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Dollar General Corporation

S&P 500
DG|Consumer Defensive|Discount Stores|$113.29|P/E 17.1|MCap 24.9B|NYSE

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

75/ 100Safe

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.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
34.4%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
21.7%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
15.3%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
9.5xSafe

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
47.1%Caution
Current Ratio
1.1xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
184.7Caution

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
19.0%Safe
Operating Margin
6.1%Warning
Gross Margin
30.4%Caution
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
11.0%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
StableSafe

About 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%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$11,329.00

Annual Income

$236.00

Quarterly Income

$59.00

Monthly Income

$19.67

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is DG's current dividend yield?
Dollar General Corporation (DG) currently has a dividend yield of 2.08%, based on a stock price of $113.29 and an annual dividend of $2.36.
When is DG's next dividend payment date?
DG's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-07 and the next payment date is 2026-04-21. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does DG pay in dividends per year?
Dollar General Corporation paid $2.36 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has DG been increasing its dividend?
Dollar General Corporation has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 11.01% and a 10-year CAGR of 10.37%.
Is DG's dividend safe?
Dollar General Corporation has a payout ratio of 34.45%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 21.71%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is DG's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Dollar General Corporation's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for consumer defensive companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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