PE Ratio: 16.20

Basis: FMP quote price / unrounded diluted EPS from four consecutive issuer fiscal quarters. Source: stored company filings and market data; unavailable inputs remain N/A.

Is the P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 16.20 is 14% below its 5-year average of 18.92, around the middle of its 5-year range (10.43–26.98).

As of 2026-09-11T20:51:00.462Z. 17.34% below its 12-month average of 19.60.

PE Ratio (16.20) = Close Price ($124.58) / Diluted TTM EPS ($7.69)

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P/E vs. its own history

At 16.2, P/E is below its 17-year median — higher than 11% of readings in its 17-year history.

P/E Comparison

PE Ratio Formula & Definition

PE Ratio = Share Price / Diluted EPS (TTM)

The price-to-earnings ratio measures how much investors pay for each dollar of trailing earnings. A lower PE can indicate a cheaper valuation; a higher PE implies higher growth expectations.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

PE Ratio FAQ

What is the P/E ratio for Dollar General Corporation (DG)?

The P/E ratio for DG stock is 16.20.

Is Dollar General Corporation's P/E ratio high or low?

The P/E ratio of 16.20 is 14% below its 5-year average of 18.92, around the middle of its 5-year range (10.43–26.98).

What is the TTM average P/E ratio for Dollar General Corporation (DG)?

The TTM average P/E ratio for DG stock is 19.60.

What is the 3Y average P/E ratio for Dollar General Corporation (DG)?

The 3Y average P/E ratio for DG stock is 17.20.

What is the 5Y average P/E ratio for Dollar General Corporation (DG)?

The 5Y average P/E ratio for DG stock is 18.92.

What is the 10Y average P/E ratio for Dollar General Corporation (DG)?

The 10Y average P/E ratio for DG stock is 19.48.

What is the 15Y average P/E ratio for Dollar General Corporation (DG)?

The 15Y average P/E ratio for DG stock is 19.58.

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