ROSS STORES, INC. (ROST) Factsheet
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ROSS STORES, INC. (ROST) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-09-01. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 24.9%. FCF margin 11.4%. D/E 0.2x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-01.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 24.9% | Above industry average |
| FCF Margin | 11.4% | Healthy cash flow |
| Debt/Equity | 0.2x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 24.9% — Top 10% of sector peers. FCF margin 11.4% — Top 25%.
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Profitability: ROSS STORES, INC. earns 24.9% ROIC, Top 10% in Consumer Discretionary
ROIC TTM 24.9%, sector median 5.8%, Top 10%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 10.4% × asset turnover 1.6x. Gross margin 29.7%. Operating margin 13.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-01.
| Metric | ROST | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 24.9% | Excellent | Above sector median of 5.8% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 43.2% | Excellent | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Gross Margin | 29.7% | Adequate | Competitive pricing environment |
| Operating Margin | 13.7% | Good | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: ROSS STORES, INC. generates $2.8B FCF at 11.4% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $2.8B. FCF margin 11.4%, Top 25%. OCF/Net income 1.4x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-01.
| Metric | ROST | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 11.4% | Good | Healthy cash generation |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $2.8B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.4x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: ROSS STORES, INC. at 0.2x leverage, 83.0x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.2x. Net cash $3.3B. Interest coverage 83.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-01.
| Metric | ROST | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.2x | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $3.3B | Excellent | Net cash positive |
| Interest Coverage | 83.0x | Excellent | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: ROSS STORES, INC. trades at 28.2x earnings
P/E 28.2x. EV/Sales 2.9x. FCF yield 3.7%. Dividend yield 0.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-01.
| Metric | ROST | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 28.2x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 2.9x | Good | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 3.7% | Adequate | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 0.7% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: ROSS STORES, INC. returns 2.3% shareholder yield, reducing shares 1.8% YoY
Total shareholder yield 2.3% (div 0.7% + buyback 1.6%). Share count -1.8% YoY. Capital returned $1.7B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-01.
| Metric | ROST | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 2.3% | Adequate | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 1.6% | Adequate | Minimal buyback activity |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -1.8% | Good | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $1.7B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 24.9% | Top 10% | 4.3x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 11.4% | Top 25% | 3.2x above |
| Gross Margin | 29.7% | Bottom 50% | 0.8x below |
| Operating Margin | 13.7% | Top 25% | 3.4x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 43.2% | Top 25% | 4.3x above |
| P/E Ratio | 28.2x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | ROST | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 24.9% | Excellent | Top 10% of sector (median: 5.8%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 11.4% | Good | Top 25% of sector (median: 3.5%) |
| Gross Margin | 29.7% | Adequate | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 38.6%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 15.1% | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 28.2x | Adequate | Growth premium |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 3.7% | Adequate | Moderate yield |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is ROSS STORES, INC.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
ROSS STORES, INC. (ROST) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 24.9%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 21.2% with a improving trend. Sector median 5.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-01.
Q: What is ROSS STORES, INC.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
ROSS STORES, INC. (ROST) has a free cash flow margin of 11.4%, generating $2.8 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-01.
Q: What is ROSS STORES, INC.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
ROSS STORES, INC. (ROST) trades at a P/E ratio of 28.2x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 2.9x. FCF yield 3.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-01.
Q: Does ROSS STORES, INC. pay a dividend?
ROSS STORES, INC. (ROST) currently pays a dividend yield of 0.7%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 2.3%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-01.
Q: What is ROSS STORES, INC.'s revenue and earnings growth?
ROSS STORES, INC. (ROST) grew revenue by 14.0% year-over-year. EPS +31.3% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-01.
Q: Is ROSS STORES, INC. buying back stock?
ROSS STORES, INC. (ROST) repurchased $1.2 billion of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 1.6%. Share count -1.8% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-01.
Q: How does ROSS STORES, INC. compare to competitors in Consumer Discretionary?
Compared to other companies in Consumer Discretionary, ROSS STORES, INC. (ROST) shows: ROIC 24.9%, sector median 5.8% (Top 10%). FCF margin 11.4%, sector median 3.5% (Top 25%). Gross margin 29.7%, 9.0pp below sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Consumer Discretionary companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with ROSS STORES, INC.?
No quantitative warning flags fired for ROSS STORES, INC. (ROST) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-09-01.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-09-01. TTM metrics as of Q3 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.