Sept 3 (Reuters) - Dollar Tree ( DLTR ) raised its

annual sales and profit forecasts on Wednesday as more Americans

across income categories shop for cheaper groceries as well as

apparel and home decor items at its stores.

The company now expects 2025 net sales in the range of $19.3

billion to $19.5 billion, compared with its prior forecast of

growth between $18.5 billion and $19.1 billion.

The company expects adjusted annual earnings per share

between $5.32 and $5.72, compared with its earlier target of

$5.15 to $5.65 per share.