Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR – Get Free Report) had its price objective decreased by stock analysts at The Goldman Sachs Group from $115.00 to $105.00 in a report released on Friday,MarketScreener reports. The firm currently has a “sell” rating on the stock. The Goldman Sachs Group’s target price would suggest a potential downside of 9.55% from the company’s current price.
Several other brokerages have also issued reports on DLTR. BMO Capital Markets reaffirmed an “underperform” rating on shares of Dollar Tree in a research note on Tuesday, March 17th. Bank of America reaffirmed an “underperform” rating on shares of Dollar Tree in a research note on Thursday. Gordon Haskett raised their price objective on Dollar Tree from $90.00 to $100.00 in a research report on Friday. Wall Street Zen lowered Dollar Tree from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Sunday, April 19th. Finally, Sanford C. Bernstein set a $115.00 price objective on Dollar Tree in a research report on Tuesday, May 12th. Eight analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, nine have given a Hold rating and six have given a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $119.43.
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Dollar Tree Stock Performance
Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, May 28th. The company reported $1.74 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.53 by $0.21. Dollar Tree had a return on equity of 32.24% and a net margin of 6.61%.The business had revenue of $4.98 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $4.96 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the business posted $1.26 EPS. The firm’s quarterly revenue was up 7.2% compared to the same quarter last year. Dollar Tree has set its Q2 2026 guidance at 1.000-1.150 EPS. As a group, research analysts predict that Dollar Tree will post 6.72 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Institutional Inflows and Outflows
Hedge funds have recently made changes to their positions in the stock. Cetera Investment Advisers boosted its stake in shares of Dollar Tree by 0.4% during the 4th quarter. Cetera Investment Advisers now owns 21,420 shares of the company’s stock worth $2,635,000 after purchasing an additional 79 shares during the last quarter. Covestor Ltd boosted its stake in shares of Dollar Tree by 60.9% during the 4th quarter. Covestor Ltd now owns 222 shares of the company’s stock worth $27,000 after purchasing an additional 84 shares during the last quarter. Optimize Financial Inc boosted its stake in shares of Dollar Tree by 1.4% during the 4th quarter. Optimize Financial Inc now owns 6,000 shares of the company’s stock worth $738,000 after purchasing an additional 84 shares during the last quarter. Root Financial Partners LLC boosted its position in shares of Dollar Tree by 27.6% in the fourth quarter. Root Financial Partners LLC now owns 393 shares of the company’s stock worth $48,000 after acquiring an additional 85 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Deseret Mutual Benefit Administrators boosted its position in shares of Dollar Tree by 7.7% in the fourth quarter. Deseret Mutual Benefit Administrators now owns 1,208 shares of the company’s stock worth $149,000 after acquiring an additional 86 shares during the last quarter. 97.40% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.
More Dollar Tree News
Here are the key news stories impacting Dollar Tree this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Dollar Tree posted Q1 EPS of $1.74, ahead of estimates, on revenue of $4.98 billion, also slightly above forecasts, showing the business is executing better than expected. Dollar Tree, Inc. Reports First Quarter Results
- Positive Sentiment: The company lifted FY 2026 EPS guidance to $6.70-$7.10, well above consensus, and reiterated strong Q2 expectations, signaling confidence in continued profit growth. Dollar Tree raises its annual profit forecast
- Positive Sentiment: Comparable sales rose 3.5% as larger baskets and tighter cost control boosted margins, suggesting shoppers are buying more even in a cautious consumer environment. Dollar Tree Surges 17% As Bigger Baskets Boost Sales
- Positive Sentiment: Dollar Tree announced a partnership with DoorDash, adding a new delivery channel that could support convenience-led sales and broaden customer reach. Dollar Tree Is Now On DoorDash
- Neutral Sentiment: Analysts remain split: Morgan Stanley raised its price target, but Goldman Sachs kept a Sell rating, reflecting optimism on execution but lingering concerns about the longer-term business structure. Dollar Tree: Sell Rating Maintained as Structural Concerns Offset Beat; $115 Price Target Unchanged
About Dollar Tree
Dollar Tree, Inc is a North American discount retailer that operates a portfolio of value-oriented store banners, primarily Dollar Tree and Family Dollar. The company’s stores offer a broad assortment of everyday items at low price points, including household essentials, food and snacks, health and beauty products, cleaning supplies, seasonal and party goods, home décor, and basic apparel. Dollar Tree’s merchandising strategy emphasizes high-turnover branded and private-label merchandise tailored to budget-conscious consumers, with Family Dollar complementing the chain by offering a wider range of price points and assortment depth in smaller-format neighborhood locations.
Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Chesapeake, Virginia, Dollar Tree has grown through both organic store openings and acquisitions.
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