Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) Q1 2025 Earnings Call | 5/29/2025

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Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) delivered a strong Q1 2025, reporting earnings per share (EPS) of $1.78—up 7.9% from last year and well above analyst expectations. Net sales increased 5.3% year-over-year to $10.44 billion, fueled by robust growth across all major categories and the opening of 156 new stores. Same-store sales rose 2.4%, driven by a 2.7% increase in average transaction value, partially offset by a slight dip in traffic. Gross margin improved 78 basis points to 31.0%, reflecting lower shrink and higher inventory markups. Operating profit climbed 5.5% to $576.1 million, and net income reached $391.9 million. Cash flow from operations surged 27.6% to $847 million. The company maintained its quarterly dividend at $0.59 per share and ended the quarter with a 7% reduction in average per-store inventory, supporting efficiency and profitability. Dollar General raised its full-year 2025 guidance, now projecting: Net sales growth of 3.7%–4.7% (up from 3.4%–4.4%) Same-store sales growth of 1.5%–2.5% EPS in the range of $5.20–$5.80 CEO Todd Vasos highlighted gains in both core and new customer segments, with value-seeking higher-income shoppers fueling market share growth. The company plans to open 575 new stores this year and continues to invest in store improvements and operational initiatives to drive long-term value. About Inside Ticker: For more expert analysis and real-time updates on Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) and other market movers, follow Inside Ticker and visit InsideTicker.com for in-depth reports, financial insights, and the latest news on leading companies. #DollarGeneral #DG #EarningsCall #Q12025 #RetailStocks #DiscountStores #StockMarket #Investing #InsideTicker