Dollar General Shares Rise 1.56 as Trading Volume Dives 41.95 Ranking 384th in Market Activity Amid Updated Earnings Guidance and Analyst Upgrades

On September 2, 2025, Dollar General (DG) traded higher by 1.56%, with a trading volume of 0.29 billion, marking a 41.95% decline from the previous day’s volume and ranking 384th in market activity.

The company updated its FY 2025 earnings guidance, projecting EPS of $5.80–$6.30 against a consensus estimate of $5.77. Revenue guidance was set at $42.4 billion–$42.7 billion, slightly above the $42.4 billion consensus. Analysts from UBS, Citigroup, and Raymond James raised price targets, with UBS upgrading to $135 and Citigroup to $112, while maintaining a “Hold” consensus rating.

Dollar General announced a quarterly dividend of $0.59, yielding 2.1%, and reported Q2 earnings of $1.86 per share, exceeding estimates by $0.30. The firm also highlighted a 5.1% revenue increase to $10.73 billion and a 137-basis-point improvement in gross profit margin, driven by reduced shrink and higher inventory markups.

Insider sales by executives Kathleen Reardon and Emily Taylor reduced their holdings by 13.39% and 4.06%, respectively. Institutional investors, including Thrivent Financial and B. Riley Wealth Advisors, adjusted positions, with 91.77% of shares held by institutions. The stock’s valuation metrics remain stable, with a P/E ratio of 20.43 and a beta of 0.29.

Analysts noted challenges such as rising SG&A expenses and potential consumer spending pressure but emphasized long-term growth through digital initiatives, including expanded delivery partnerships and the DG Media Network. The company’s updated guidance and strong Q2 performance underscore resilience amid retail sector pressures.