Dollar General Corporation (DG)

Currency in USD
99.22
+0.55(+0.56%)
Closed·
98.00-1.22(-1.23%)
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Prominent player in the Consumer Staples Distribution & Retail industry
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Fair Value
Day's Range
98.10100.53
52 wk Range
66.43117.95
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
98.67
Open
99
Day's Range
98.1-100.53
52 wk Range
66.43-117.95
Volume
2.97M
Average Volume (3m)
3.04M
1-Year Change
20.34%
Book Value / Share
36.41
Fair Value
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Fair Price
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Price Target
120.54
Upside
+21.48%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Liquid assets exceed short term obligations
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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Neutral

Dollar General Corporation Company Profile

Dollar General Corporation, a discount retailer, provides various merchandise products in the southern, southwestern, midwestern, and eastern United States. The company offers consumable products, including paper towels, bath tissues, paper dinnerware, trash and storage bags, disinfectants, and laundry products; packaged food, such as cereals, pasta, canned soups, canned meats, fruits and vegetables, condiments, spices, sugar, and flour; and perishables, including milk, eggs, bread, refrigerated and frozen food, beer, wine, and produce; candy, cookies, crackers, salty snacks, and carbonated beverages; over-the-counter medicines and personal care products including soap, body wash, shampoo, cosmetics, dental hygiene and foot care products; pet supplies and pet food; and tobacco products. It also provides seasonal products comprising holiday items, toys, batteries, small electronics, greeting cards, stationery, prepaid phones and accessories, gardening supplies, hardware, automotive, and home office supplies; home products include kitchen supplies, cookware, small appliances, light bulbs, storage containers, frames, candles, craft supplies and kitchen, and bed and bath soft goods; and apparel products for infants, toddlers, girls, boys, women and men, as well as socks, underwear, disposable diapers, shoes and accessories. The company was formerly known as J.L. Turner & Son, Inc. and changed its name to Dollar General Corporation in 1968. Dollar General Corporation was founded in 1939 and is based in Goodlettsville, Tennessee.

Employees
194200

Dollar General Corporation SWOT Analysis


Strategic Resilience
Dollar General's "back to basics" approach aims to realign pricing and capitalize on consumer trade-down trends, showcasing adaptability in a challenging retail landscape.
Market Opportunities
Potential Family Dollar store closures present growth prospects for Dollar General, particularly in rural areas where it maintains a strong foothold.
Financial Outlook
Analysts project EPS growth with estimates of $5.80 for FY1 and $6.80 for FY2, while price targets range from $80 to $135 per share.
Competitive Edge
Explore how Dollar General's limited tariff exposure and focus on value offerings position it advantageously in the current economic climate.
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Dollar General Corporation Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • Dollar General beats Q2 2025 forecasts: EPS of $1.86 (+18.47% surprise), revenue of $10.73B, stock up 2.52% pre-market to $114
  • Net sales up 5.1% to $10.7B, same-store sales grew 2.8%, operating profit increased 8.3% to $595M, gross margin up 137 bps to 31.3%
  • Raised 2025 guidance: net sales growth 4.3-4.8%, same-store sales growth 2.1-2.6%, EPS $5.80-$6.30
  • Strategic focus on shrink reduction, digital delivery expansion; potential Q4 consumer spending pressure noted as challenge
  • CEO Todd Bezos emphasizes commitment to serving customers as 'America's Neighborhood General Store' in 20,000+ locations
Last Updated: 28/08/2025, 15:36
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P/E Ratio
18.3x19.3x12.2x
PEG Ratio
−1.150.740.03
Price/Book
2.7x2.9x1.5x
Price / LTM Sales
0.5x0.5x1.0x
Upside (Analyst Target)
21.0%33.9%19.5%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

12 Buy
19 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
31 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 120.54
(+21.48% Upside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 5.40%
Dividend Yield
2.38%
Industry Median 1.56%
Annualised payout
2.36
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+11.65%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Aug 28, 2025
EPS / Forecast
1.86 / 1.57
Revenue / Forecast
10.73B / 10.68B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

DG Income Statement

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FAQ

What Stock Exchange Does Dollar General Trade On?

Dollar General is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Dollar General?

The stock symbol for Dollar General is "DG."

What Is the Dollar General Market Cap?

As of today, Dollar General market cap is 21.84B.

What Is Dollar General's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Dollar General EPS (TTM) is 5.40.

When Is the Next Dollar General Earnings Date?

Dollar General will release its next earnings report on 03 Dec 2025.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is DG a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Dollar General Stock Split?

Dollar General has split 19 times.

How Many Employees Does Dollar General Have?

Dollar General has 194200 employees.

What is the current trading status of Dollar General (DG)?

As of 11 Oct 2025, Dollar General (DG) is trading at a price of 99.22, with a previous close of 98.67. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 98.10 to 100.53, while its 52-week range spans from 66.43 to 117.95.
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