Dollar General reported a strong Q1 performance with sales and EPS exceeding expectations, driven by store openings and market share growth across product categories. However, challenges such as a slight decline in customer traffic and uncertainty related to tariffs and increased SG&A expenses were noted. The company remains optimistic about its ability to sustain growth and manage potential challenges.

Company Guidance

During Dollar General's earnings call for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, the company announced a net sales increase of 5.3% to $10.4 billion, driven by the opening of 156 new stores and a same-store sales growth of 2.4%. The company reported a gross profit margin increase of 78 basis points to 31%, primarily due to lower shrink and higher inventory markups. Operating profit rose by 5.5% to $576 million, while EPS increased by 7.9% to $1.78. Dollar General updated its financial outlook for 2025, projecting net sales growth of 3.7% to 4.7%, same-store sales growth of 1.5% to 2.5%, and EPS between $5.20 and $5.80. The guidance reflects consideration of tariff uncertainties and the company's successful mitigation strategies. The company also emphasized its continued investment in Project Renovate and Project Elevate remodels, aiming to enhance the shopping experience and drive mature store performance.

Strong Q1 Performance Exceeds Expectations

Net sales increased by 5.3% to $10.4 billion in Q1, surpassing expectations. Same-store sales rose by 2.4%, with growth in all product categories: consumables, seasonal, home, and apparel.

Record Expansion and Market Share Growth

Opened 156 new stores in Q1 and grew market share in both consumable and non-consumable product sales.

Improved Financial Position

EPS increased by 7.9% to $1.78, and merchandise inventories decreased by 5% year-over-year, improving financial health.

Successful Cost Management

Gross profit margin increased by 78 basis points due to lower shrink and higher inventory markups.

Trade-in Customer Growth

Highest percentage of trade-in customers in four years, with new customers making more trips and spending more.

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DG Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Aug 28, 2025	2025 (Q2)	1.57 / -	1.7	―	―	―
Jun 04, 2025	2025 (Q1)	1.48 / 1.78	1.65	7.88% (+0.13)	―
Mar 13, 2025	2024 (Q4)	1.51 / 1.68	1.83	-8.20% (-0.15)	―
Dec 05, 2024	2024 (Q3)	0.94 / 0.89	1.26	-29.37% (-0.37)	―
Aug 29, 2024	2024 (Q2)	1.79 / 1.70	2.13	-20.19% (-0.43)	―
May 30, 2024	2024 (Q1)	1.58 / 1.65	2.34	-29.49% (-0.69)	―
Mar 14, 2024	2023 (Q4)	1.73 / 1.83	2.96	-38.18% (-1.13)	―
Dec 07, 2023	2023 (Q3)	1.20 / 1.26	2.33	-45.92% (-1.07)	―
Aug 31, 2023	2023 (Q2)	2.47 / 2.13	2.98	-28.52% (-0.85)	―
Jun 01, 2023	2023 (Q1)	2.38 / 2.34	2.41	-2.90% (-0.07)	―

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DG Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
Jun 04, 2025	$112.57	$111.77	-0.71%
Mar 13, 2025	$74.85	$79.95	+6.81%
Dec 05, 2024	$78.88	$78.98	+0.13%
Aug 29, 2024	$122.02	$82.79	-32.15%

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