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Dollar General (NYSE: DG) is expanding its home goods offerings with the launch of celebrity and designer brand collections in its 'Home Valley' section across over 20,000 stores. The new lineup includes partnerships with Kathy Ireland, Betseyville®, Beverly Hills Polo Club®, and Simply Belle.

The ki by kathy ireland® collection features affordable bedding and home items, with throws starting at $12, sheet sets at $15, and 3-piece comforter sets at $35. The collection includes waffle throws, jacquard blankets, comforter sets, quilts, and sheets, with an additional collection planned for fall.

The expansion aligns with DG's non-consumable initiative, focusing on offering quality national brands at affordable prices through a treasure hunt shopping experience.

Dollar General (NYSE:DG) has scheduled its fiscal 2025 second quarter earnings release for August 28, 2025. CEO Todd Vasos and CFO Kelly Dilts will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. CT/9:00 a.m. ET on the same day to discuss the financial results.

The conference call will be accessible via telephone at (877) 407-0890 using conference ID 13755155, and through a live webcast on the company's investor relations website. A replay will be available until September 25, 2025.

As of May 2, 2025, Dollar General operates 20,582 stores across various formats including Dollar General, DG Market, DGX, pOpshelf, and Mi Súper Dollar General in Mexico.

Dollar General (NYSE: DG) has launched its back-to-school campaign featuring over 70 items priced at $1 or less. The retailer is maintaining last year's prices on all core back-to-school items across its 20,582 stores in 48 states.

Key offerings include $5 backpacks, national brands like Crayola®, Elmer's®, and BIC®, and various food promotions. Teachers receive a 30% discount on select stationery through September 6, 2025, and can participate in a social media sweepstakes for a chance to win one of twenty $250 gift cards.

The company is partnering with TeachersList for verified school supply lists and offering additional savings through myDG accounts, including weekly $5 off $25 deals.

Dollar General (NYSE: DG) has announced a new $1 million donation to Feeding America® to mark their fifth-year partnership anniversary. The company has contributed over $5 million and 60 million meals through in-kind donations since the program's pilot in 2019.

The retailer's impact includes donating more than 28 million pounds of food in 2024 and surpassing 50 million meals in February 2025. With approximately 75% of the U.S. population living within five miles of a DG store, the company serves over 40% of U.S. counties through product donations. Dollar General has also expanded its health initiatives by offering fresh produce in 6,700+ stores and introducing new Better-For-You products.

Dollar General (NYSE:DG) has announced a call for small businesses interested in becoming vendors or service providers for the company. The application period will run from July 1-21, 2025 through Rangeme.com/dgsbsummit, with virtual meetings scheduled to begin in late August 2025.

The initiative is part of DG's Small Business Development (SBD) Program, which provides certified vendors with resources including the SBD Academy, product discovery support, funding services, and engagement events. The company, which operates over 20,000 stores across 48 continental states, highlighted successful partnerships with small businesses including Black Paper Party, Kiss Products Inc. (2024 Small Business Supplier of the Year), and Milo's Tea Company (2023 and 2025 Small Business Supplier of the Year).

Dollar General (NYSE: DG) has launched extensive summer savings promotions running through Labor Day, featuring price reductions on over 1,000 items storewide. Approximately 40% of items across food, health and wellness, beauty, personal care, and household cleaning departments are discounted.

The retailer is offering multiple promotional events including a 'WOW Wednesday' special on July 2, a '7 Days of Savings' event (July 6-12) with up to 50% off daily featured items, weekday $5 off $25 digital coupons, and back-to-school deals including 30% off digital coupons for teachers. The company recently reduced prices on about 200 products and maintains approximately 2,000 items at or below the $1 price point.

Dollar General (NYSE: DG) has extended its partnership with the American Red Cross Disaster Responder Program through a $250,000 donation to support disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. The company has contributed over $11 million to the Red Cross since 2001 through corporate donations and in-store collections.

The announcement follows DG's $1 million donation after Hurricanes Helene and Milton in October 2024. The company also partners with World Central Kitchen, Feeding America, and Kids In Need Foundation for disaster relief. As of May 2, 2025, Dollar General operates 20,582 stores across various formats in the United States and Mexico.

Dollar General (NYSE: DG) is expanding its home decor offerings by introducing celebrity and name-brand collections in its 'Home Valley' section across 20,000+ stores. The launch features collaborations with notable brands including ki by kathy ireland®, Betseyville®, Beverly Hills Polo Club®, Simply Belle by Simply Southern®, and Nicole Miller®. The kathy ireland collection, launching summer 2025, includes affordable bedding and home items with throws starting at $12, sheet sets at $15, and 3-piece comforter sets at $35. The expansion includes seasonal throws, sheets, hydration items, and Farberware® flatware, aimed at providing customers with quality, affordable products from recognizable national brands through a treasure hunt shopping experience.

Dollar General (DG) reported strong Q1 2025 financial results, with net sales increasing 5.3% to $10.4 billion and same-store sales growing 2.4%. The company's diluted EPS rose 7.9% to $1.78, while operating profit increased 5.5% to $576.1 million. Cash flows from operations saw a significant 27.6% increase to $847.2 million. The company raised its fiscal year 2025 guidance, now expecting net sales growth of 3.7-4.7% and same-store sales growth of 1.5-2.5%. Dollar General plans to execute 4,885 real estate projects in 2025, including opening 575 new U.S. stores and 15 in Mexico. The Board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.59 per share. The company noted potential uncertainty regarding tariff impacts for the remainder of the year but maintains a positive outlook on its ability to create long-term shareholder value.