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Yesterday they reported a fine quarter: beating revenue, 2.4% same-store sales growth (beating) with strength in every major product category, gross margins beat due to a theft crackdown. Earnings beat and were excellent. DG repeated tat they will keep prices low amid Trump tariffs. DG's customer survey revealed that 60% of their customers have less income than a year ago and will sacrifice some necessities in the coming year; this doesn't bode well for the economy, but make dollar stores compelling. DG is seeing more business from middle/high-income earners. Tariffs: DG imports 4% directly from China.
They reported today: sales grew 11.3% and beat and earnings beat. DT reports the highest growth coming from their richest customers, namely over $100,000 annual income. Unlike DG, Dollar Tree could be hurt by Trump's tariffs; TF said that this quarter their earnings could slide 45-50%, then re-accelerate later this year. Also, DT faces pressure from divesting Family Dollar, which didn't work out. Tariffs: DT imports 40% directly from China, so they are heavily exposed.
They reported a solid quarter yesterday but shares slid 5.77% today. Well, the stock came in hot, rallying 64% from the April lows. It was priced for perfection. The report delivered in-line sales and an earnings beat, but next quarter's guidance was light. He raised his price target--the quarter was good.
They reported last week. Dell boasts $12.1 billion in AI systems orders. Expected to grow earnings 15%. Shares have fallen, so it's an opportunity now.