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RCI Hospitality(NASDAQ) RICK

Market Cap$209.84MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1995)+234%
5 Year-59%
1 Year-23%
1 Month+3%
$27.45
+0.00%
+0.00Today
RCI Hospitality last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 27.452026-08-11
RCI Hospitality stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+7.65%USD 25.502026-08-04
1 month+2.73%USD 26.722026-07-10
3 month+12.97%USD 24.302026-05-13
Year to date+15.91%USD 23.682025-12-31
1 year-23.41%USD 35.842025-08-11
3 year-58.32%USD 65.862023-08-11
5 year-58.73%USD 66.512021-08-12
Since inception+234.39%USD 8.211995-10-13

RCI Hospitality Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$209.84MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$284.42M

Net Income (TTM)

-$4.21M

EPS (TTM)

-$0.41

P/E Ratio

-66.27

Dividend

$0.30

Beta (Volatility)

1.21 (Average)

Price

$27.45

Volume

8,052.891

Open

$27.70

Previous Close

$27.45

Daily Range

$27.14 - $27.70

52-Week Range

$20.76 - $38.25

Estimated Earnings Date

Aug 10, 2026

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About RCI Hospitality

RCI Hospitality runs nightclubs and sports bars for adults seeking entertainment and social spaces. Its venues offer food, drinks, and live performances, mainly serving professionals and business travelers. The company also publishes trade magazines and hosts industry events for nightclub operators.

Products and Services

  • Nightclubs (86.8% of revenue): Operates adult entertainment clubs offering drinks, food, and live shows for business professionals.
  • Bombshells Restaurants (12.8% of revenue): Runs military-themed sports bars with food, drinks, and televised sports for casual diners.
  • Media and Events (0.4% of revenue): Publishes trade magazines and organizes conventions for the adult nightclub industry.
  • Energy Drink Licensing: Holds U.S. rights to sell Robust Energy Drink, targeting hospitality venues.

Growth and Expansion

  • Acquired six clubs in 2023.
  • Purchased three clubs in 2025: Flight Club, Platinum West, and Platinum Plus.
  • Opened new Bombshells locations in Denver and Lubbock in 2025; closed four underperforming sites.
  • Expanded media presence with trade magazines and industry events.
  • Launched a five-year "Back-to-Basics" strategy in December 2024 to improve existing operations.

What Makes RCI Hospitality Stand Out

RCI owns most of its club and restaurant properties, reducing rental costs and increasing control. Its business model relies on high-margin beverage and service sales, especially in nightclubs. The company integrates media, events, and licensing to diversify revenue and influence its industry.

Five Things You Need to Know

  • Revenue was $279.4 million in 2025, down 5.5% from 2024.
  • Nightclubs contributed 86.8% of 2025 revenue; Bombshells 12.8%.
  • Operating income was $30.3 million in 2025, up 61.2% from 2024.
  • Free cash flow was $45.4 million in 2025, down 6.2% year-over-year.
  • Company faced legal, regulatory, and internal control challenges in 2025.

Bottom Line

RCI Hospitality has grown through acquisitions and brand diversification, focusing on adult entertainment and themed dining. Its mix of owned venues, media, and events supports a multi-channel business model in a regulated industry.

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Industry

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure

Sector

Consumer Discretionary

Employees

3,444

CEO

Travis Reese

Website

www.rcihospitality.com

Headquarters

Houston, TX 77066, US

RICK Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

53.65%

Operating Margin

13.67%

Net Income Margin

-1.48%

Return on Equity

-1.76%

Return on Capital

6.87%

Return on Assets

-0.74%

Earnings Yield

-1.51%

Dividend Yield

1.09%

Payout Ratio

-56.54%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$209.84MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

7.64M

Volume

8.05K

Avg. Volume

48.17K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$152.60M

Operating Income

$38.88M

EBITDA

$33.91M

Operating Cash Flow

$42.71M

Capital Expenditure

-$7.96M

Free Cash Flow

$34.75M

Cash & ST Invst.

$26.40M

Total Debt

$268.26M

RCI Hospitality Performance Analysis

RCI Hospitality annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-09-30USD 267,620,00037.1%
20232023-09-30USD 293,790,0009.8%
20242024-09-30USD 295,604,0000.6%
20252025-09-30USD 279,434,000-5.5%
RCI Hospitality sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42025-09-30-0.3%
Q12025-12-31-0.1%
Q22026-03-31-3.0%
Q32026-06-307.6%
RCI Hospitality annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-09-30USD 4.9145.6%
20232023-09-30USD 3.13-36.2%
20242024-09-30USD 0.33-89.6%
20252025-09-30USD 1.23276.5%
RCI Hospitality sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42025-09-30-237.0%
Q12025-12-319.5%
Q22026-03-3193.0%
Q32026-06-302175.0%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q3 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$73.94M

+3.9%

Gross Profit

$38.34M

-6.7%

Gross Margin

51.85%

N/A

Market Cap

$209.84MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$60.93K

N/A

Employees

3,444

N/A

Net Income

$6.35M

+56.5%

EBITDA

$17.12M

+34.6%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q3 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$26.40M

-10.0%

Total Debt

$268.26M

-1.6%

Accounts Receivable

$2.87M

-37.7%

Inventory

$5.18M

+9.2%

Long Term Debt

$235.80M

-6.0%

Short Term Debt

$32.46M

+48.4%

Return on Assets

-0.74%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

7.76%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$9.75M

-3.6%

Operating Cash Flow

$11.28M

-18.2%

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Questions About RICK

What is the current price of RCI Hospitality?

RCI Hospitality is trading at $27.54 per share.

What is the 52-week range for RCI Hospitality?

Over the past 52 weeks, RCI Hospitality has traded between $20.76 and $38.25.

How much debt does RCI Hospitality have?

As of the most recent reporting period, RCI Hospitality reported total debt of $268.26M.

How much cash does RCI Hospitality have on hand?

RCI Hospitality reported $26.40M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is RCI Hospitality’s dividend yield?

RCI Hospitality currently has a dividend yield of 1.09%.

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