan of Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. transferred 50,000 shares of common stock.
  • The transaction occurred on January 20, 2026, and involved a transfer to a grantor retained annuity trust (GRAT).
  • The transfer price was $0 per share, consistent with a non-sale transaction for estate planning.
  • Following this transaction, Mr. Sheehan directly beneficially owns 39,645 shares of common stock.
  • The transaction was made pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1(c) plan, indicating a pre-arranged disposition.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: Neutral. This is a routine insider transaction for estate planning purposes, not indicative of operational performance or strategic shifts for the company.

Related Party Transactions

  • Director Kevin M. Sheehan transferred 50,000 shares of common stock to a grantor retained annuity trust (GRAT). A GRAT is an estate planning vehicle established by the grantor, making it a transaction with a related entity.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Minimal impact on shareholders as this is a personal estate planning transaction by a director and does not reflect on the company's operational performance or financial health.
  • No direct impact on employees, customers, suppliers, or creditors.

Key Dates

DateDescription
01/20/2026Date of transaction: Transfer of 50,000 common shares to a grantor retained annuity trust.
01/21/2026Date of filing of the Statement of Changes in Beneficial Ownership.

Keywords

Dave & Buster's Entertainment, PLAY, Kevin M. Sheehan, Director, Insider Transaction, Form 4, Stock Transfer, GRAT, 10b5-1 Plan

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