Dollar General anticipates its core customers will remain under pressure through the second half of 2026 due to sustained inflation and higher fuel prices, leading to more frequent store visits but fewer items purchased per trip. The company is focusing on value, including over 2,000 items priced at $1 or less, and expanding its delivery services, which contributed 40 basis points to Q2 comparable-sales growth. Dollar General remains confident in its 2028 targets of 2%-3% same-store sales growth and a 6%-7% operating margin. CEO Todd Vasos plans to depart in January 2027, with JJ Fleeman selected as his successor.