8-KRegulation FDExhibits & Filings

DOLLAR GENERAL CORP 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Jan 6, 2005)

Filed January 6, 2005For Securities:DG

Summary

Dollar General Corporation (DG) filed a Form 8-K on January 6, 2005, to disclose sales results for key periods ending December 31, 2004. The report primarily references a news release (Exhibit 99) containing these operational and sales figures, along with information on store count changes. For investors, this filing provides an early look at the company's recent performance, particularly during the crucial holiday shopping season. The sales data and store development information are key indicators of Dollar General's growth trajectory and market penetration, offering insights into consumer spending habits and the company's strategic expansion efforts.

Key Highlights

  • 1Disclosure of sales results for the five-week, nine-week, and 48-week periods ended December 31, 2004.
  • 2Information on new store openings and store closings is included.
  • 3The filing acts as a Regulation FD disclosure, ensuring timely dissemination of material information.
  • 4The primary content is contained within an attached news release, incorporated by reference.
  • 5This report provides insights into the company's performance during the critical holiday sales period.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly disclose Dollar General's sales results for various periods ending December 31, 2004, as well as details on store openings and closings, in accordance with Regulation FD.

The specific sales figures and store count information are detailed in the news release dated January 6, 2005, which is attached as Exhibit 99 to this Form 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.

No, this particular 8-K filing (Item 9.01) states that financial statements of businesses acquired and pro forma financial information are not applicable (N/A). The focus is on sales results and store development news.

Regulation FD (Fair Disclosure) means that Dollar General is making material, non-public information (in this case, sales and store count data) available to the public simultaneously, preventing selective disclosure to analysts or large investors.