Ross Stores Stock Slumps 0.96% as Trading Volume Drops 28.86% to 392nd in Liquidity

Ross Stores (ROST) closed August 7, 2025, with a 0.96% decline, trading at $137.01. The stock recorded a trading volume of 0.31 billion shares, a 28.86% drop from the prior day, ranking 392nd in market liquidity. The company is set to release its Q2 2025 earnings on August 21, 2025, with a live webcast at 4:15 p.m. Eastern time via its investor relations page. A recorded version will remain accessible until August 28.

The discount retailer operates 1,873 Ross Dress for Less stores across 44 U.S. states and territories, alongside 360 dd’s DISCOUNTS locations. Its fiscal 2024 revenue reached $21.1 billion, reflecting its dominance in the off-price retail sector. The upcoming earnings report will be closely watched, as the company has historically exceeded expectations by an average of 5.64% over the past two quarters. Analysts note a positive Zacks Earnings ESP of +1.23%, signaling potential upside in the next earnings release.

Investor sentiment remains cautiously optimistic, supported by Ross’s strong net margin of 9.79% and return on equity of 38.77%. However, challenges persist, including reliance on unpredictable supply chain dynamics and shifting consumer spending patterns. Institutional investors, including JPMorgan Chase, maintain significant stakes, indicating confidence in the company’s long-term strategy.

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