Consumer Staples
Discount Stores
$16.47B
212K
Dollar Tree, Inc. operates retail discount stores. The company operates in two segments, Dollar Tree and Family Dollar. The Dollar Tree segment offers merchandise at the fixed price of $ 1.25. It provides consumable merchandise, which includes everyday consumables, such as household paper and chemicals, food, candy, health, personal care products, and frozen and refrigerated food; variety merchandise comprising toys, durable housewares, gifts, stationery, party goods, greeting cards, softlines, arts and crafts supplies, and other items; and seasonal goods that include Christmas, Easter, Halloween, and Valentine’s Day merchandise. It operates stores under the Dollar Tree and Dollar Tree Canada brands, as well as distribution centers in the United States and Canada. The Family Dollar segment operates general merchandise retail discount stores that offer consumable merchandise, which comprise food and beverages, tobacco, health and personal care, household chemicals, paper products, hardware and automotive supplies, diapers, batteries, and pet food and supplies; and home products, including housewares, home décor, and giftware, as well as domestics, such as comforters, sheets, and towels. It also provides apparel and accessories merchandise comprising clothing, fashion accessories, and shoes; and seasonal and electronics merchandise that include Christmas, Easter, Halloween, and Valentine’s Day merchandise, as well as personal electronics, which comprise pre-paid cellular phones and services, stationery and school supplies, and toys. Dollar Tree, Inc. was founded in 1986 and is based in Chesapeake, Virginia.
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Net sales increased 12.3% to $4,566.8 million for the 13 weeks ended August 2, 2025, compared to $4,065.5 million in the prior year. This growth was primarily fueled by a 6.5% increase in comparable store net sales, resulting from a 3.4% rise in average ticket and a 3.0% increase in customer traffic.
Gross profit margin for the 13 weeks ended August 2, 2025, improved by 20 basis points to 34.4%, attributed to better mark-on from pricing initiatives and lower domestic freight costs. However, operating income margin decreased by 20 basis points to 5.1% for the same period, primarily due to a 60 basis point increase in the selling, general and administrative expense rate.
Net income for the 13 weeks ended August 2, 2025, rose to $188.4 million from $132.4 million in the prior year, with diluted EPS from continuing operations increasing to $0.75 from $0.66. This improvement was also bolstered by a positive income of $32.9 million from discontinued operations, compared to a loss of $9.9 million in the prior year.
The company completed the sale of its Family Dollar business on July 5, 2025, for a purchase consideration of $1,007.5 million, monetizing approximately $800 million in cash. This divestiture allows the company to focus on its continuing Dollar Tree operations.
Dollar Tree continues to expand its multi-price product assortment beyond the $1.25 price point, with over 4,240 multi-price format stores as of August 2, 2025. Additionally, the company opened 254 new stores and converted 41 Family Dollar stores to Dollar Tree stores during the 26 weeks ended August 2, 2025, indicating ongoing organic growth efforts.
A new nationwide partnership with Uber was announced on August 28, 2025, to bring the Uber Eats platform to nearly 9,000 Dollar Tree stores. This initiative aims to offer customers on-demand access and delivery of essentials, snacks, and seasonal items, expanding the company's market reach and convenience offerings.
Management is actively implementing mitigation strategies to offset cost inflation and tariffs, including negotiating lower product costs, shifting supply sources, and adjusting product assortments. These efforts are aimed at protecting margins and maintaining competitiveness, though near-term challenges are expected.
The company is investing significantly in supply chain optimization, including expanding its distribution network, upgrading warehouse management systems, and planning a new distribution center by Spring 2027. A multi-year plan for technology investment in mobile app, human capital, and supply chain systems is also in progress, with new WMS implemented in two additional DCs in Q2 2025.
While gross profit margin improved due to pricing initiatives and lower domestic freight, the SG&A expense rate increased by 60-80 basis points. This rise is primarily due to higher store payroll from wage increases and pricing initiatives support, increased depreciation from store investments, and higher incentive compensation, indicating a trade-off between strategic investments and short-term efficiency.
Beginning in the first quarter of fiscal 2025, new tariffs were announced on imports from China, Mexico, Canada, and other countries. The company expects these tariffs and associated implementation costs to negatively impact gross margin in the near-to-mid term, despite ongoing mitigation strategies.
The company faces multiple personal injury lawsuits related to talc and acetaminophen products, alleging severe health impacts. While previous talc lawsuits were resolved without material loss, the inherent uncertainties of litigation mean future costs are unknown and could be material, with insurance coverage and vendor indemnification uncertain.
Inflation continues to impact the costs of merchandise, transportation (including diesel fuel), store construction, and labor. The company notes that its inability to fully offset these higher costs through product assortment adjustments, operational efficiencies, or sales increases could harm its business, financial condition, and results of operations.
The company achieved a 6.5% comparable store net sales increase for the 13 weeks ended August 2, 2025, driven by increases in both customer traffic (3.0%) and average ticket (3.4%). This performance suggests the company is effectively competing and gaining traction in the discount retail market.
By expanding its brand assortment beyond the $1.25 price point to include $3, $4, and $5 products in over 4,240 stores, Dollar Tree is broadening its appeal and providing greater value to customers. This strategy aims to increase customer traffic and store productivity, strengthening its competitive edge.
The new nationwide partnership with Uber Eats, bringing on-demand delivery to nearly 9,000 Dollar Tree stores, significantly enhances customer convenience. This digital initiative positions the company to better serve evolving consumer shopping preferences and compete with online and quick-delivery services.
Gross profit margin increased by 20 basis points for both the 13 and 26 weeks ended August 2, 2025. This improvement was primarily driven by improved mark-on from pricing initiatives, lower domestic freight costs, and better sales mix, partially offsetting higher tariff and distribution costs.
The selling, general and administrative expense rate increased by 60 basis points for the 13 weeks and 80 basis points for the 26 weeks ended August 2, 2025. This rise is primarily due to higher store payroll supporting pricing initiatives and wage increases, increased depreciation from store investments, and higher incentive compensation.
The company is making substantial investments in supply chain optimization, including enhancing its distribution and transportation network, truck fleet, and warehouse management systems. Efforts also include rebuilding the Marietta, Oklahoma distribution center, expected to be fully operational by spring 2027, which will incur additional costs in the near-to-mid term.
Dollar Tree is executing a multi-year plan for significant technology investments across its business, including its mobile app, human capital management system, and supply chain system. These improvements are expected to promote operational efficiencies and deliver an elevated customer experience.
The company continued the phased implementation of a new warehouse management system, converting two additional distribution centers to the new system in Q2 2025. This initiative aims to enhance supply chain efficiency and aligns with updated internal controls.
The new nationwide partnership with Uber Eats, offering on-demand delivery from nearly 9,000 Dollar Tree stores, represents a key digital transformation effort. This leverages technology to provide greater customer convenience and expand market reach.
The company repurchased 10,957,077 shares of common stock for $938.2 million during the 26 weeks ended August 2, 2025, significantly higher than $403.6 million in the prior year. The Board replenished the share repurchase authorization by $2.5 billion, with $2.4 billion remaining, indicating strong confidence in the company's valuation.
Dollar Tree repaid $1.0 billion of 4.00% Senior Notes due May 15, 2025, utilizing its commercial paper program and available cash. Concurrently, it established new credit facilities, including a $1.5 billion Five-Year Credit Facility and a $1.0 billion 364-Day Revolving Credit Facility, with no outstanding borrowings as of August 2, 2025, optimizing its capital structure.
Capital expenditures for continuing operations totaled $493.9 million for the 26 weeks ended August 2, 2025. These investments are directed towards building and opening new stores, expanding and renovating existing stores, enhancing the distribution network, and upgrading technology, supporting long-term strategic initiatives.
The company is investing in its talent through initiatives aimed at providing competitive pay and benefits, enhanced training, and attractive career opportunities. These efforts are designed to deliver an improved associate experience, reduce turnover, and improve store standards and efficiencies, reflecting a commitment to social responsibility.
Dollar Tree is a defendant in multiple personal injury lawsuits related to talc and acetaminophen products, raising concerns about product safety and social responsibility. While the company is vigorously defending itself, the litigation underscores the ongoing challenges in managing product-related risks.
The company acknowledges that its business is subject to evolving disclosure requirements and expectations regarding environmental, social, and governance matters. These evolving standards could expose the company to numerous risks, indicating an awareness of broader sustainability and governance considerations.
The company continues to face inflationary pressures on merchandise, transportation (including diesel fuel), store construction, and labor costs. These factors are identified as primary drivers impacting the business, and the company's ability to fully offset them remains a key challenge.
New tariffs on imports from China, Mexico, Canada, and other countries, along with potential retaliatory measures, were announced in Q1 2025. These trade-related measures are expected to create near-term challenges and impact gross margin, reflecting escalating geopolitical risks.
Dollar Tree is responding to market trends by expanding its multi-price point strategy to offer greater value and by partnering with Uber Eats for on-demand delivery. These initiatives reflect an adaptation to consumer demands for both affordability and convenience in the current retail environment.