Dollar Tree is a retail company that operates a chain of discount variety stores offering a wide range of products, all priced at one dollar or less. The company specializes in providing value-driven merchandise including household items, food and snacks, cleaning supplies, and seasonal goods. With a focus on affordability, Dollar Tree caters to budget-conscious consumers, making it an accessible shopping destination for everyday essentials. The company continues to expand its footprint, aiming to reach diverse communities and offer a hassle-free shopping experience. Read More
Quarterly earnings results are a good time to check in on a company’s progress, especially compared to its peers in the same sector. Today we are looking at Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR) and the best and worst performers in the non-discretionary retail industry.
Although retail sales are expected to be at record levels during the holiday shopping season, consumers have remained price sensitive, with Dollar General and Dollar Tree being prime beneficiaries.
Let's delve into the developments on the US markets one hour before the close of the markets on Friday. Below, you'll find the top gainers and losers within the S&P500 index during today's session.
Shares of discount treasure-hunt retailer Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR)
jumped 3.9% in the morning session after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter results and raised its full-year earnings forecast. The discount retailer's adjusted earnings per share landed at $1.21, which surpassed analysts' expectations, while revenue for the quarter climbed 9.4%. This performance was supported by a successful strategy of increasing price points on some items. The company's CEO, Michael Creedon, highlighted that this approach broadened its value proposition and helped drive profitability. Adding to the positive sentiment, Guggenheim analyst John Heinbockel increased the firm's price target on the stock to $130 from $125 and kept a "Buy" rating, showing confidence in Dollar Tree's market plan.
Wall Street’s headline indices barely moved on Thursday, but under the surface the story was loud and clear: U.S. consumers are trading down hard, discount retailers are loving it, and Meta is finally putting its metaverse on a diet. All of this is playing out against a backdrop of ultra-low jobless claims, a weaker dollar and growing confidence that the Fed will cut rates next week.
Shares of discount treasure-hunt retailer Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR)
jumped 2.4% in the afternoon session after the stock's positive momentum continued as the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter results and raised its full-year earnings forecast. The discount retailer's adjusted earnings per share landed at $1.21, which surpassed analysts' expectations. Revenue for the quarter also climbed 9.4% to $4.7 billion, helped by a 4.2% increase in same-store sales. Following the strong performance, Dollar Tree lifted its financial outlook for the full year. The company projected adjusted earnings per share in a range of $5.60 to $5.80, up from its previous forecast. It also raised its sales expectations. The positive report led several analysts to increase their price targets for the stock.
Discount treasure-hunt retailer Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR) announced better-than-expected revenue in Q3 CY2025, but sales fell by 37.2% year on year to $4.75 billion. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was better than expected at $5.45 billion at the midpoint, 0.6% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.21 per share was 11.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Shares of discount treasure-hunt retailer Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR)
jumped 3.1% in the morning session after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results and raised its full-year profit outlook. The company announced adjusted earnings of $1.21 per share on sales of $4.75 billion, beating Wall Street's estimates of $1.08 per share and $4.7 billion in sales. Comparable-store sales, a key performance measure for retailers, grew by 4.2%, also topping expectations. Following the strong quarter, Dollar Tree lifted its adjusted earnings guidance for the full year to a range of $5.60 to $5.80 per share, up from a previous forecast of $5.32 to $5.72 per share.
Discount treasure-hunt retailer Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR) reported Q3 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 37.2% year on year to $4.75 billion. Guidance for next quarter’s revenue was better than expected at $5.45 billion at the midpoint, 0.6% above analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.21 per share was 11.8% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
