DG — Dollar General Corporation
Dividend Grades
vs Consumer Defensive sector| Metric | DG | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.90% | 3.02% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 11.01% | 4.46% |
| Payout Ratio | 40.8% | 57.4% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 12 | 20 |
| 1Y Total Return | +50.7% | 0.1% |
Grades compare this stock to Consumer Defensive sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
0.00%
3-Year Growth
-3.42%
5-Year Growth
11.01%
10-Year Growth
10.37%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Apr 7, 2026
Next Payment
Apr 21, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Jan 6, 2026
Last Payment
Jan 20, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 7, 2026 | $0.5900 | 0.00% |
| Jan 6, 2026 | $0.5900 | 0.00% |
| Oct 7, 2025 | $0.5900 | 0.00% |
| Jul 8, 2025 | $0.5900 | 0.00% |
| Apr 8, 2025 | $0.5900 | 0.00% |
| Jan 7, 2025 | $0.5900 | 0.00% |
| Oct 8, 2024 | $0.5900 | 0.00% |
| Jul 9, 2024 | $0.5900 | 0.00% |
| Apr 8, 2024 | $0.5900 | 0.00% |
| Jan 8, 2024 | $0.5900 | 0.00% |
| Oct 6, 2023 | $0.5900 | 0.00% |
| Jul 10, 2023 | $0.5900 | 0.00% |
| Apr 10, 2023 | $0.5900 | +7.27% |
| Dec 30, 2022 | $0.5500 | 0.00% |
| Oct 3, 2022 | $0.5500 | 0.00% |
| Jul 1, 2022 | $0.5500 | 0.00% |
| Apr 4, 2022 | $0.5500 | +30.95% |
| Jan 3, 2022 | $0.4200 | 0.00% |
| Oct 4, 2021 | $0.4200 | 0.00% |
| Jul 2, 2021 | $0.4200 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
40.8%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
22.3%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $1.78 | $556.23M |
| Q2 2026 | $1.87 | $564.71M |
| Q3 2026 | $1.28 | $690.43M |
| Q1 2025 | $1.65 | $321.83M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dollar General Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes, Dollar General Corporation (DG) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 1.90%.
What is DG's dividend yield?
DG's current dividend yield is 1.90%. The annual dividend is $2.36.
When is DG's next ex-dividend date?
DG's next ex-dividend date is Apr 7, 2026.
How many years has Dollar General Corporation increased its dividend?
Dollar General Corporation has increased its dividend for 0 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.