Dollar General Corporation (DG)

Currency in USD
134.25
-3.27(-2.38%)
Closed·
134.250.00(0.00%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
133.88137.20
52 wk Range
66.43138.46
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
137.52
Open
137.18
Day's Range
133.88-137.2
52 wk Range
66.43-138.46
Volume
2.34M
Average Volume (3m)
3.54M
1-Year Change
79.91%
Book Value / Share
37.19
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
131.89
Downside
-1.76%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
RSI suggests the stock is in overbought territory
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Technical Analysis

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

Dollar General 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 Q3/2026

  • Dollar General reported Q3 2025 EPS of $1.28, beating forecasts by 36.17%, with revenue of $10.6 billion (up 4.6% YoY) slightly missing expectations, driving stock up 10%
  • Gross profit margin increased 107 basis points to 29.9%, while operating profit rose 31.5% to $425.9 million, demonstrating strong operational efficiency
  • Same-store sales grew 2.5%, driven by increased customer traffic, with notable growth in non-consumable categories and digital sales
  • Management raised FY2025 guidance, projecting net sales growth of 4.7-4.9%, same-store sales growth of 2.5-2.7%, and EPS between $6.30-$6.50
  • Company announced aggressive expansion with plans to open 450 new stores in 2026, focusing on rural markets where CEO Todd Vasos stated 'We own Rural America'
Last Updated: 04-12-2025, 08:50 pm
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Compare DG to Peers and Sector

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P/E Ratio
23.1x21.9x11.8x
PEG Ratio
−5.361.270.03
Price/Book
3.6x2.4x1.5x
Price / LTM Sales
0.7x0.5x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
−5.5%40.3%21.4%
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 131.89
(-1.76% Downside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Evercore ISI
Hold135.00+0.56%130.00Maintain23-12-2025
Wells Fargo
Hold125.00-6.89%115.00Maintain19-12-2025
JPMorgan
Buy166.00+23.65%-Upgrade15-12-2025
Truist Securities
Hold129.00-3.91%-Maintain09-12-2025
Guggenheim
Buy140.00+4.28%125.00Maintain08-12-2025

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 5.79%
Dividend Yield
1.76%
Industry Median 1.56%
Annualised payout
2.36
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+11.01%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Dec 04, 2025
EPS / Forecast
1.28 / 0.94
Revenue / Forecast
10.60B / 10.62B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

DG Income Statement

FAQ

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

The Dollar General stock price today is 134.25.

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 1.76%.

What Is the Dollar General Market Cap?

As of today, Dollar General market cap is 29.55B.

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

The Dollar General EPS (TTM) is 5.79.

When Is the Next Dollar General Earnings Date?

Dollar General will release its next earnings report on 11 Mar 2026.

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 23 Dec 2025, Dollar General (DG) is trading at a price of 134.25, with a previous close of 137.52. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 133.88 to 137.20, while its 52-week range spans from 66.43 to 138.46.

What Is Dollar General (DG) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Dollar General is USD131.89286, with a high estimate of USD166 and a low estimate of USD80. 12 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an -1.76% Downside potential.

What Is the DG Premarket Price?

DG's last pre-market stock price is 137.17. The pre-market share volume is 1,240.00, and the stock has decreased by -0.35, or -0.25%.
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