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Dollar General Lifts Guidance After 3.5% Sales Gain

8/31/2026

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  • Dollar General reported comparable-store sales rose 3.5%, prompting an upward revision of its annual guidance.
  • Store traffic increased 2% for the fifth consecutive quarter.
  • Value Valley aisles posted comparable sales growth of over 16% last quarter.
  • Dollar General will expand Value Valley sections to more than 9,000 stores.
  • CEO Todd Vasos said higher fuel prices force customers to prioritize value and affordability.