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Dollar Tree operates two value retail chains: Dollar Tree (fixed price-point stores) and Family Dollar (multi-price discount stores). The company acquired Family Dollar in 2015 for $8.5 billion in a controversial deal that has underperformed expectations, leading to write-downs and strategic reviews. Dollar Tree is now considering separating or selling Family Dollar to focus on its higher-performing core banner. Both chains serve value-oriented consumers seeking everyday essentials at low prices, appealing particularly to lower-income households.

Dollar General is the largest dollar store chain in the United States by store count with over 19,000 locations, primarily serving small and rural communities that lack convenient access to large supermarkets or discount retailers. The company's stores are small (typically 9,000 sq ft) and stocked primarily with consumable goods including food, health and beauty products, cleaning supplies, and seasonal merchandise at low price points. Dollar General has been expanding into fresh produce and DG Market format to capture more grocery spending.