Dollar General sees increase in higher-income shoppers looking to stretch their dollars / NY Post
In an unexpected twist, Dollar General reports attracting a growing segment of higher-income customers. As economic uncertainty drives a demand for greater value, this retail giant finds itself at the crossroads of tradition and a rapidly evolving consumer landscape.
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