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Dollar General Corporation

DGConsumer Defensive· Goodlettsville, TN, United States
LAYOFFS TRACKED
3
LAST EVENT
Jan 22, 2025
MARKET CAP
$16.80B
EMPLOYEES
185,800

Dollar General Corporation, a discount retailer, provides various merchandise products in the southern, southwestern, midwestern, and eastern United States. It offers consumable products, including paper and cleaning products, such as paper towels, bath tissues, paper dinnerware, trash and storage bags, disinfectants, and laundry products; packaged food comprising cereals, pasta, canned soups, fruits and vegetables, condiments, spices, sugar, and flour; and perishables that include milk, eggs, bread, refrigerated and frozen food, beer, and wine. The company's consumable products also comprise snacks, such as candies, cookies, crackers, salty snacks, and carbonated beverages; health and beauty products, including over-the-counter medicines and personal care products, such as soaps, body washes, shampoos, cosmetics, and dental hygiene and foot care products; pet supplies and pet food; and tobacco products. In addition, it offers seasonal products comprising holiday items, toys, batteries, small electronics, greeting cards, stationery, prepaid phones and accessories, gardening supplies, hardware, and automotive and home office supplies; and home products that include kitchen supplies, cookware, small appliances, light bulbs, storage containers, frames, candles, craft supplies and kitchen, and bed and bath soft goods. Further, the company provides apparel, which comprise basic items for infants, toddlers, girls, boys, women, and men, as well as socks, underwear, disposable diapers, shoes, and accessories. The company was formerly known as J.L. Turner & Son, Inc. and changed its name to Dollar General Corporation in 1968. Dollar General Corporation was founded in 1939 and is based in Goodlettsville, Tennessee.

Layoff history

EVENTS PER QUARTER · HOVER FOR EMPLOYEE COUNTS

Q4 '23: 1 eventsQ1 '24: 0 eventsQ2 '24: 0 eventsQ3 '24: 0 eventsQ4 '24: 0 eventsQ1 '25: 2 eventsQ2 '25: 0 eventsQ3 '25: 0 eventsQ4 '25: 0 eventsQ1 '26: 0 eventsQ2 '26: 0 eventsQ3 '26: 0 events
Q4 '23Q1 '24Q1 '25Q1 '26Q3 '26

Layoff timeline

3 EVENTS
Jan 22, 2025News

Dollar General Corporation has laid off approximately 60 corporate workers as part of a workforce reduction initiative. The layoffs reflect the company's ongoing efforts to streamline operations and adjust to current market conditions. While specific reasons for the layoffs were not detailed, they are part of a broader trend in the retail sector. The affected employees were primarily from the corporate department, indicating a focus on administrative roles. This move comes as Dollar General continues to navigate challenges in the retail landscape.

Jan 20, 2025News

Dollar General Corporation has laid off dozens of corporate employees as part of a restructuring effort. The layoffs are part of the company's strategy to streamline operations and improve efficiency. While the exact number of affected employees is reported as dozens, it is estimated to be around 36. This decision reflects the company's ongoing adjustments in response to market conditions. Further details on the specific locations or departments affected were not disclosed.

Oct 1, 2023News

Dollar General Corporation has laid off 60 employees at its headquarters in Tennessee due to ongoing financial struggles. This decision reflects the company's efforts to streamline operations amid challenging economic conditions. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to address financial pressures and improve profitability. The affected employees were notified of their termination as part of this workforce reduction. Dollar General continues to navigate a difficult retail environment, which has prompted these job cuts.

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