Ross Stores Falls Short of Broader Market, Zacks Rank Remains at Hold

Ross Stores (ROST) shares fell 1.4% to close at $136.54, underperforming the S&P 500's 0.37% loss. The discount retailer's recent performance has been positive, with a 5.29% gain in the past month. Analysts expect Ross Stores to post earnings of $1.53 per share in its upcoming earnings report, a 3.77% decline YoY. The Zacks Rank system gives Ross Stores a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) with a forward P/E ratio of 22.22, a premium compared to its industry average.

Ross Stores (ROST) closed the trading day on July 2, 2025, at $136.54, marking a 1.4% decrease from the previous session. This decline lagged behind the S&P 500's 0.37% loss, while the Dow and Nasdaq experienced losses of 0.74% and 0.03%, respectively. Over the past month, Ross Stores' shares have gained 5.29%, outpacing the Retail-Wholesale sector's 2.03% increase and the S&P 500's 2.68% gain.

Analysts expect Ross Stores to report earnings of $1.53 per share in its upcoming earnings report, representing a year-over-year (YoY) decline of 3.77%. Revenue is forecasted to reach $5.52 billion, indicating a 4.48% increase compared to the same period last year. For the full fiscal year, earnings are expected to total $6.23 per share, with revenue projected at $21.96 billion, marking changes of -1.42% and +3.93%, respectively, from the previous year.

Ross Stores is currently assigned a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) by Zacks Investment Research, with a forward P/E ratio of 22.22. This valuation is slightly higher than the industry average of 22.04, suggesting a premium compared to peers in the Retail - Discount Stores sector. The PEG ratio for Ross Stores stands at 2.65, which is consistent with the industry average. The Retail - Discount Stores sector ranks in the bottom 32% of all industries, as indicated by its Zacks Industry Rank of 168.

Investors should closely monitor Ross Stores' performance and upcoming earnings report to gauge the company's financial health and future prospects. To stay updated with the latest stock-shifting metrics and industry rankings, visit [Zacks.com](https://www.zacks.com).

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