Dollar General Declares $0.59 Quarterly Dividend

Retailer's dividend represents a 1.7% yield on an annualized basis.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 11:11pm

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Dollar General Corporation (NYSE:DG) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.59 per share, payable on April 21, 2026 to shareholders of record on April 7, 2026. This represents a c) dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.7%. The ex-dividend date is April 7, 2026.

Why it matters

Dollar General's dividend announcement signals the company's continued financial strength and commitment to returning capital to shareholders. As a major discount retailer, Dollar General's performance is closely watched as an indicator of consumer spending trends, especially in more price-sensitive markets.

The details

The $0.59 quarterly dividend represents a 0.1% average annual increase in Dollar General's payout over the last three years. The company's dividend payout ratio of 37.9% indicates its earnings can sufficiently cover the dividend, and analysts expect the payout ratio to remain sustainable at 39.5% next year.

  • The dividend will be paid on April 21, 2026 to shareholders of record on April 7, 2026.
  • The ex-dividend date is April 7, 2026.

The players

Dollar General Corporation

A U.S.-based variety and discount retailer operating a large network of small-format stores that serve primarily rural and suburban communities.

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The takeaway

Dollar General's consistent dividend growth and sustainable payout ratio demonstrate the company's financial discipline and commitment to shareholder returns, even as it navigates a challenging retail environment.