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Dollar GeneralMEX:DGG 81 EV-to-OCF is 11.48 as of Aug. 10, 2026, which is 29% below its 10-year median of 16.14. GuruFocus rates MEX:DGG with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN2,199.51 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 313 Retail - Defensive companies, Dollar General ranks worse than 71.57% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Dollar General's Enterprise Value is MXN729,140 Mil.
Dollar General's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was MXN63,506 Mil. Therefore, Dollar General's EV-to-OCF for today is 11.48.
The historical rank and industry rank for Dollar General's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
MEX:DGG'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.2 Med: 16.14 Max: 39.34
Current: 12.09
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Dollar General was 39.34. The lowest was 10.20. And the median was 16.14.
MEX:DGG's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 71.57% of 313
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 7.46
vs MEX:DGG: 12.09
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Dollar General's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Dollar General's share price for today is MXN2195.00.
Dollar General's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN127.307.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Dollar General EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Dollar General EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Dollar General's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Discount Stores subindustry, Dollar General's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Dollar General EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Dollar General's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Dollar General's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Dollar General's current Enterprise Value is MXN729,140 Mil.
Dollar General's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN63,506 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Dollar General (MEX:DGG) has a EV-to-OCF of 11.48 as of Aug. 10, 2026. This is 29% below median its historical median of 16.14. Over the past decade, Dollar General's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.20 to 39.34. According to the industry distribution chart, Dollar General ranks #224 out of 313 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 71.6%.
Is Dollar General's EV-to-OCF too high?
Dollar General's current EV-to-OCF of 11.48 is 29% below median its 10-year median of 16.14. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.20 to a high of 39.34. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.46. Dollar General's value of 11.48 is 53.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Dollar General ranks #224 out of 313 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Dollar General has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Dollar General's EV-to-OCF compare to DLTR and BJ?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, Dollar General ranks #224 out of 313 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Dollar General in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.46. Dollar General's value of 11.48 is 53.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Dollar General's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.20 to 39.34 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 16.14 vs. the industry median of 7.46, Dollar General has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Retail - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Defensive companies is 7.46, based on 313 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Dollar General's current EV-to-OCF of 11.48 is 53.9% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Retail - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.46 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Dollar General's current EV-to-OCF is 11.48, which is 29% below median its own 10-year median of 16.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Dollar General stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dollar General (MEX:DGG) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN2,199.51, compared to a current price of MXN2,195.00 — trading 0.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 11.48, which is 29% below median its 10-year median of 16.14 and 53.9% above the Retail - Defensive industry median of 7.46. Dollar General's overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Dollar General (MEX:DGG), the current EV-to-OCF is 11.48 as of Aug. 10, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Dollar General (MEX:DGG) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dollar General stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of MXN2,195.00 is trading 0.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN2,199.51.
GuruFocus considers Dollar General to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for MEX:DGG:
EV-to-OCF: 11.48 (29% below median its 10-year median of 16.14)
GF Value™: MXN2,199.51 vs. price of MXN2,195.00 (0.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 53.9% above the Retail - Defensive median (#224 of 313)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:DGG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Since its beginning in 1939, Dollar General has grown to become the largest dollar store operator in the United States, with more than 20,000 small-box discount stores across 48 states. The firm generated over $42 billion in fiscal 2025 sales. The retailer maintains a heavy concentration of stores in rural and low-income markets underserved by big-box retailers. It's 11,000 stock-keeping units, including 2,000 priced at $1 or less, span consumables (82% of sales), seasonal items (10%), home products (5%), and apparel (3%). More than 20% of sales are derived from private label.
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