Dollar Tree Shares Dip on Q3 Guidance, Analysts Remain Bullish
Dollar General, Inc. (DLTR) shares dipped recently due to disappointing Q3 earnings guidance, but analysts remain bullish on the stock, with a 'Moderate Buy' rating and an average price target of $107.43, suggesting a potential 4.7% upside.
On September 3, DLTR shares fell by 8.4% following weak Q3 earnings guidance and rising cost concerns. Despite this setback, analysts have a cautiously optimistic view of the company's prospects. In Q2 2025, Dollar General reported adjusted EPS of $0.77, beating expectations, and sales of $4.57 billion. For fiscal 2025, analysts anticipate an adjusted EPS of $5.60, up from $5.10 in fiscal 2024. Looking ahead to fiscal 2026, adjusted EPS is expected to reach $6.49. This positive outlook is reflected in the analysts' 'Strong Buy' recommendations, with price targets ranging from $115 to $135, reiterated on October 16, 2025. Over the past 52 weeks, DLTR shares have risen by 54.4%, outperforming both the S&P 500 Index and the Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund.
Dollar General, with over 9,000 stores in the U.S. and Canada, continues to attract analysts' confidence despite recent share price volatility. While Q3 earnings guidance was weak, analysts expect an adjusted EPS of $1.08 for the quarter, down from $1.12 in the year-ago quarter. With an average price target of $107.43, analysts see potential upside in DLTR stock.
