Ross Stores Stock News

Wall Street is off to a volatile start in 2025. The S&P 500 (^GSPC -0.50%) index has seen a total return of 3.2% year to date on Jan. 28, but the ride has not been smooth.

DUBLIN, Calif. , Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ross Stores, Inc. (Nasdaq: ROST) announced today that the Company has pledged $850,000 of donations to local and national organizations, including the American Red Cross, United Way of Greater Los Angeles, and the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, providing disaster relief and recovery efforts associated with the devastating California wildfires.

2024 was the year of the off-price retail shopping trend in the retail sector that found consumers flocking to retailers offering brand-name apparel at deeply discounted prices. Consumers embraced the thrill of the treasure hunt, religiously showing up on delivery drop days at TJX Companies Inc. NYSE: TJX and Ross Stores Inc. NASDAQ: ROST.

Conservative consumer spending and sticky inflation overshadows retail growth. TJX Companies delivers strong Q3 results, and lifts full-year guidance. Ross Stores holds a strong competitive advantage with a loyal customer base, but strategic expansion lacks novelty.

As consumers remain cautious with their spending amid ongoing economic pressures, leading retail companies encountered a mixed landscape in the third quarter. Ross Stores, TJX Companies and Gap reported varying results, with some challenges tied to shifting consumer behaviors and signs of resilience in the off-price and value segments.

Ross Stores' 3Q24 earnings showed modest net sales growth and a gross margin expansion, but same-store sales growth decelerated significantly due to weather impacts. Management's FY24 EPS guidance was raised, and SSS growth is expected to accelerate in 4Q24. Despite a positive outlook and a new CEO with strong retail experience, the current valuation does not justify a higher rating. I maintain...

Ross Stores aims to draw customers and drive sales by offering value and a “treasure hunt environment,” executives said Thursday (Nov. 21) during the off-price retailer's quarterly earnings call.

Shares of Ross Stores (ROST) were up Friday morning as the discount retailer's earnings came in better than expected.