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Dollar General (DG) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$116.39 +1.59 (+1.38%)
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Dollar General - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
1
Hold
18
Buy
10

Based on 29 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Dollar General in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Hold." Out of the 29 analysts, 1 has given a sell rating, 18 have given a hold rating, and 10 have given a buy rating for DG.

Consensus Price Target

$131.27
12.79% Upside
According to the 29 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Dollar General, the average price target is $131.27. The highest price target for DG is $170.00, while the lowest price target for DG is $90.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 12.79% from the current price of $116.39.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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DG Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
6/15/25 to 6/15/26
1 Month Ago
5/16/25 to 5/16/26
3 Months Ago
3/17/25 to 3/17/26
1 Year Ago
6/15/24 to 6/15/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
10 Buy rating(s)
13 Buy rating(s)
14 Buy rating(s)
12 Buy rating(s)
Hold
18 Hold rating(s)
15 Hold rating(s)
15 Hold rating(s)
15 Hold rating(s)
Sell
1 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$131.27$145.00$145.33$110.00
Forecasted Upside12.79% Upside41.41% Upside11.04% Upside-1.42% Downside
Consensus RatingHoldHoldHoldHold

DG Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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DG Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.
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Dollar General Stock vs. The Competition

TypeDollar GeneralRetail/Wholesale CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
2.31
2.15
2.52
Consensus RatingHoldHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside12.79% Upside59.59% Upside13.96% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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Positive News
DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
6/4/2026 Lower TargetNeutral$136.00 ➝ $111.00+5.41%
6/4/2026 Boost TargetHold$110.00 ➝ $114.00+8.26%
6/3/2026
Kelly Bania
Kelly Bania
3 of 5 stars
Lower TargetMarket Perform$135.00 ➝ $120.00+12.38%
6/3/2026 Reiterated RatingOutperform$149.00+39.54%
6/3/2026Lower TargetEqual Weight$150.00 ➝ $132.00+24.67%
6/3/2026Lower TargetNeutral$133.00 ➝ $118.00+10.51%
6/3/2026 Reiterated RatingOutperform$145.00+35.79%
6/3/2026Lower TargetOverweight$151.00 ➝ $148.00+38.60%
6/3/2026Lower TargetNeutral$138.00 ➝ $116.00+9.86%
6/3/2026 Lower TargetNeutral$130.00 ➝ $128.00+21.22%
6/3/2026Lower TargetNeutral$144.00 ➝ $113.00+7.02%
6/3/2026Lower TargetBuy$155.00 ➝ $135.00+27.85%
6/3/2026 Lower TargetHold$141.00 ➝ $125.00+18.38%
6/3/2026 Lower Target$145.00 ➝ $140.00+32.59%
6/3/2026Lower TargetBuy$160.00 ➝ $140.00+32.59%
6/3/2026Boost TargetHold$110.00 ➝ $115.00+7.70%
6/3/2026Lower TargetMarket Perform$140.00 ➝ $125.00+17.06%
6/2/2026Boost TargetHold$109.00 ➝ $114.00+6.76%
6/2/2026 DowngradeStrong-BuyHold
5/29/2026Lower TargetOutperform$170.00 ➝ $150.00+36.70%
5/27/2026Reiterated RatingBuy
5/22/2026 DowngradeBuyHold$140.00 ➝ $110.00+4.35%
5/18/2026 Lower TargetSell$111.00 ➝ $90.00-13.66%
4/10/2026 Reiterated RatingHold (C)
3/13/2026 Reiterated RatingSector Weight
3/12/2026Reiterated RatingOutperform$165.00+20.61%
1/9/2026Boost TargetOverweight$166.00 ➝ $170.00+12.09%
12/19/2025Boost TargetEqual Weight$115.00 ➝ $125.00-8.46%
12/18/2025 Boost TargetBuy$135.00 ➝ $152.00+11.05%
6/4/2025Boost TargetBuy$115.00 ➝ $135.00+19.82%
6/3/2025UpgradeHold
4/8/2025 UpgradeHoldBuy$110.00+19.42%
11/15/2024 Lower Target$98.00 ➝ $94.00+24.04%

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Should I Buy Dollar General Stock? DG Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Thursday, June 11, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these Dollar General pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Dollar General
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Dollar General Co.:

  • The company has demonstrated strong performance with recent quarterly results, showcasing higher same-store sales driven by increased customer traffic, indicating a solid value proposition that resonates with consumers.
  • Dollar General Co. has announced a pilot subscription program for its profitable same-day delivery service, which could enhance revenue streams and improve margins in the e-commerce sector.
  • Recent financial reports indicate that Dollar General Co. has raised its full-year guidance, reflecting confidence in continued growth and profitability, which is a positive signal for investors.
  • The current stock price is around $115, which may present an attractive entry point for investors looking for value in the retail sector.
  • With a dividend yield of approximately 2.1% and a payout ratio of 33.38%, Dollar General Co. offers a reliable income stream for investors, making it appealing for those seeking dividend-paying stocks.

Dollar General
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Dollar General Co. for these reasons:

  • Despite positive recent performance, some analysts have maintained a "Hold" rating with a target price of $115, suggesting that there may not be significant upside potential in the near term.
  • Mixed forecast changes from analysts indicate a cautious outlook for the company's earnings trajectory, which could lead to volatility in stock performance.
  • While the company is recognized as a value stock, it faces competition from other retailers, which may impact its market share and growth potential.
  • High institutional ownership (91.77%) may lead to increased volatility, as large investors can significantly influence stock price movements.
  • Potential economic downturns or shifts in consumer spending habits could adversely affect Dollar General Co.'s sales, making it a riskier investment in uncertain times.

DG Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 29 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Dollar General is $131.27, with a high forecast of $170.00 and a low forecast of $90.00.

29 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Dollar General in the last twelve months. There is currently 1 sell rating, 18 hold ratings and 10 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "hold" DG shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in DG, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.

According to analysts, Dollar General's stock has a predicted upside of 12.79% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, Dollar General's stock had 2 downgrades by analysts.

Analysts like Dollar General more than other "retail/wholesale" companies. The consensus rating score for Dollar General is 2.31 while the average consensus rating score for "retail/wholesale" companies is 2.15. Learn more on how DG compares to other companies.


This page (NYSE:DG) was last updated on 6/15/2026 by MarketBeat.com Staff.
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