Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)

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The Treasure Hunt Trade: Why Ross and TJX Are Winning the Market
ROST, TJX
Published: March 06, 2026 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Neutral

In an economic landscape marked by persistent financial pressures, consumers are increasingly deliberate with their spending. This growing caution has created significant headwinds for many full-price retailers, particularly in sectors such as electronics and high-end apparel, where shoppers are delaying non-essential purchases.

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Ross Stores Proves the Off-Price Uptrend Is Far From Over
ROST
Published: March 05, 2026 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Ross Stores' NASDAQ: ROST stock price is in an uptrend, and its Q4 2025 earnings release proves that it isn't over. Including top- and bottom-line outperformance, compounded by robust guidance, critical details include cash flow and its implications for investors - the company can maintain financial health, improve its balance sheet, invest in growth, and return ample capital.

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The Secret To Why Ross Stores Is Riding High And Shares Have Soared
ROST
Published: March 04, 2026 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive

Finally some good retail news in a challenging opening to 2026, with Ross Stores Inc. closing fiscal 2025 on a notably strong note, reporting results that exceeded analyst expectations and offering an upbeat outlook for the year ahead.

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Ross Stores: Strong Q4 Results Stretch The Valuation
ROST
Published: March 04, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Ross Stores (ROST) delivered a robust Q4 2026, with EPS of $2.00 and revenue of $6.64B, both exceeding expectations. ROST's same store sales surged 9% year-over-year, and the company announced a 10% dividend hike and a new $2.55B buyback program. Shares outperformed the S&P 500, returning nearly 40% since August 2025, reflecting strong operational execution and capital returns.

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Rost Stores Q4 Earnings & Sales Beat Estimates, FY26 View Optimistic
ROST
Published: March 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

ROST Q4 earnings and sales beat, with strong holiday assortments, fresh marketing and in-store execution. Its FY26 view is solid, with higher comps and margins.

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Ross Stores shares higher on upbeat outlook
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Published: March 04, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive

Ross Stores Inc (NASDAQ:ROST) shares jumped about 6% in early trade on Wednesday after the off-price retailer reported stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter results and issued fiscal 2026 guidance calling for further sales and earnings growth. For the quarter ended January 31, 2026, total sales increased 12% to $6.6 billion, ahead of Wall Street expectations of approximately $6.37 billion.

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3 Stocks With the Most to Gain From Tariff Relief
FDX, FIVE, ROST
Published: March 02, 2026 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Tariff drama is once again dominating market headlines following the Supreme Court's decision to strike down the strictest rates. While the news is undoubtedly bullish for many retailers, the muted market reaction may have left investors confused.

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Are You Looking for a Top Momentum Pick? Why Ross Stores (ROST) is a Great Choice
ROST
Published: March 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Does Ross Stores (ROST) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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Buy 5 Stocks With High ROE as Markets Dance Whimsically to the AI Tune
BBVA, GL, ROST, TEL, ZTS
Published: February 27, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Markets swing on AI angst and geopolitics, but high-ROE plays like Ross Stores could offer steady returns as investors hunt for cash-rich resilience.

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Ross Stores Stock Shows Momentum Before Q4 Results: Is a Beat Likely?
ROST
Published: February 26, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

ROST's Q4 results are likely to reflect growth with strong comps, broad merchandise strength and a proven off-price model driving momentum.

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Costco and 3 More Discount Retail Stocks Investors Should Watch Now
COST, DG, ROST, TGT
Published: February 26, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Better pricing, effective inventory management and operational initiatives are likely to drive Retail-Discount Stores companies. COST, ROST, TGT and DG look well placed.

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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Retail and Wholesale Stocks Now
DG, ROST
Published: February 25, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Finding stocks expected to beat quarterly earnings estimates becomes an easier task with our Zacks Earnings ESP.

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Are Retail-Wholesale Stocks Lagging Ross Stores (ROST) This Year?
ROST
Published: February 20, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Here is how Ross Stores (ROST) and Dillard's (DDS) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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3 Discount Retail Stocks to Watch as Earnings Put Valuations to the Test
DLTR, ROST, TJX
Published: February 18, 2026 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Many investors use Walmart Inc. NASDAQ: WMT as the barometer of the retail sector. The company taps into both legs of the current K-shaped economy and gives investors exposure to the digital and brick-and-mortar retail economy.

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Ross Stores (ROST) Is Considered a Good Investment by Brokers: Is That True?
ROST
Published: February 13, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important?

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Retail Sales Stall in December: 4 Stocks Still Worth Buying
DG, ROST, TJX, WMT
Published: February 11, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Retail sales stalled in December, but DG, WMT, ROST and TJX are positioned to win as shoppers trade down for value.

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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Retail and Wholesale Stocks Now
ANF, ROST
Published: February 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Why investors should use the Zacks Earnings ESP tool to help find stocks that are poised to top quarterly earnings estimates.

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Will Ross Stores (ROST) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?
ROST
Published: February 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Ross Stores (ROST) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

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DG vs. ROST: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
DG, ROST
Published: January 28, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors looking for stocks in the Retail - Discount Stores sector might want to consider either Dollar General (DG) or Ross Stores (ROST). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?

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These 2 Retail and Wholesale Stocks Could Beat Earnings: Why They Should Be on Your Radar
BOOT, ROST
Published: January 14, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Why investors should use the Zacks Earnings ESP tool to help find stocks that are poised to top quarterly earnings estimates.

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Ross Stores (ROST) is a Great Momentum Stock: Should You Buy?
ROST
Published: January 13, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Does Ross Stores (ROST) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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DG or ROST: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
DG, ROST
Published: January 12, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors interested in Retail - Discount Stores stocks are likely familiar with Dollar General (DG) and Ross Stores (ROST). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?

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Ross Stores' Q3 Comps Surge: Can Momentum Carry Into FY26?
ROST
Published: January 07, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

ROST delivers a standout Q3 comp surge, strong revenue growth and an EPS beat, raising questions about whether momentum can extend into FY26.

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Is Ross Stores (ROST) Stock Outpacing Its Retail-Wholesale Peers This Year?
ROST
Published: December 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here is how Ross Stores (ROST) and Bed Bath & Beyond (BBBY) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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Ross Stores: Demand Inflected, Growth Outlook Is Great, And Margins Are Holding (Upgrade)
ROST
Published: December 23, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Ross Stores is upgraded to Buy as demand inflects and core merchandising execution improves, driving traffic and comp growth. ROST's New York Metro expansion outperformed, signaling a larger addressable market and validating the urban growth strategy. Inventory management is robust, with 36% packaway inventory, supporting margin resilience and Q4 demand flexibility.

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Holiday Sales Boom: 4 Retail Stocks Ready for 2026 Gains
AMZN, COST, ROST, WMT
Published: December 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Holiday sales are set to top $1T for the first time. Here are four retail stocks poised to benefit in 2026.

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4 Discount Retail Stocks to Watch in 2026 as Shoppers Seek Bargains
BURL, COST, DG, ROST
Published: December 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

As consumers trade down, COST, ROST, DG and BURL stand to gain from value-driven spending and retail efficiency in 2026.

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Ross Stores (ROST) Is Up 0.86% in One Week: What You Should Know
ROST
Published: December 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Does Ross Stores (ROST) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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Wall Street Analysts See Ross Stores (ROST) as a Buy: Should You Invest?
ROST
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?

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Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) Hit a 52 Week High, Can the Run Continue?
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Published: December 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Ross Stores (ROST) is at a 52-week high, but can investors hope for more gains in the future? We take a look at the company's fundamentals for clues.

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About Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)

  • IPO Date 1985-08-08
  • Website https://www.rossstores.com
  • Industry Apparel - Retail
  • CEO James G. Conroy
  • Employees 107000

Ross Stores, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates off-price retail apparel and home fashion stores under the Ross Dress for Less and dd's DISCOUNTS brand names. Its stores primarily offer apparel, accessories, footwear, and home fashions. The company's Ross Dress for Less stores sell its products at department and specialty stores primarily to middle income households; and dd's DISCOUNTS stores sell its products at department and discount stores for households with moderate income. As of July 5, 2022, it operated approximately 1,950 stores under the Ross Dress for Less and dd's DISCOUNTS name in 40 states, the District of Columbia, and Guam. Ross Stores, Inc. was incorporated in 1957 and is headquartered in Dublin, California.