Bowl America (BWL-A) Stock Analysis

What Bowl America does

Bowl America, Inc., an enterprise based in Alexandria, Virginia, specializes in managing and operating bowling centers. The company employs 250 full-time staff members. Each of its air-conditioned venues offers a complete array of amenities beyond just bowling, including food and beverage services, game rooms, rentable lockers, and flexible meeting facilities. Customers can rent bowling shoes and utilize provided bowling balls, while also having the option to purchase various retail bowling accessories. These centers cater to a broad audience, from kids to corporate groups and adults, with offerings such as glow-in-the-dark bowling and casual non-league play. As of July 3, 2016, Bowl America and its associated entities operated 18 bowling centers, encompassing a total of 726 lanes. These facilities were strategically located with ten centers in the greater Washington, D.C. area, one in metropolitan Baltimore, Maryland, four in the metropolitan Richmond, Virginia region, and three serving metropolitan Jacksonville, Florida.

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What is the ticker symbol for Bowl America?

Bowl America trades under the ticker BWL-A on AMEX.

Which exchange is BWL-A listed on?

BWL-A is listed on AMEX.

What sector does Bowl America operate in?

Bowl America is classified in the Consumer Cyclical sector (Leisure industry).

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