Dollar General Withstands Competitive Pressures; Shares Modestly Undervalued
Dollar General reported fourth-quarter results that were generally in line with our expectations. Revenue increased 13.7% in the quarter, inclusive of an extra week that added 6.5%, driven by comparable-store sales up 1.0%, which were constrained by deflation (although management commentary suggested this pressure is easing) and a reduction in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. Margins continued to decline, as gross profits fell 20 basis points to 31.6% and operating margins fel...Dollar General is a discount retailer. The company's consumables products includes paper and cleaning products, packaged food, perishables, snacks, health and beauty, pet, and tobacco products. The company's seasonal products include decorations, toys, batteries, small electronics, greeting cards, stationery, prepaid phones and accessories, gardening supplies, hardware, automotive and home office supplies. The company's home products include kitchen supplies, cookware, small appliances, light bulbs, storage containers, frames, candles, craft supplies and kitchen, bed and bath soft goods. The company's apparel includes casual everyday apparel, as well as socks, underwear, disposable diapers, shoes and accessories.
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