Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) Earnings Per Share (EPS): 7.16
Is Ross Stores, Inc.’s earnings per share (EPS) high or low?
Ross Stores, Inc.'s earnings per share (EPS) of 7.16 is 53% above its 5-year average of 4.69, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.24–6.66).
The earnings per share (EPS) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) is 7.16 as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 9.98% (6.51).
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ROST Earnings Per Share (EPS) Metrics
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)
7.16
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG TTM
6.51
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 3Y
5.75
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 5Y
4.69
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 10Y
4.19
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 15Y
3.42
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 20Y
2.74
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+9.98%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+24.47%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+52.61%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+71.07%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+109.47%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+161.77%
ROST Competitors' Earnings Per Share (EPS)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | $74.06B | 7.16 | 6.51 | 5.75 | 4.69 |
| General Motors Company (GM) | $71.59B | 2.50 | 4.89 | 5.82 | 5.74 |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) | $76.62B | 4.04 | 4.14 | 4.70 | 1.75 |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) | $76.74B | 6.55 | 6.19 | 5.32 | 3.36 |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $81.30B | 37.88 | 38.54 | 26.57 | 17.99 |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $65.15B | 1.52 | 2.96 | 3.26 | 3.05 |
| Ford Motor Company (F) | $56.36B | -1.55 | -0.29 | 0.01 | 0.70 |
| Sea Limited (SE) | $50.49B | 2.58 | 1.71 | 0.18 | -1.08 |
| eBay Inc. (EBAY) | $48.06B | 4.40 | 4.21 | 2.84 | 6.70 |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $101.90B | 9.51 | 8.94 | 8.84 | 6.32 |
EPS Comparison
Trailing EPS (TTM)
$7.16
Forward EPS (Est.)
$7.83
P/E Ratio
32.3
Formula: EPS = Net Income / Weighted Average Shares Outstanding
Why EPS matters:
- Directly impacts stock valuation through P/E ratio
- Used to calculate dividend coverage and payout ratios
- Enables comparison across companies of different sizes
- Growth in EPS often correlates with stock price appreciation
Ross Stores, Inc. Earnings Per Share (EPS) Formula & Definition
EPS (Earnings Per Share) represents the portion of a company's profit allocated to each outstanding share. Higher EPS indicates greater profitability on a per-share basis.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Ross Stores, Inc. Earnings Per Share (EPS) FAQ
- What is the earnings per share (EPS) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The earnings per share (EPS) for ROST stock is 7.16.
- Is Ross Stores, Inc.'s earnings per share (EPS) high or low?
- Ross Stores, Inc.'s earnings per share (EPS) of 7.16 is 53% above its 5-year average of 4.69, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.24–6.66).
- What is the TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for ROST stock is 6.51.
- What is the 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for ROST stock is 5.75.
- What is the 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for ROST stock is 4.69.
- What is the 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for ROST stock is 4.19.
- What is the 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for ROST stock is 3.42.
- What is the 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for ROST stock is 2.74.
Ross Stores, Inc. Earnings Per Share (EPS) History
| DATE | EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 6.66 |
| 2025-01-31 | 6.36 |
| 2024-01-31 | 5.59 |
| 2023-01-31 | 4.40 |
| 2022-01-31 | 4.90 |
| 2021-01-31 | 0.24 |
| 2020-01-31 | 4.63 |
| 2019-01-31 | 4.30 |
| 2018-01-31 | 3.58 |
| 2017-01-31 | 2.85 |
| 2016-01-31 | 2.53 |
| 2015-01-31 | 2.24 |
| 2014-01-31 | 1.97 |
| 2013-01-31 | 1.80 |
| 2012-01-31 | 1.46 |
| 2011-01-31 | 1.18 |
| 2010-01-31 | 0.90 |
| 2009-01-31 | 0.59 |
| 2008-01-31 | 0.48 |
| 2007-01-31 | 0.43 |
| 2006-01-31 | 0.35 |
| 2005-01-31 | 0.29 |
| 2004-01-31 | 0.38 |
| 2003-01-31 | 0.32 |
| 2002-01-31 | 0.24 |
| 2001-01-31 | 0.23 |
| 2000-01-31 | 0.21 |
| 1999-01-31 | 0.18 |
| 1998-01-31 | 0.15 |
| 1997-01-31 | 0.10 |
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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