Dollar General Corporation (DG)

Currency in USD
133.21
+1.95(+1.49%)
Closed·
133.210.00(0.00%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
130.77133.63
52 wk Range
95.11158.23
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
131.26
Open
131.81
Day's Range
130.77-133.63
52 wk Range
95.11-158.23
Volume
1.71M
Average Volume (3m)
2.61M
1-Year Change
21.8979%
Book Value / Share
42.11
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Fair Price
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Price Target
138.93
Upside
+4.29%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
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ProTips
Trading at a low P/E ratio relative to near-term earnings growth
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Technical Analysis

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

Analyst Ratings

10 Buy
19 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
30 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 138.93
(+4.29% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Guggenheim
Buy140.00+5.10%-MaintainAug 31, 2026
Morgan Stanley
Hold145.00+8.85%132.00MaintainAug 28, 2026
UBS
Buy168.00+26.12%-MaintainAug 28, 2026
Piper Sandler
Hold123.00-7.66%118.00MaintainAug 28, 2026
BMO Capital
Hold135.00+1.34%120.00MaintainAug 28, 2026

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 Q2/2027

  • Dollar General Q2 FY2026 EPS of $2.48 beat estimates by 24% on revenue of $11.3B; shares surged 6.51% to $130.77 in premarket trading.
  • Same-store sales rose 3.5%, marking fifth consecutive quarter of growth; gross margin expanded 127 bps to 32.6% aided by lower shrink and tariff refunds.
  • Company raised full-year guidance: net sales growth of 4.0%-4.3%, same-store sales growth of 2.5%-2.9%, and EPS of $7.80-$8.00.
  • Dollar General will resume share repurchases in Q3, buying back up to $700M in stock during second half, reflecting improved balance sheet strength.
  • Plans include 2,000 Project Renovate and 2,250 Project Elevate remodels, plus 450 new U.S. store openings and 10 Mexico locations in 2026.
Last Updated: 2026/08/27, 16:24
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Earnings

Latest Release
Aug 27, 2026
EPS / Forecast
2,48 / 2,00
Revenue / Forecast
11,3B / 11,19B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 7.70%
Dividend Yield
1.77%
Industry Median 1.58%
Annualised payout
2.36
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+8.63%
Growth Streak

DG Income Statement

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Metrics to compare
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Peers
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Relationship
P/E Ratio
17.3x16.1x11.4x
PEG Ratio
0.410.200.03
Price/Book
3.2x2.0x1.5x
Price / LTM Sales
0.7x0.6x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
3.6%0.0%22.5%
Fair Value Upside
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Dollar General Corporation, a discount retailer, provides various merchandise products in the southern, southwestern, midwestern, and eastern United States. It 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. The company 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
194000

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
101,53M46,02%13,53B
Other Institutional Investors
120,17M53,98%16,01B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0,000,00%0,00
Total
221,7M100,00%29,53B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.10,41%22 967 0853 059 445
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC7,08%15 627 0352 081 677

FAQ

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

The Dollar General stock price today is 133,21 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Dollar General Trade On?

Dollar General is listed and trades on the New York 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 1.77%.

What Is the Dollar General Market Cap?

As of today, Dollar General market cap is 28,96B USD.

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

The Dollar General EPS (TTM) is 7,70.

When Is the Next Dollar General Earnings Date?

Dollar General will release its next earnings report on Dec 03, 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 194000 employees.

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

As of Sep 05, 2026, Dollar General (DG) is trading at a price of 133,21 USD, with a previous close of 131,26 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 130,77 USD to 133,63 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 95,11 USD to 158,23 USD.

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

The average 12-month price target for Dollar General is 138,93 USD, with a high estimate of 176 USD and a low estimate of 90 USD. 10 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +4,29% Upside potential.

What Is the DG Premarket Price?

DG's last pre-market stock price is 131,02 USD. The pre-market share volume is 1 240,00, and the stock has decreased by -0,24, or -0,18%.
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