$DG (DOLLAR GENERAL) — 8-K: FTC and states sue Dollar General over marketing and privacy claims

The FTC, joined by various states, filed a lawsuit against Dollar General on October 26, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee, alleging violations of the FTC Act, the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, and state consumer protection and weights and measures laws. The plaintiffs seek injunctive relief, a monetary judgment, civil penalties, and other relief. Dollar General said it intends to vigorously defend the matter but warned that an unfavorable resolution could have a material adverse effect on its consolidated financial statements.

The FTC, joined by various states, filed a lawsuit against Dollar General on October 26, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee, alleging violations of the FTC Act, the