Dollar General Stock Price, News & Analysis

Dollar General has launched an enhanced selection of toys for the 2022 holiday season, featuring popular brands like LEGO and Barbie. Starting November 3, customers can benefit from a buy-one, get-one at 75% off on select toys. The company highlights that around 40% of its Christmas offerings are priced at $1 or less. This initiative aims to provide affordable options for families during the holiday shopping period, reflecting Dollar General's commitment to value.

Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) announces the appointment of Jeff Owen as CEO, effective November 1, 2022. Owen, who has nearly 30 years of experience with the company, previously served as Chief Operating Officer since August 2019. He will be replacing Todd Vasos, who will transition to a senior advisory role until April 1, 2023, when he retires. This leadership change comes as Dollar General continues to operate over 18,566 stores across 47 states, offering a variety of low-priced, frequently used products.

Dollar General Literacy Foundation announced over $3 million in grants for nearly 800 schools, libraries, and nonprofits, benefiting 420,000 students. The funding aims to bridge the gap in financial resources for youth education programs by providing essential materials. This initiative emphasizes the Foundation's commitment to improving literacy and education since its inception in 1993, having awarded over $219 million to support 16.1 million individuals. Applications for the 2023 grant cycle will open in January 2023.

Dollar General Corporation (NYSE:DG) announced the pricing of its latest debt offering, including $750 million of 4.250% Senior Notes due 2024, $550 million of 4.625% Senior Notes due 2027, $700 million of 5.000% Senior Notes due 2032, and $300 million of 5.500% Senior Notes due 2052. Proceeds will primarily be used to repay existing debt and for general corporate purposes, including potential stock repurchases. The issuance is expected to occur on September 20, 2022, subject to customary conditions.

Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) announced its participation in the Goldman Sachs 29th Annual Global Retailing Conference on September 7, 2022, at 12:15 p.m. ET. A live webcast will be available at Dollar General's investor site, with a replay accessible until October 7, 2022. As of July 29, 2022, Dollar General operated 18,566 stores across 47 states, providing a range of essential products at low prices. The company has been delivering value for over 80 years.

Dollar General Corporation has announced the promotion of John Garratt to the positions of President and Chief Financial Officer, effective September 1, 2022. Garratt will maintain his role overseeing finance, accounting, strategy, and procurement while expanding his responsibilities to include strategic initiatives for healthcare and international expansion into Mexico. Since joining Dollar General in 2014, Garratt has held various leadership roles, including executive vice president and CFO. The company currently operates 18,566 stores across 47 states.

Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) reported a 9.0% increase in net sales to $9.4 billion for Q2 FY 2022, with diluted EPS rising 10.8% to $2.98. Same-store sales grew 4.6%, primarily from higher transaction amounts, despite declines in apparel and seasonal categories. Gross profit margin improved to 32.3%. The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.55 per share and expanded its share repurchase program by $2 billion. For FY 2022, net sales growth is now projected at approximately 11%. The company plans 1,010 to 1,060 new store openings amid supply chain challenges.

Dollar General (NYSE: DG) announced a $1 million donation to Feeding America on its one-year partnership anniversary, enhancing efforts to combat food insecurity. This donation complements ongoing in-kind contributions from DG stores nationwide. The goal is to provide equitable access to nutritious food, aiming to deliver up to 20 million meals annually. In fiscal 2021, DG contributed over 4.5 million pounds of food, equating to more than 3.7 million meals, and plans to offer fresh produce in 10,000 stores, addressing needs in food deserts.

Dollar General (NYSE: DG) extends its partnership with the American Red Cross with a $250,000 donation to aid recovery efforts in Kentucky after recent floods, alongside an additional $50,000 in product donations. The company also supports over 18,000 stores nationwide in collecting funds for disaster relief. Since 2010, Dollar General has contributed over $6.4 million for disaster recovery efforts across various natural disasters. These actions reinforce its commitment to Serving Others and supporting local communities in need.