Ross Stores, Inc. ROST
Composite 58/100; the shares have moved about 29% annualised. Names that move more contribute more risk for the same amount invested, and our composite reflects how strong the evidence for this one is right now.
Valuation ranks 40/100 — a slight mark against it.
Quality ranks 68/100 — a moderate point in its favour. Balance-sheet strength ranks 64/100 — a moderate point in its favour. Momentum ranks 62/100 — a moderate point in its favour.
Valuation ranks 40/100 — a slight mark against it. Income ranks 49/100 — a slight mark against it.
What the company does Ross Stores operates off-price retail chains Ross Dress for Less and dd’s DISCOUNTS, selling discounted apparel, accessories, footwear, and home goods to middle- and lower-income households across the U.S.
Key financials ROST posts strong profitability: ROE 42.6%, ROA 13.8%, net margin 10.8%, and revenue/EPS growth of 7.7%/5.2%. Margins remain healthy (gross 34.2%, operating 17.6%), supported by a lean cost structure (Piotroski F-Score 7/9). Leverage is moderate (Debt/Equity 0.70), with strong liquidity (Current ratio 1.61).
Stock health Momentum is mixed: up 54.72% over 12 months but down 11.07% from its 52-week high, with RSI(14) at 38.60. Sideravia scores Quality 71.6 and Momentum 66.3, but Valuation is weak at 30.5, reflecting elevated multiples (P/E 27.77, EV/EBITDA 18.57).
Price vs fair value The stock trades at a discount of 18.10% versus the analyst mean target of 269.94. - Analysts highlight Ross’s execution as a potential TJX peer (Ross Had Another Great Quarter. It Could Be the Next TJX). - Copycat model praised for driving traffic and margins (Ross Proves That Being a Copycat Works). - Questions persist about valuation after higher guidance and store expansion (Is Ross Stores (ROST) Expensive After Higher Guidance And A Bigger Store Expansion Plan?).
Looking forward Forward P/E of 29.50 suggests growth expectations are already priced in. Expansion plans and margin discipline will be key to sustaining returns amid competitive pressures in softlines retail.
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