DG
Dollar General
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
- Stocks
- Consumer Defensive
- NYSE: DG
- PEG Ratio
As of Oct 22, 2026, DG's PE to growth ratio of 0.42 reflects its valuation relative to its growth rate. This result reflects a P/E ratio of 18.02 measured against EPS growth of 42.7%.
DG PEG ratio history
Dollar General's ten years historical PEG ratio has a mean of 4.05. Compared to historical data, DG's 0.42 PEG ratio represents a drop of 90%. DG hit its maximum PEG ratio of 41.98 during the Oct 2022 quarter over the last ten years. The Jan 2021 quarter marked the lowest reading at 0.3, indicating the most favorable growth-adjusted valuation.
Dollar General PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0.61 | 20.88 | 34.2% |
| 2025 | N/A | 13.88 | -32.4% |
| 2024 | N/A | 17.99 | -29.5% |
| 2023 | 4.43 | 21.26 | 4.8% |
| 2022 | N/A | 19.95 | -4.3% |
| 2021 | 0.3 | 18.19 | 60.2% |
| 2020 | 2 | 22.97 | 11.5% |
| 2019 | 3.1 | 19.21 | 6.2% |
| 2018 | 0.66 | 17.63 | 26.7% |
| 2017 | 1.33 | 16.44 | 12.4% |
| 2016 | 1.45 | 18.95 | 13.1% |
| 2015 | 1.84 | 19.16 | 10.4% |
| 2014 | 1.69 | 17.77 | 10.5% |
| 2013 | 0.58 | 16.13 | 27.6% |
| 2012 | 0.84 | 18.64 | 22.3% |
Dollar General PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | 0.39 | 16.46 | 42.7% |
| May 2026 | 0.45 | 16.12 | 35.5% |
| Jan 2026 | 0.61 | 20.88 | 34.2% |
| Oct 2025 | N/A | 17.01 | -4.4% |
| Aug 2025 | N/A | 20.06 | -16% |
| May 2025 | N/A | 17.23 | -23.8% |
| Jan 2025 | N/A | 13.88 | -32.4% |
| Nov 2024 | N/A | 13.47 | -30.4% |
| Aug 2024 | N/A | 18.88 | -34.3% |
| May 2024 | N/A | 19.98 | -35.5% |
| Feb 2024 | N/A | 17.99 | -29.5% |
| Nov 2023 | N/A | 13.67 | -15.7% |
| Aug 2023 | N/A | 17.12 | -2.9% |
| May 2023 | 2.33 | 20.54 | 8.8% |
| Feb 2023 | 4.43 | 21.26 | 4.8% |
DG average PEG ratio chart
DG's PEG ratio today is lower than the 5 and 10-year averages.
PEG comparison
Dollar General's PEG of 0.42 is lower than the Consumer Defensive sector, the industry and its peers average. Looking at the Consumer Defensive sector average of 0.84, Dollar General's PEG is 50% lower.
DG EPS growth
DG Price vs fair value
DG PEG vs peers
Compared to its peers, DG has a PEG ratio lower than stocks WMT and COST, while greater than DLTR's and FIVE's. With a PEG ratio of 0.42, Dollar General is lower than the 1.28 peer average.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dollar General's PEG ratio?
According to Oct 22, 2026 figures, DG's PEG ratio stands at 0.42.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for Dollar General (DG)?
Historical data over a 5-year period puts DG's average PEG ratio at 9.74.
What is the highest PEG ratio for DG?
DG's PEG ratio topped out at 41.98 during the Oct 2022 quarter - the highest in ten years.
How does the current PEG ratio for DG compare to its historical average?
At present, DG's PEG ratio is 90% lower than its 10-year historical average.
Why is Dollar General's PEG ratio so low?
The 0.42 PEG ratio for DG reflects robust earnings growth outpacing the current valuation.
How is DG's PEG ratio calculated (Dollar General PEG ratio formula)?
To calculate the PEG ratio, take the company's PE ratio and divide by its earnings per share growth (YoY TTM). As of Oct 22, 2026, Dollar General has a PE ratio of 18.02. Earnings grew at 42.7% over the TTM period ending Jul 2026. Applying the formula, this gives a PEG ratio of 0.42. PEG RATIO(0.42) = PE RATIO(18.02) / EPS GROWTH(42.7%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.