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DOLLAR GENERAL CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Aug 31, 2017)

Filed August 31, 2017For Securities:DG

Summary

Dollar General Corporation filed an 8-K report on August 31, 2017, primarily to furnish a news release detailing its financial results for the second fiscal quarter and year-to-date periods ended August 4, 2017. While specific financial figures are not detailed within the 8-K itself, the report indicates that the accompanying news release provides information on the company's operations and financial condition. Investors should consult the furnished news release (Exhibit 99) for detailed performance metrics and guidance. Furthermore, the report highlights the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.26 per share, payable to shareholders of record on October 10, 2017. This dividend payment is subject to the Board's discretion and will depend on various factors, including the company's financial performance and cash requirements. The 8-K also mentions the company's outlook and an upcoming conference call to discuss these matters.

Key Highlights

  • 1Dollar General announced its fiscal 2017 second quarter results on August 31, 2017, via a furnished news release (Exhibit 99).
  • 2The 8-K report incorporates by reference information regarding the company's financial results, condition, and outlook.
  • 3The company's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.26 per share.
  • 4The dividend is payable to shareholders of record as of October 10, 2017.
  • 5Information provided in this 8-K is not considered 'filed' for Section 18 purposes, meaning it doesn't carry the same legal implications as a formally filed document.
  • 6The company plans to hold a conference call to discuss reported financial results and outlook.

Frequently Asked Questions

The detailed financial results for the second fiscal quarter and year-to-date periods ended August 4, 2017, are provided in the news release furnished as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K filing. Investors should refer to Exhibit 99 for specific performance metrics.

The Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.26 per share. The record date for this dividend is October 10, 2017, and it will be payable on or before October 24, 2017.

Yes, the news release incorporated by reference in this 8-K contains statements regarding the company's outlook. The company also announced plans for a conference call to discuss its financial results, outlook, and other matters.

No, the information contained within Item 2.02 and Item 7.01 of this 8-K, including the information in Exhibit 99, is furnished and shall not be deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This means it does not carry the same legal liabilities as formally filed information.