Dollar General Gains 2.22% as Daily Trading Volume Ranks 372nd

On August 6, 2025, Dollar General Corporation (DG) closed with a 2.22% gain, trading at $113.06. The stock saw a volume of $320 million, placing it 372nd in daily trading activity. Despite the rise, the stock’s after-hours price dipped slightly, reflecting mixed short-term sentiment.

Dollar General’s performance was influenced by broader market dynamics. The company’s recent financial metrics, including a trailing P/E ratio of 21.16 and a 2.80% profit margin, highlight its position in the discount retail sector. While the stock outperformed the S&P 500’s 0.73% gain in the session, its 52-week range (66.43–126.98) suggests lingering volatility amid competitive pressures in the retail space.

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