DG is Dollar General Corporation (Consumer Defensive). Trading at $118.94. Current dividend yield: 1.98%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $2.36 |
| Current yield | 1.98% |
| Payment frequency | Quarterly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Oct 06, 2026(in 2 days) |
| Next payment (declared) | Oct 20, 2026 · $0.5900 |
| Most recent payment date | Jul 21, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.5900 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | 11.01% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | -3.42% |
| Payout ratio | 31% |
| Market cap | $26.24B |
| Exchange | NYQ |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-06 | $0.5900 |
| 2026-07-07 | $0.5900 |
| 2026-04-07 | $0.5900 |
| 2026-01-06 | $0.5900 |
| 2025-10-07 | $0.5900 |
| 2025-07-08 | $0.5900 |
| 2025-04-08 | $0.5900 |
| 2025-01-07 | $0.5900 |
Price chart & technicals
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About DG
Since its beginning in 1939, Dollar General has grown to become the largest dollar store operator in the United States, with more than 20,000 small-box discount stores across 48 states. The firm generated over $42 billion in fiscal 2025 sales. The retailer maintains a heavy concentration of stores in rural and low-income markets underserved by big-box retailers. Its 11,000 stock-keeping units, including 2,000 priced at $1 or less, span consumables (82% of sales), seasonal items (10%), home products (5%), and apparel (3%). More than 20% of sales are derived from private label.
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Frequently asked
What is DG's dividend yield?
DG (Dollar General Corporation) currently has a dividend yield of 1.98%, which works out to about $2.36 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is DG's next ex-dividend date?
DG's next ex-dividend date is Oct 06, 2026 (in 2 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did DG last pay a dividend?
DG's most recent dividend payment date was Jul 21, 2026.
How often does DG pay dividends?
DG pays dividends on a quarterly schedule.
How fast is DG growing its dividend?
DG has been shrinking its dividend at a -3.42% 3-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR). CAGR smooths year-to-year noise into a single average growth rate.
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