GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General Corp. has responded to a persistently challenging operating environment with a number of initiatives, including a change in leadership, intended to restore top-line and bottom-line growth. However, some Wall Street analysts expect that the process may take several quarters in view of the economic pressures on the retailer’s core lower-income
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — In mid-October, Nashville’s downtown skyline shined a bit brighter thanks to the Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF). The Korean War Veterans Memorial Bridge, which arches over the Cumberland River as it winds through Tennessee’s state capital, was illuminated in “DG yellow” to shine a light on the DGLF’s 30th anniversary and its
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.— Dollar General continues to grow their selection of top national brand toys and this week is offering a three day ‘DG Deal Days’ event that includes more than 2,000 toys priced at buy one, get one 75% off, as well as another 2,000 toys priced at buy one, get one 50% off. In
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General is offering a slew of promotions and discounts designed to position its stores as food shopping destinations as well as places to buy household items and affordable gifts this holiday season. “Decked Out in Deals is our way of offering added savings this holiday season that extend beyond our everyday
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — In a major shakeup, Dollar General Corp announced the reappointment of Todd Vasos as chief executive officer, effective immediately. The move, which comes less than a year after Vasos retired, signals the company’s intention to reorient itself and chart a new strategic course. Michael Calbert, Chairman of Dollar General’s Board of Directors,
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General completed its transcontinental expansion last month with the opening of its first store in Montana. “Today marks an exciting milestone in our history as we extend our ability to provide customers with convenient and affordable access to household essentials throughout all 48 continental states,” Steve Deckard, Dollar General’s executive vice
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General completed its transcontinental expansion last month with the opening of its first store in Montana. “Today marks an exciting milestone in our history as we extend our ability to provide customers with convenient and affordable access to household essentials throughout all 48 continental states,” Steve Deckard, Dollar General’s executive vice
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General Corp. has named Rod West executive vice president of global supply chain. The promotion gives West responsibility for the company’s distribution center operations, transportation, supply chain modernization and private fleet. An 18-year veteran with Dollar General, West had been serving as senior vice president of distribution. He has nearly three
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Although Dollar General Corp.’s net sales grew nearly 4% during the second quarter of fiscal 2023, soft sales in higher-margin nonconsumable categories, coupled with escalating merchandise shrink, hammered both operating profit and the bottom line. Management consequently lowered its full-year outlook for sales growth and earnings, but maintained its projected capital expenditure
BLAIR, Neb. — Dollar General on Saturday celebrated the grand opening of a new distribution center in Blair, Neb., that supports both its stores’ nonperishables and fresh food needs. Dollar General describes the Blair distribution center as the company’s first dual facility “combining the efficiencies of traditional and DG Fresh supply chain functionalities” and adds
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Donnie Lau has left his position as senior vice president of finance and chief strategy officer at Dollar General to become chief financial officer at Zaxby’s Franchising LLC, an Athens, Ga.-based chicken restaurant chain with more than 900 locations in 17 states. Lau brings more than 20 years of experience to his
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General is expanding its Clover Valley private label brand with more than 100 new items with more affordable price points and updated packaging. “We have made significant enhancements to our private brands in 2023, and we know how important these value offerings are for our customers,” said Emily Taylor, executive vice