Dollar General sued by FTC and states over marketing and sales practices
Dollar General disclosed that the FTC and various states filed a lawsuit against it on October 26, 2026, in federal court in Tennessee, alleging violations of the FTC Act, the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act and state consumer protection laws. The FTC had also demanded significant monetary relief, and the company says it intends to defend the case but cannot assure a successful outcome, which could have a material adverse effect on its consolidated financial statements.
Key points
- FTC and states filed suit October 26, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee
- Plaintiffs seek injunctive relief, monetary judgment and civil penalties; the filing does not state an amount
- Draft complaint and draft settlement order were received September 23, 2026, after a Civil Investigative Demand dated January 30, 2026
- Company says it will vigorously defend the matter and that defense could involve significant costs
The filing
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