Analysis: Dollar General clear favorite in battle for Family Dollar

• Dollar General (NYSE:DG) is a clear favorite in the race for Family Dollar (NYSE:FDO), according to retail analysts.
• The company forecasts annual run-rate synergies almost twice the amount Dollar Tree (NASDAQ:DLTR) forecast on top of the extra $4 per share it's willing to pony up.
• FDO +4.85% to $79.75.