Dollar General could be poised to beat earnings estimates in its next quarterly report, according to Zacks Investment Research. The discount retailer has topped consensus estimates in its last two quarters, delivering an average surprise of 12.85%. For the most recent quarter, it reported $2 per share versus the $1.89 estimate, and in the prior quarter it posted $1.93 per share against a $1.61 consensus. The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) and a positive Earnings ESP of +1.61%, a combination that Zacks research indicates produces a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time. Dollar General's next earnings report is expected on August 27, 2026.
Dollar General CorporationZacks ESP and Rank suggest likely earnings beat