Dollar General Corp
1DGX
Company Profile
Business description
Since its beginning in 1939, Dollar General has grown to become the largest dollar store operator in the United States, with more than 20,000 small-box discount stores across 48 states. The firm generated over $42 billion in fiscal 2025 sales. The retailer maintains a heavy concentration of stores in rural and low-income markets underserved by big-box retailers. It’s 11,000 stock-keeping units, including 2,000 priced at $1 or less, span consumables (82% of sales), seasonal items (10%), home products (5%), and apparel (3%). More than 20% of sales are derived from private label.
Contact
100 Mission Ridge
GoodlettsvilleTN37072
USAT: +1 615 855-4000
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Stock type
Defensive
Industry
Discount Stores
Fiscal Year End
31 January 2027
Employees
194,000
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