Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) EBITDA Margin: 16.49%
Is Ross Stores, Inc.’s EBITDA margin high or low?
Ross Stores, Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 16.49% is 26% above its 5-year average of 13.06%, near the high end of its 5-year range (4.46%–16.49%).
As of Thursday, June 18, 2026. 3.22% above its 12-month average of 15.97%.
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ROST Average EBITDA Margin Chart
ROST Current vs Average EBITDA Margin Chart
ROST EBITDA Margin Metrics
EBITDA MARGIN
16.49%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG TTM
15.97%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 3Y
14.92%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 5Y
13.06%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 10Y
14.47%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 15Y
15.22%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 20Y
13.90%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+3.22%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+10.54%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+26.25%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+13.94%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+8.35%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+18.68%
ROST Competitors' EBITDA Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EBITDA MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | $74.82B | 16.49% | 15.97% | 14.92% | 13.06% |
| General Motors Company (GM)vs › | $71.75B | 9.96% | 10.79% | 12.58% | 14.41% |
| Carvana Co. (CVNA)vs › | $71.60B | -0.54% | 4.69% | 1.09% | -0.05% |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT)vs › | $79.52B | 23.83% | 23.09% | 23.76% | 18.50% |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)vs › | $82.73B | 12.32% | 13.89% | 13.73% | 11.97% |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB)vs › | $83.41B | 25.63% | 28.11% | 25.54% | -3.83% |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE)vs › | $65.33B | 10.76% | 12.98% | 14.24% | 14.27% |
| Sea Limited (SE)vs › | $55.64B | 11.63% | 9.38% | 4.77% | -3.26% |
| Ford Motor Company (F)vs › | $54.68B | -2.45% | 2.61% | 3.73% | 5.99% |
| eBay Inc. (EBAY)vs › | $47.90B | 25.68% | 26.75% | 21.83% | 24.35% |
Margin Comparison
Gross Margin
28.3%
EBITDA Margin
16.5%
Operating Margin
12.2%
Net Margin
9.7%
Formula: EBITDA Margin = (EBITDA / Revenue) × 100
Why EBITDA Margin matters:
- Removes effects of depreciation policies (D&A)
- Capital structure neutral (ignores interest)
- Tax neutral (ignores tax differences)
- Good proxy for operating cash generation
Ross Stores, Inc. EBITDA Margin Formula & Definition
EBITDA Margin = EBITDA / Revenue
EBITDA margin measures operating profitability before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization as a percentage of revenue.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Ross Stores, Inc. EBITDA Margin FAQ
- What is the EBITDA margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The EBITDA margin for ROST stock is 16.49%.
- Is Ross Stores, Inc.'s EBITDA margin high or low?
- Ross Stores, Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 16.49% is 26% above its 5-year average of 13.06%, near the high end of its 5-year range (4.46%–16.49%).
- What is the TTM average EBITDA margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The TTM average EBITDA margin for ROST stock is 15.97%.
- What is the 3Y average EBITDA margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 3Y average EBITDA margin for ROST stock is 14.92%.
- What is the 5Y average EBITDA margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 5Y average EBITDA margin for ROST stock is 13.06%.
- What is the 10Y average EBITDA margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 10Y average EBITDA margin for ROST stock is 14.47%.
- What is the 15Y average EBITDA margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 15Y average EBITDA margin for ROST stock is 15.22%.
- What is the 20Y average EBITDA margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 20Y average EBITDA margin for ROST stock is 13.90%.
Ross Stores, Inc. EBITDA Margin History
| DATE | EBITDA MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 16.49% |
| 2025-01-31 | 15.46% |
| 2024-01-31 | 14.55% |
| 2023-01-31 | 13.17% |
| 2022-01-31 | 14.24% |
| 2021-01-31 | 4.46% |
| 2020-01-31 | 15.74% |
| 2019-01-31 | 16.00% |
| 2018-01-31 | 16.79% |
| 2017-01-31 | 16.39% |
| 2016-01-31 | 15.91% |
| 2015-01-31 | 15.59% |
| 2014-01-31 | 15.15% |
| 2013-01-31 | 15.00% |
| 2012-01-31 | 14.22% |
| 2011-01-31 | 13.58% |
| 2010-01-31 | 12.35% |
| 2009-01-31 | 9.95% |
| 2008-01-31 | 9.30% |
| 2007-01-31 | 9.14% |
| 2006-01-31 | 8.88% |
| 2005-01-31 | 8.88% |
| 2004-01-31 | 11.50% |
| 2003-01-31 | 11.24% |
| 2002-01-31 | 10.73% |
| 2001-01-31 | 11.36% |
| 2000-01-31 | 12.29% |
| 1999-01-31 | 12.05% |
| 1998-01-31 | 11.82% |
| 1997-01-31 | 10.05% |
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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