Dollar General Corporation (DG)

NYSE
Currency in USD
111.68
-0.16(-0.14%)
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After Hours
112.50+0.82(+0.73%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
111.30113.10
52 wk Range
66.43135.46
Key Statistics
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Prev. Close
111.84
Open
112.18
Day's Range
111.3-113.1
52 wk Range
66.43-135.46
Volume
2.32M
Average Volume (3m)
4.43M
1-Year Change
-10.02%
Book Value / Share
35.03
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Price Target
114.73
Upside
+2.73%
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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


Value Retail Leade
Dollar General's strategic positioning in the discount retail sector capitalizes on consumer trade-down trends and inflationary pressures, driving growth potential
Operational Turnaround
Explore Dollar General's "back to basics" approach, focusing on pricing alignment, remodels, and operational efficiency to enhance profitability and market competitiveness
Market Expansion
Learn how potential Family Dollar store closures could boost Dollar General's market share, particularly in rural areas, presenting opportunities for strategic acquisitions
Financial Outlook
Analysts project price targets ranging from $100 to $110, with expectations of accelerated EPS growth as the company addresses operational challenges and enhances ROIC
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Dollar General Corporation Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Dollar General Q1 2025 EPS of $1.78 beat expectations by 21.9%, revenue reached $10.4 billion, up 5.3% YoY
  • Stock surged 9.61% pre-market; same-store sales grew 2.4%, indicating strong consumer demand
  • Company plans to open 575 new stores in 2025, targets 20% annual store base renovation
  • FY2025 guidance: net sales growth 3.7-4.7%, same-store sales up 1.5-2.5%, EPS $5.20-$5.80
  • CEO confident in strategy, CFO highlights operational improvements; economic uncertainty remains a key risk
Last Updated: 2025-06-03, 10:40 a/m
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P/E Ratio
21.3x21.4x11.8x
PEG Ratio
−0.900.260.03
Price/Book
3.2x3.4x1.5x
Price / LTM Sales
0.6x0.6x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
3.0%16.2%18.3%
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 114.73
(+2.73% Upside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 5.25%
Dividend Yield
2.11%
Industry Median 0.40%
Annualized payout
2.36
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+12.32%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Jun 03, 2025
EPS / Forecast
1.78 / 1.46
Revenue / Forecast
10.44B / 10.25B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

DG Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the Dollar General (DG) Stock Price Today?

The Dollar General stock price today is 111.68

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."

Does Dollar General Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Dollar General dividend yield is 2.11%.

What Is the Dollar General Market Cap?

As of today, Dollar General market cap is 24.58B.

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

The Dollar General EPS (TTM) is 5.25.

When Is the Next Dollar General Earnings Date?

Dollar General will release its next earnings report on Aug 28, 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 Buy.

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 Jun 14, 2025, Dollar General (DG) is trading at a price of 111.68, with a previous close of 111.84. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 111.30 to 113.10, while its 52-week range spans from 66.43 to 135.46.
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