Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) Current Ratio: 1.58
Is Ross Stores, Inc.’s current ratio high or low?
Ross Stores, Inc.'s current ratio of 1.58 is in line with its 5-year average of 1.72, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.58–1.90).
The current ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) is 1.58 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 1.25% (1.60).
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ROST Current Ratio Metrics
CURRENT RATIO
1.58
CURRENT RATIO AVG TTM
1.60
CURRENT RATIO AVG 3Y
1.72
CURRENT RATIO AVG 5Y
1.72
CURRENT RATIO AVG 10Y
1.64
CURRENT RATIO AVG 15Y
1.57
CURRENT RATIO AVG 20Y
1.53
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-1.25%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-8.01%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-8.23%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-3.55%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+0.76%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+3.30%
ROST Competitors' Current Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | CURRENT RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | — | 1.58 | 1.60 | 1.72 | 1.72 |
| General Motors Company (GM) | $71.59B | 1.17 | 1.15 | 1.12 | 1.10 |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) | $76.62B | 1.38 | 1.53 | 1.65 | 1.71 |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) | $76.74B | 10.81 | 5.75 | 3.27 | 2.62 |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $81.30B | 1.17 | 1.19 | 1.23 | 1.30 |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $65.15B | 2.21 | 2.30 | 2.49 | 2.53 |
| Ford Motor Company (F) | $56.36B | 1.07 | 1.11 | 1.16 | 1.17 |
| eBay Inc. (EBAY) | $48.06B | 1.10 | 1.17 | 1.74 | 1.79 |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $101.90B | 0.43 | 0.42 | 0.43 | 0.46 |
| Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) | $41.77B | 1.35 | 1.41 | 1.26 | 1.19 |
Liquidity Analysis
Current Ratio
1.58
Quick Ratio
1.04
Ross Stores, Inc. Current Ratio Formula & Definition
Current Ratio = Current Assets / Current Liabilities
The current ratio measures short-term liquidity — a company's ability to cover current liabilities with current assets. Above 1.0 indicates positive working capital.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Ross Stores, Inc. Current Ratio FAQ
- What is the current ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The current ratio for ROST stock is 1.58.
- Is Ross Stores, Inc.'s current ratio high or low?
- Ross Stores, Inc.'s current ratio of 1.58 is in line with its 5-year average of 1.72, near the low end of its 5-year range (1.58–1.90).
- What is the TTM average current ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The TTM average current ratio for ROST stock is 1.60.
- What is the 3Y average current ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 3Y average current ratio for ROST stock is 1.72.
- What is the 5Y average current ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 5Y average current ratio for ROST stock is 1.72.
- What is the 10Y average current ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 10Y average current ratio for ROST stock is 1.64.
- What is the 15Y average current ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 15Y average current ratio for ROST stock is 1.57.
- What is the 20Y average current ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 20Y average current ratio for ROST stock is 1.53.
Ross Stores, Inc. Current Ratio History
| DATE | CURRENT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 1.58 |
| 2025-01-31 | 1.62 |
| 2024-01-31 | 1.77 |
| 2023-01-31 | 1.90 |
| 2022-01-31 | 1.77 |
| 2021-01-31 | 1.69 |
| 2020-01-31 | 1.27 |
| 2019-01-31 | 1.69 |
| 2018-01-31 | 1.64 |
| 2017-01-31 | 1.61 |
| 2016-01-31 | 1.48 |
| 2015-01-31 | 1.36 |
| 2014-01-31 | 1.34 |
| 2013-01-31 | 1.43 |
| 2012-01-31 | 1.43 |
| 2011-01-31 | 1.51 |
| 2010-01-31 | 1.47 |
| 2009-01-31 | 1.38 |
| 2008-01-31 | 1.38 |
| 2007-01-31 | 1.40 |
| 2006-01-31 | 1.40 |
| 2005-01-31 | 1.58 |
| 2004-01-31 | 1.57 |
| 2003-01-31 | 1.50 |
| 2002-01-31 | 1.46 |
| 2001-01-31 | 1.45 |
| 2000-01-31 | 1.45 |
| 1999-01-31 | 1.42 |
| 1998-01-31 | 1.54 |
| 1997-01-31 | 1.44 |
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About Ross Stores, Inc.
Ross Stores, Inc., through its various subsidiaries, manages a chain of off-price retail establishments focusing on apparel and home goods. These stores operate under two main brand names: Ross Dress for Less and dd's DISCOUNTS. Their product selection primarily includes clothing, accessories, footwear, and household decor. The Ross Dress for Less outlets primarily serve middle-income households, offering merchandise at prices considerably lower than traditional department and specialty stores. Conversely, dd's DISCOUNTS stores cater to moderate-income households, providing products at prices below those typically found in department and discount stores. As of July 5, 2022, the company had approximately 1,950 stores operating across 40 states, the District of Columbia, and Guam. Ross Stores, Inc. was founded in 1957 and is based in Dublin, California.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Apparel - Retail
- CEO
- James G. Conroy