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NYSE : DG

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DG Stock 12 Month Analyst Forecast

According to evaluations from 51 analysts over the past year, the consensus analyst rating for DG stock is "Hold". The average price target based on the past year stands at $116.20, with estimates ranging from $69.00 to $166.00.

Eps Overview

Growth Next 5yrs
10%
Last Quarter
$1.28
Past Year
$5.79
Growth Past 5yrs
-5.08%
Next Quarter
$1.57
Estimate Next Year
- $0.83

Consensus Rating

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Consensus Price Target

Highest Price Target

$166.00

21.45% Upside

Mean Price Target

$116.20

-14.99% Downside

Lowest Price Target

$69.00

-49.52% Downside

Recent Analyst Ratings

Upgrades, Downgrades, New Coverage

Actual EPS vs Estimated EPS

DG Earnings Per Share (EPS) History

According to financial reports, DG (NYSE: DG) reported an actual EPS of $1.28 for the quarter ending on Dec 04, 2025, compared to an estimated $0.945, resulting in a 35.45% surprise. In the prior quarter (Aug 28, 2025), DG recorded an actual EPS of $1.86 with a 17.72% surprise. See DG's full earnings history.

Earnings History

EPS Surprise Factor Analysis

DG has experienced notable EPS surprises, with the latest quarter ending Dec 04, 2025 showing a 35.45% beat. Previously, the quarter ending Aug 28, 2025 recorded a 17.72% beat. An EPS surprise factor indicates how much actual earnings deviate from analyst forecasts.

Report DateActualForecastSurprise Factor
Dec 04, 20251.280.945+35.45%
Aug 28, 20251.861.58+17.72%
Jun 03, 20251.781.48+20.27%
Mar 13, 20251.681.51+11.26%
Dec 05, 20240.890.94-5.32%
Aug 29, 20241.71.79-5.03%

After EPS Prices

DG stock frequently reacts to earnings reports. Following the Dec 04, 2025 earnings, the share price saw a -12.29% drop before closing. On the 7th day after the report, DG shares recorded a 6.10% gain. Analyze historical DG stock performance post-earnings.

Earning DateBefore EPS ChangeNext Day Closing Price7th Day Closing Price
Dec 04, 2025$109.89-12.29%$132.37+5.65%$132.93+6.10%
Aug 28, 2025$111.20-0.46%$108.76-2.64%$104.55-6.41%
Jun 03, 2025$97.17-13.68%$111.77-0.71%$111.84-0.65%
Mar 13, 2025$74.85-6.38%$79.02-1.16%$83.16+4.02%
Dec 05, 2024$79.50-0.13%$81.59+2.50%$75.27-5.44%
Aug 29, 2024$123.84+47.38%$82.97-1.26%$80.69-3.97%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DG stock getting favorable reviews from Wall Street analysts?
Brokerage firms have given DG stock an average recommendation of Hold. 51 analysts have given their ratings to DG out of which 5 analysts have given strong buy call, 10 analysts have given buy call, 35 analysts rate it hold, 0 analysts advocate strong sell call, and 1 analysts has given sell rating. The average target price of $116.20 gives the stock implied upside of roughly -14.99% over the next year or so.
What have analysts suggested for DG highest price target?
Analysts suggest DG's stock price would rise to a high of $166.00.
What is the lowest price target analysts expect for DG over the next year?
Within the next 12 months, analysts predict the DG stock price could move to $69.00.
What is the average target price for DG?
DG stock has an average analyst estimate of $116.20.
At its current price, how far is DG from its average target price?
DG shares are currently trading -14.99% below this price target.
What were DG’s actual earnings per share for the recent quarter?
Its quarterly earnings per share (EPS) came in at $1.28 versus consensus estimates of $0.95, and above the comparable year-ago quarter’s EPS of $0.89.
What are the current estimates for quarterly and annual earnings per share?
DG's forecasts by analysts estimating quarterly EPS at $1.57 and - $0.83 for the whole year.
What has DG's growth been in the past five years and what is expected in the next five years?
The analysts have projected 10% EPS growth for DG in the next five years, compared to growth rates of -5.08% in the past five years.
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