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Dollar General Surges 30% in 52 Weeks, Beats S&P 500
13 Nov
Summary
- Dollar General's market cap is $22.1 billion
- DG stock up 30.5% in 52 weeks, outpacing S&P 500's 14% gain
- Company raised annual EPS forecast to $5.80 - $6.30
As of November 13, 2025, Dollar General Corporation (DG), a leading discount retailer in the United States, has seen its stock price soar over the past year. With a market capitalization of $22.1 billion, the Goodlettsville, Tennessee-based company has outperformed the broader market, with its shares increasing by 30.5% over the past 52 weeks, compared to a 14% gain in the S&P 500 Index.
Moreover, Dollar General's stock has surged 32.4% on a year-to-date basis, significantly outpacing the S&P 500's 16.2% increase. The company's strong performance can be attributed to its focus on offering a wide range of low-priced merchandise across consumables, seasonal items, home products, and apparel, primarily serving customers in the southern, southwestern, midwestern, and eastern regions of the U.S.
In the most recent quarter, Dollar General reported better-than-expected earnings and revenue, prompting the company to raise its annual EPS forecast to $5.80 - $6.30. This move reflects the retailer's confidence in its same-day delivery partnerships and store remodel initiatives, which are expected to drive continued growth in the coming year.
