Dollar General Corporation
S&P 500Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32
Dividend Safety Rating
DG's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 34.4% earnings payout ratio & 21.7% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 6.1% operating margin & Volatile profit margin stability. The dividend has been growing at a 11.01% 5-year CAGR.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 34.4%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 21.7%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 15.3%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
Risks
- Operating Margin: 6.1%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
- Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.
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Very SafeAbout Dollar General Corporation
Dollar General is a discount retailer operating a network of general merchandise stores across the United States, serving cost-conscious consumers seeking everyday low prices. The company offers a wide range of products including consumables such as paper products and cleaning supplies, packaged foods like cereals and canned goods, perishables including fresh produce and dairy, health and beauty aids, basic apparel, housewares, and seasonal items sourced from trusted national brands and private label offerings. Dollar General has expanded its business model to include grocery delivery services through partnerships with platforms like DoorDash and Uber Eats, providing 1-hour delivery options particularly appealing to rural customers. The retailer also operates Dollar General Market format stores featuring expanded fresh grocery assortments. Founded in 1939 and headquartered in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, Dollar General serves as a neighborhood general store focused on making shopping hassle-free and affordable for diverse income brackets, positioning itself as a beneficiary of value-seeking consumer behavior across economic conditions.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
2.08%
Annual Dividend
$2.36
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
34.45%
FCF Payout Ratio
21.71%
Stock Price
$113.29
52-Week Range
$86.25 – $158.23
Dividend History (2016–2025)
DG annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
DG earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
April 7, 2026
Last Payment Date
April 21, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
-3.42%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
11.01%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
10.37%
3-Year Total Growth
-9.92%
5-Year Total Growth
68.57%
10-Year Total Growth
168.18%
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