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DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) Stock Price, Quote, News and Overview

NYSE:DG - New York Stock Exchange, Inc. - US2566771059 - Common Stock - Currency: USD

76.69  +0.56 (+0.74%)

After market: 76.65 -0.04 (-0.05%)

DG Quote, Performance and Key Statistics

DOLLAR GENERAL CORP

NYSE:DG (2/21/2025, 8:13:48 PM)

After market: 76.65 -0.04 (-0.05%)

76.69

+0.56 (+0.74%)

Sector
GICS SectorConsumer Staples
GICS IndustryConsumer Staples Distribution & Retail
GICS IndustryGroupConsumer Staples Distribution & Retail
GICS SubIndustryConsumer Staples Merchandise Retail
Statistics
52 Week High168.07
52 Week Low66.43
Market Cap16.87B
Shares219.93M
Float219.33M
Yearly Dividend2.36
Dividend Yield3.24%
PE12.63
Fwd PE12.59
Earnings (Next)05-28 2025-05-28
IPO11-13 2009-11-13


DG short term performance overview.The bars show the price performance of DG in the last week, last 2 weeks, last month, last 3 and 6 months. 1 week 2 week 1 month 3 months 6 months 0 -10 -20 -30

DG long term performance overview.The bars show the price performance of DG in the last 1, 2 and 3 years. 1 year 2 years 3 years -20 -40 -60

The current stock price of DG is 76.69 USD. In the past month the price increased by 7.51%. In the past year, price decreased by -45.38%.

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DG Competitors/Peers

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BJ BJ'S WHOLESALE CLUB HOLDINGS 23.99 13.41B
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About DG

Company Profile

DG logo image Dollar General Corp. engages in the operation of merchandise stores. The company is headquartered in Goodlettsville, Tennessee and currently employs 185,800 full-time employees. The company went IPO on 2009-11-13. The firm offers merchandise, including consumable items, seasonal items, home products and apparel. Its merchandise includes brands from manufacturers, as well as its own private brand selections with prices at discounts to brands. Its consumables category includes paper and cleaning products, packaged food, perishables, snacks, health and beauty, pet, and tobacco products. Its seasonal products include holiday items, toys, batteries, small electronics, greeting cards, stationery, prepaid phones and accessories, gardening supplies, hardware, automotive and home office supplies. Its home products include kitchen supplies, cookware, small appliances, light bulbs, storage containers, frames, candles, craft supplies and kitchen, bed and bath soft goods. The Company’s apparel products include basic items for infants, toddlers, girls, boys, women and men, as well as socks, underwear, disposable diapers, shoes and accessories.

Company Info

DOLLAR GENERAL CORP

100 Mission Ridge

Goodlettsville TENNESSEE 37072 US

CEO: Todd J. Vasos

Employees: 185800

Company Website: https://www.dollargeneral.com/

Investor Relations: https://investor.dollargeneral.com

Phone: 16158554000

DOLLAR GENERAL CORP / DG FAQ

What is the stock price of DOLLAR GENERAL CORP today?

The current stock price of DG is 76.69 USD. The price increased by 0.74% in the last trading session.


What is the ticker symbol for DOLLAR GENERAL CORP stock?

The exchange symbol of DOLLAR GENERAL CORP is DG and it is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, Inc. exchange.


On which exchange is DG stock listed?

DG stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, Inc. exchange.


What is the price forecast or stock price prediction for DOLLAR GENERAL CORP stock?

40 analysts have analysed DG and the average price target is 89.97 USD. This implies a price increase of 17.32% is expected in the next year compared to the current price of 76.69. Check the DOLLAR GENERAL CORP stock analysts ratings, price target forecast and up-and down grades for more detailed information.


What is DOLLAR GENERAL CORP worth?

DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) has a market capitalization of 16.87B USD. This makes DG a Large Cap stock.


How many employees does DOLLAR GENERAL CORP have?

DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) currently has 185800 employees.


What are the support and resistance levels for DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) stock?

DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) has a support level at 75.29 and a resistance level at 76.7. Check the full technical report for a detailed analysis of DG support and resistance levels.


Is DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) expected to grow?

The Revenue of DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) is expected to grow by 5.02% in the next year. Check the estimates tab for more information on the DG EPS, Sales, EBIT and EBITDA future analyst estimates.


Should I buy DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) stock?

There is no straightforward answer here. It depends on your investment strategy as different types of investors will look at different aspects. In any case it is important to make an informed decision and these pages can help you forming an opinion:


Does DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) stock pay dividends?

DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) has a dividend yield of 3.24%. The yearly dividend amount is currently 2.36. Check the full fundamental report for a detailed analysis of DG dividend history, reliability and sustainability.


When does DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) report earnings?

DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) will report earnings on 2025-05-28.


What is the Price/Earnings (PE) ratio of DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG)?

The PE ratio for DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) is 12.63. This is based on the reported non-GAAP earnings per share of 6.07 and the current share price of 76.69 USD. Check the full fundamental report for a full analysis of the valuation metrics for DG.


What is the Short Interest ratio of DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) stock?

The outstanding short interest for DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) is 5.89% of its float. Check the ownership tab for more information on the DG short interest.


DG Technical Analysis

ChartMill assigns a technical rating of 2 / 10 to DG. When comparing the yearly performance of all stocks, DG is a bad performer in the overall market: 86.01% of all stocks are doing better.


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DG Fundamental Analysis

ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 5 / 10 to DG. DG scores excellent on profitability, but there are some minor concerns on its financial health.


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DG Financial Highlights

Over the last trailing twelve months DG reported a non-GAAP Earnings per Share(EPS) of 6.07. The EPS decreased by -30.15% compared to the year before.


Industry RankSector Rank
PM (TTM) 3.33%
ROA 4.25%
ROE 18.19%
Debt/Equity 0.78
Chartmill High Growth Momentum
EPS Q2Q%-29.37%
Sales Q2Q%5.05%
EPS 1Y (TTM)-30.15%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)2.9%

DG Ownership and Analysts

ChartMill assigns a Buy % Consensus number of 72% to DG. The Buy consensus is the average rating of analysts ratings from 40 analysts.

For the next year, analysts expect an EPS growth of -21.78% and a revenue growth 5.02% for DG


Ownership
Inst Owners95.04%
Ins Owners0.15%
Short Float %5.89%
Short Ratio3.46
Analysts
Analysts71.5
Price Target89.97 (17.32%)
EPS Next Y-21.78%
Revenue Next Year5.02%