
Dollar General Corp
NYSE:DG

ROE
Return on Equity
ROE, or Return on Equity, is a key financial ratio that measures a company's profitability. Specifically, it measures how many dollars of profit are generated for each dollar of shareholder's equity. A higher ROE indicates better financial performance and effective use of capital, making it a valuable metric for investors assessing a company's earning potential.
ROE Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap | ROE | ||
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US |
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Dollar General Corp
NYSE:DG
|
25B USD |
16%
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|
AU |
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Wesfarmers Ltd
ASX:WES
|
95.9B AUD |
30%
|
|
US |
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Target Corp
NYSE:TGT
|
42.5B USD |
29%
|
|
CA |
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Dollarama Inc
TSX:DOL
|
49.1B CAD |
149%
|
|
US |
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Dollar Tree Inc
NASDAQ:DLTR
|
20.8B USD |
-47%
|
|
JP |
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Pan Pacific International Holdings Corp
TSE:7532
|
2.8T JPY |
17%
|
|
JP |
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Ryohin Keikaku Co Ltd
TSE:7453
|
1.6T JPY |
17%
|
|
CA |
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Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd
TSX:CTC.A
|
9.7B CAD |
15%
|
|
US |
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Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc
NASDAQ:OLLI
|
7.1B USD |
13%
|
|
CN |
M
|
MINISO Group Holding Ltd
HKEX:9896
|
43.2B HKD |
27%
|
|
AU |
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Harvey Norman Holdings Ltd
ASX:HVN
|
6.9B AUD |
9%
|
Dollar General Corp
Glance View
Dollar General Corp. has crafted a significant niche within the vast tapestry of American retail, weaving a narrative of accessibility and convenience. Founded in 1939, the company has flourished by planting its stores strategically in rural and suburban landscapes, often where larger big-box retailers do not tread. This geographic positioning allows Dollar General to offer a breadth of household goods, food products, and apparel to communities seeking affordability without compromising on familiar brands. The model hinges on a lean operational strategy; small-format stores, efficient supply chain practices, and a deep understanding of customer needs have enabled Dollar General to keep costs low. The stores offer a mix of national brands and private label options, ensuring customers have choices that fit their budgets. Monetizing this approach, the company capitalizes on a high-volume, low-margin business model—earning profits through careful inventory management and leveraging economies of scale. Each new store opening feeds into a cycle of growth, further reducing distribution costs and improving product margins. Dollar General’s adept use of data analytics provides insights into shopping trends, steering inventory selections toward what sells best in each location. This nuanced understanding of consumer behavior is instrumental in maximizing sales per square foot, a key metric of success in retail. Dollar General’s story is one of strategic simplicity, offering value to customers while maintaining a tight grip on its operating expenses, thus ensuring steady profitability in an often unpredictable retail environment.

See Also
ROE, or Return on Equity, is a key financial ratio that measures a company's profitability. Specifically, it measures how many dollars of profit are generated for each dollar of shareholder's equity. A higher ROE indicates better financial performance and effective use of capital, making it a valuable metric for investors assessing a company's earning potential.
Based on Dollar General Corp's most recent financial statements, the company has ROE of 16%.