AlphaStocks
6.5
Consider Buy

DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG)

Consumer Staples / Consumer Staples Merchandise Retail

S&P 500

$116.41

Middle of the pack. No strong signal either way.

Consider Buy

Score based on 5 of 5 models — high confidence

#135out of 1126 in Consumer Staples

Is DOLLAR GENERAL CORP a Good Investment in 2026?

DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) scores 6.5 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Consider Buy rating. The Piotroski model rates DOLLAR GENERAL CORP as Strong (7/9). However, the Graham model rates it Caution — 51% above fair value. DOLLAR GENERAL CORP currently trades below its estimated fair value of $166, suggesting potential upside. DOLLAR GENERAL CORP ranks #135 out of 1126 stocks in the Consumer Staples sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E17ROE18.1Market Cap26BDiv Yield2.0

Estimated Fair Value

$166.3530% below

Fair value above market price. EPS grew 34% year-over-year. P/E of 17x is moderate for this quality level.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Strong

7/9

Buffett

Strong

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Caution

51% above fair value

Lynch

Neutral

PEG 1.5 · Stalwart

Greenblatt

Neutral

Bottom half (rank 64%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) a good investment?
Based on AlphaStocks' composite analysis, DOLLAR GENERAL CORP (DG) scores 6.5 out of 10, earning a Consider Buy rating. This is a middle-of-the-pack score with no strong signal either way. Fair value above market price. EPS grew 34% year-over-year. P/E of 17x is moderate for this quality level.
What is DOLLAR GENERAL CORP's Piotroski F-Score?
DOLLAR GENERAL CORP's Piotroski F-Score status is Strong. The raw score is 7/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is DG overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $166, DG appears undervalued. The stock currently trades 30% below its estimated fair value. Fair value above market price. EPS grew 34% year-over-year. P/E of 17x is moderate for this quality level.
How does DG compare to other Consumer Staples stocks?
DOLLAR GENERAL CORP ranks #135 out of 1126 stocks in the Consumer Staples sector, placing it in the top 12% of its sector by composite score. This is a strong position relative to sector peers.
What do investment models say about DG?
AlphaStocks evaluates DG using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Strong; Buffett: Strong; Graham: Caution; Lynch: Neutral; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Neutral. These models are combined into a single composite score of 6.5/10.

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