Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR – Get Free Report) had its target price lifted by equities researchers at BNP Paribas Exane from $88.00 to $98.00 in a research report issued to clients and investors on Friday,Benzinga reports. The brokerage currently has an “underperform” rating on the stock. BNP Paribas Exane’s price target would indicate a potential downside of 15.38% from the stock’s current price.
DLTR has been the subject of a number of other research reports. Bank of America reaffirmed an “underperform” rating on shares of Dollar Tree in a report on Thursday. Telsey Advisory Group reissued an “outperform” rating and issued a $150.00 price objective on shares of Dollar Tree in a research note on Tuesday, March 17th. Morgan Stanley increased their price objective on shares of Dollar Tree from $126.00 to $130.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a research note on Friday. BTIG Research reissued a “neutral” rating on shares of Dollar Tree in a research note on Monday, March 9th. Finally, Weiss Ratings downgraded shares of Dollar Tree from a “hold (c)” rating to a “hold (c-)” rating in a research note on Wednesday, May 13th. Eight investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, nine have given a Hold rating and six have issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company currently has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $118.90.
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Dollar Tree Stock Performance
Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR – Get Free Report) last posted 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 net margin of 6.61% and a return on equity of 32.24%. The firm had revenue of $4.98 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.96 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm posted $1.26 EPS. The business’s revenue for the quarter 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, analysts predict that Dollar Tree will post 6.72 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Institutional Investors Weigh In On Dollar Tree
Large investors have recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Cullen Frost Bankers Inc. acquired a new stake in Dollar Tree in the fourth quarter worth $25,000. Reflection Asset Management acquired a new stake in Dollar Tree in the fourth quarter worth $25,000. Covestor Ltd grew its holdings in Dollar Tree by 60.9% in the fourth quarter. Covestor Ltd now owns 222 shares of the company’s stock worth $27,000 after purchasing an additional 84 shares during the period. Wilkerson Advisory Group LLC grew its holdings in Dollar Tree by 80.1% in the first quarter. Wilkerson Advisory Group LLC now owns 263 shares of the company’s stock worth $29,000 after purchasing an additional 117 shares during the period. Finally, YANKCOM Partnership acquired a new stake in Dollar Tree in the fourth quarter worth $31,000. 97.40% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Trending Headlines about Dollar Tree
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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