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Dollar Tree and Dollar General shares fell as rising living costs squeeze their core shoppers, reducing discretionary spending.

Dollar Tree and Dollar General shares are bleeding out at a pace several times worse than the broader retail sector, and neither company has said a word to explain it. With the holiday season approaching and core shoppers already strained, the next earnings report could determine whether 2026 gains survive at all.

A comparison of DG and ROST is presented to determine which stock offers better value at present.

Dollar General is highlighted as a bullish pick, gaining shares when households tighten budgets.

DG is named a Zacks Bull of the Day after strong earnings and raised guidance, while Las Vegas Sands is a Bear of the Day due to earnings misses and falling margins.

Dollar General’s 37.7% share price gain over the past year raises questions about its valuation relative to cash flow, amid a 1,500 SKU cut.

Dollar General stock fell 1.54% to close at $132.12 in the latest trading session.

Walmart, Target and Dollar General are increasing capital spending on automation, store expansion and technology to drive future growth and improve efficiency.