Fundamental analysis · SEC EDGAR · TTM through 02/05/2026

Fundamental analysis of Ross Stores, Inc.

ROST · Nasdaq · Consumer

Fundamental quality

ATTRACTIVE

76

out of 100

Breakdown by area

I.GrowthEPS growth: 14% · Revenue growth: 7.7%
63
II.ProfitabilityNet margin: 9.7% · ROE: 36.7%
79
III.Financial healthNet debt/EBITDA: -0.91x · FCF: 11.1%
86

Source: SEC EDGAR · TTM through 02/05/2026

The score combines growth, profitability and financial strength. Here its financial strength weighs in its favor, while its growth drags it down the most.

Strengths

  • Strong return on equity (ROE of 36.7%).
  • Growing earnings per share (14% annualized).
  • Net cash position: more cash than debt.

Risks and weaknesses

  • No clear weaknesses in the recent fundamentals, though the system doesn't assess qualitative factors (competition, regulation, management).

Historical evolution

YearRevenueNet incomeFree cash flowNet debt
2022$18,916M$1,723M$1,181M-$2,470M
2023$18,696M$1,512M$1,035M-$2,095M
2024$20,377M$1,875M$1,752M-$2,412M
2025$21,129M$2,091M$1,637M-$2,516M
2026$22,751M$2,145M$2,208M-$3,077M

Between 2022 and 2026, revenue went from $18,916M to $22,751M (+20%) and net income went from $1,723M to $2,145M (+25%).

Annual figures in U.S. dollars per SEC filings. Net debt is total debt minus cash.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ross Stores, Inc. a profitable company?

Ross Stores, Inc. is profitable, with a net margin of 9.7%, though a thin one.

Does Ross Stores, Inc. have a lot of debt?

No. Ross Stores, Inc. has a net cash position: more cash than debt.

Is Ross Stores, Inc. growing?

Its revenue has grown 7.7% annualized in recent years and its earnings per share 14%.

Does Ross Stores, Inc. generate cash?

Yes. It converts about 11.1% of its revenue into free cash flow.

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