Who Wins, Who Loses From Dollar Tree's Sale of Family Dollar?
Assuming its new owner will actually fix what's actually ailing it, a new-and-improved Family Dollar will rattle the rest of the retailing industry.
After a decade's worth of frustration with the acquisition and months of toying with the idea of an exit, Dollar Tree (NASDAQ: DLTR) is finally dumping its entire Family Dollar unit. The discount retailer made the announcement in conjunction with its fourth-quarter results reported on Wednesday.
The decision has implications for the company, but not just for Dollar Tree and its shareholders. The entire discount sliver of the retail industry will feel the ripple effect, helping some but hurting others. Here's a rundown of the companies that will likely win and lose the most in the aftermath.
But first things first.
