GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) today stated that it remains actively engaged in discussions with the Federal Trade Commission regarding the extent of potential divestitures that would be required in connection with an acquisition of Family Dollar Stores, Inc. (NYSE:FDO). Dollar General does not expect to provide any further update prior to the ... read more

Major retailer provides additional savings for last-minute holiday shoppers; Guarantees in-stock orders to arrive by Dec. 24 GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Dollar General (NYSE: DG) announces free shipping on all purchases made online at www.dollargeneral.com on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2014, with the guarantee all in-stock purchases will arrive on or before Dec. 24, 2014. No minimum ... read more

Actively Engaged in Ongoing FTC Regulatory Review Process Remains Committed to Acquisition of Family Dollar GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) today issued the following statement in response to comments made by Dollar Tree, Inc. (Nasdaq: DLTR) ("Dollar Tree") regarding its view of potential store divestitures that may be required by the Federal ... read more

Net Sales Increased 7.8%; Same-Store Sales Increased 2.8% Diluted EPS Increased 5% to $0.78; Adjusted Diluted EPS Increased 10% to $0.79 Company Updates Sales and Adjusted EPS Guidance GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Dollar General Corporation (NYSE:DG) today reported financial results for its fiscal 2014 third quarter (13 weeks) ended October 31, 2014. “Our affordability-focused ... read more

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Dollar General Corporation (NYSE:DG) plans to report its financial results for its fiscal 2014 third quarter ended October 31, 2014, on Thursday, December 4, 2014. In connection with the announcement, Rick Dreiling, chairman and chief executive officer, and David Tehle, chief financial officer, will host a conference call on Thursday, December 4, 2014, ... read more

Special deals aimed at helping customers stretch their budgets and celebrate affordably this season GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Beginning Sunday, Nov. 23, Dollar General will celebrate eight days of exclusive holiday savings on gifts, toys, electronics, clothing, décor, baking and more for every holiday need, both in more than 11,500 retail locations and online at ... read more

Actively Engaged in Ongoing FTC Regulatory Review Process GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) today affirmed its commitment to the acquisition of Family Dollar Stores, Inc. (NYSE: FDO). Dollar General is actively engaged in discussions with the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) regarding the extent of potential divestitures that would be required in ... read more

Major retailer partners with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®, the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Foundation and additional toy drives GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Dollar General begins its annual holiday giving campaign tomorrow, Nov. 14, as part of its mission of Serving Others. The retailer is partnering with St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital Thanks and ... read more

Major retailer provides 11 percent off purchases online and in more than 11,500 locations GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- This Veterans’ Day, Dollar General will offer active duty service members, veterans and their family members a special 11 percent discount on all qualifying purchases made in store and online as a way to recognize and celebrate their service on Tuesday, November ... read more

Will Commence Mailing of Definitive Proxy Statement Urging Family Dollar Shareholders to Vote Against Proposed Dollar Tree Merger Remains Committed to Acquiring Family Dollar GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) today announced that it has extended its tender offer to acquire all outstanding shares of Family Dollar Stores, Inc. (NYSE: FDO) for $80.00 ... read more