DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) Factsheet
DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2025-12-04. Data as of Q2 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 7.1%. FCF margin 5.1%. D/E 0.5x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-04.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 7.1% | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | 5.1% | Healthy cash flow |
| Debt/Equity | 0.5x | Moderate leverage |
ROIC 7.1% — Bottom 50% of sector peers. FCF margin 5.1% — Top 50%.
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Profitability: DOLLAR GENERAL CORP earns 7.1% ROIC, Bottom 50% in Consumer Discretionary
ROIC TTM 7.1%, sector median 7.7%, Bottom 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 4.0% × asset turnover 1.4x. Gross margin 30.8%. Operating margin 5.3%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-04.
| Metric | DG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 7.1% | Warning | Below sector median of 7.7% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 19.0% | Good | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Gross Margin | 30.8% | Good | Competitive pricing environment |
| Operating Margin | 5.3% | Adequate | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: DOLLAR GENERAL CORP generates $2.2B FCF at 5.1% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $2.2B. FCF margin 5.1%, Top 50%. OCF/Net income 2.2x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-04.
| Metric | DG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 5.1% | Adequate | Healthy cash generation |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $2.2B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 2.2x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: DOLLAR GENERAL CORP at 0.5x leverage
Debt/Equity 0.5x. Total debt $4.6B, cash & investments $1.4B. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-04.
| Metric | DG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.5x | Good | Moderate leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $-3.2B | Warning | Net debt position |
Valuation: DOLLAR GENERAL CORP trades at 16.3x earnings
P/E 16.3x. EV/Sales 0.7x. FCF yield 8.6%. Dividend yield 2.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-04.
| Metric | DG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 16.3x | Adequate | Reasonable valuation |
| EV/Sales | 0.7x | Excellent | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 8.6% | Excellent | Attractive cash return |
| Dividend Yield | 2.0% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: DOLLAR GENERAL CORP returns 2.0% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 2.0% (div 2.0%). Capital returned $519.8M TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-04.
| Metric | DG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 2.0% | Adequate | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $519.8M | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 7.1% | Bottom 50% | 0.9x below |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 5.1% | Top 50% | 2.2x above |
| Gross Margin | 30.8% | Bottom 50% | 0.8x below |
| Operating Margin | 5.3% | Top 50% | 1.2x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 19.0% | Top 50% | 1.8x above |
| P/E Ratio | 16.3x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | DG | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 7.1% | Warning | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 7.7%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 5.1% | Adequate | Top 50% of sector (median: 2.4%) |
| Gross Margin | 30.8% | Good | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 38.7%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 51.8% | Good | Moderate leverage |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 16.3x | Adequate | Fair value |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 8.6% | Excellent | High cash return |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is DOLLAR GENERAL CORP's Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 7.1%. Sector median 7.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-04.
Q: What is DOLLAR GENERAL CORP's Free Cash Flow Margin?
DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) has a free cash flow margin of 5.1%, generating $2.2 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-04.
Q: What is DOLLAR GENERAL CORP's P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) trades at a P/E ratio of 16.3x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 0.7x. FCF yield 8.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-04.
Q: Does DOLLAR GENERAL CORP pay a dividend?
DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) currently pays a dividend yield of 2.0%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 2.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-04.
Q: How much debt does DOLLAR GENERAL CORP have?
DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.5x with total debt of $4.6 billion. Net debt $3.2 billion. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-04.
Q: What is DOLLAR GENERAL CORP's revenue and earnings growth?
DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) grew revenue by 4.7% year-over-year. EPS +34.9% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-04.
Q: How does DOLLAR GENERAL CORP compare to competitors in Consumer Discretionary?
Compared to other companies in Consumer Discretionary, DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) shows: ROIC 7.1%, sector median 7.7% (Bottom 50%). FCF margin 5.1%, sector median 2.4% (Top 50%). Gross margin 30.8%, 7.9pp below sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Consumer Discretionary companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with DOLLAR GENERAL CORP?
No quantitative warning flags fired for DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-12-04.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2025-12-04. TTM metrics as of Q2 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.