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RCI Hospitality Holdings Inc (RICK)

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10/15/2025: RICK (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Analysis of Past Performance

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Historic Profit -0.43%
Avg. Invested days 32
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 342.08M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 45.21
1Y Target Price 98
Price to earnings Ratio 45.21
1Y Target Price 98
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 1.37
52 Weeks Range 34.94 - 61.46
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 34.94 - 61.46
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 0.72%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.86

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Profitability

Profit Margin 2.53%
Operating Margin (TTM) 15.81%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 5.36%
Return on Equity (TTM) 2.63%

Valuation

Trailing PE 45.21
Forward PE 6.36
Enterprise Value 580536977
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.19
Enterprise Value 580536977
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.19
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.02
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.64
Shares Outstanding 8798250
Shares Floating 7175061
Shares Outstanding 8798250
Shares Floating 7175061
Percent Insiders 8.37
Percent Institutions 50.64

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RCI Hospitality Holdings Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (RICK) was founded in 1983. It has grown through acquisitions and organic growth, becoming a leader in the adult entertainment and restaurant/bar industries. Its evolution includes expanding its club portfolio and developing Bombshells Restaurant & Bar.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Nightclubs: Adult nightclubs operating under various brands, offering live entertainment, food, and beverages.
  • Bombshells: Military-themed restaurants and sports bars offering a casual dining experience with a focus on sports viewing.
  • Other: Media, software and events.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Eric Langan is the President and CEO. The organizational structure includes executive management overseeing finance, operations, marketing, and development.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Nightclub Operations: Generates revenue through alcohol sales, service fees, membership fees, and entertainment. Market share data is fragmented across local markets. Competitors include privately owned adult nightclubs and publicly traded companies with smaller nightclub portfolios. Bombshells contributes to this market revenue stream also.
  • Bombshells Restaurant & Bar: Revenue is derived from food and beverage sales. Competitors include national and regional sports bar chains, such as Buffalo Wild Wings (owned by Inspire Brands) and Dave & Buster's (PLAY).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The adult entertainment industry is fragmented and highly regulated. The restaurant and bar industry is competitive and influenced by consumer spending trends and economic conditions.

Positioning

RCI Hospitality Holdings aims to be a leader in both the adult entertainment and restaurant/bar segments through strategic acquisitions and organic growth. It emphasizes a high-energy atmosphere and diverse entertainment offerings.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market (TAM) for adult entertainment and restaurant/bar is substantial, estimated at hundreds of billions of dollars annually. RCI is positioned to capture a portion of this market through its expanding club and Bombshells portfolio.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Diversified revenue streams (nightclubs and restaurants)
  • Established brands in both segments
  • Experienced management team
  • Disciplined capital allocation

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on discretionary consumer spending
  • Exposure to regulatory risks in the adult entertainment industry
  • Potential brand reputation risks
  • Concentration in certain geographic areas

Opportunities

  • Further acquisitions of nightclubs and restaurants
  • Expansion of Bombshells brand into new markets
  • Leveraging technology to enhance customer experience
  • Capitalizing on trends

Threats

  • Economic downturns impacting consumer spending
  • Increased competition from other entertainment venues
  • Changes in regulations affecting the adult entertainment industry
  • Shifting consumer preferences

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • PLAY

Competitive Landscape

RCI's advantage lies in its dual focus on adult entertainment and restaurants, creating diversified revenue streams. Disadvantages may include regulatory risks and dependence on discretionary spending.

Major Acquisitions

Acquired Company Name

  • Year: 2022
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 20
  • Strategic Rationale: Expand footprint in key markets. Increase brand recognition.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: RCI Hospitality has exhibited growth through acquisitions and expansion of the Bombshells brand.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates generally project continued revenue and earnings growth, driven by expansion and operational improvements.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include acquisitions of nightclubs and restaurant and bars, development of new Bombshells locations, and focusing on free cash flow generation.

Summary

RCI Hospitality Holdings is a player in the adult entertainment and restaurant/bar industries with growth driven by acquisitions and organic expansion. Its diverse revenue streams provide some stability, but it faces regulatory risks and is dependent on consumer spending. Strategic initiatives, such as expanding the Bombshells brand, show promise. RCI should continue to monitor economic conditions and adapt to changing consumer preferences to sustain growth.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Company filings (10-K, 10-Q)
  • Investor presentations
  • Earnings call transcripts
  • Analyst reports

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About RCI Hospitality Holdings Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Houston, TX, United States
IPO Launch date 1995-10-12
Chairman, CEO & President Mr. Eric Scott Langan
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Restaurants
Full time employees 3613
Full time employees 3613

RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiaries, engages in the hospitality and related businesses in the United States. The company operates through Nightclubs, Bombshells, and Other segments. It owns and/or operates upscale adult nightclubs under the Rick's Cabaret, Jaguars Club, Tootsie's Cabaret, XTC Cabaret, Club Onyx, Hoops Cabaret and Sports Bar, Scarlett's Cabaret, Diamond Cabaret, Cheetah Gentlemen's Club, PT's Showclub, Playmates Club, Country Rock Cabaret, Temptations Adult Cabaret, Foxy's Cabaret, Vivid Cabaret, Downtown Cabaret, Cabaret East, The Seville, Silver City Cabaret, Heartbreakers Gentlemen's Club, Kappa Men's Club, Baby Dolls, and Chicas Locas brands; and a dance club under the Studio 80 brand. The company also owns and operates restaurants and sports bars under the Bombshells Restaurant & Bar brand. In addition, it owns national industry convention and tradeshow; national industry trade publications; and national industry award shows, as well as industry and social media websites, which serves adult nightclubs industry and the adult retail products industry. Further, it holds license to sell Robust Energy Drink in the United States. The company was formerly known as Rick's Cabaret International, Inc. and changed its name to RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. in August 2014. RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1983 and is based in Houston, Texas.