Episode

The state of the dollar store

Podcast: Marketplace Morning Report
Published: Jun 1, 2026
Duration seconds: 355
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Summary

Dollar General reports earnings tomorrow. The company already saw its stock jump last week after one of its rivals, Dollar Tree, reported a great first quarter. This hints at a growing demand for deals from consumers across the income spectrum who are feeling pinched by inflation. Then, we chat with the creators of an interactive map, which shows users the different companies and people who are shaping AI regulation across the U.S.