Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) Free Cash Flow (FCF): $2.21B
The free cash flow (FCF) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) is $2.21B. It is above its 12-month average by 14.85% ($1.92B).
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ROST Free Cash Flow (FCF) Metrics
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF)
$2.21B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG TTM
$1.92B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 3Y
$1.66B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 5Y
$1.61B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 10Y
$1.50B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 15Y
$1.19B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y
$989.13M
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+14.85%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+33.16%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+37.22%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+47.60%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+85.09%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+123.19%
FCF Analysis
Free Cash Flow (TTM)
$2.21B
FCF Yield
3.57%
Price/FCF
28.0
Formula: FCF = Operating Cash Flow - Capital Expenditures
Why FCF matters:
- Shows actual cash available (not accounting earnings)
- Funds dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction
- Less susceptible to accounting manipulation than net income
- Key metric for DCF valuation models
Ross Stores, Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) Formula & Definition
Free Cash Flow represents the cash a company generates after accounting for capital expenditures. It's the cash available for dividends, buybacks, debt reduction, or reinvestment.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Ross Stores, Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) FAQ
- What is the free cash flow (FCF) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The free cash flow (FCF) for ROST stock is $2.21B.
- What is the TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for ROST stock is $1.92B.
- What is the 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for ROST stock is $1.66B.
- What is the 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for ROST stock is $1.61B.
- What is the 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for ROST stock is $1.50B.
- What is the 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for ROST stock is $1.19B.
- What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for ROST stock is $989.13M.
Ross Stores, Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) History
| DATE | FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | $2.21B |
| 2025-01-31 | $1.64B |
| 2024-01-31 | $1.75B |
| 2023-01-31 | $1.04B |
| 2022-01-31 | $1.18B |
| 2021-01-31 | $1.84B |
| 2020-01-31 | $1.62B |
| 2019-01-31 | $1.65B |
| 2018-01-31 | $1.31B |
| 2017-01-31 | $1.26B |
| 2016-01-31 | $959.29M |
| 2015-01-31 | $726.17M |
| 2014-01-31 | $471.49M |
| 2013-01-31 | $555.21M |
| 2012-01-31 | $403.83M |
| 2011-01-31 | $474.42M |
| 2010-01-31 | $729.90M |
| 2009-01-31 | $359.02M |
| 2008-01-31 | $117.44M |
| 2007-01-31 | $282.91M |
| 2006-01-31 | $199.34M |
| 2005-01-31 | $148.62M |
| 2004-01-31 | $168.78M |
| 2003-01-31 | $215.86M |
| 2002-01-31 | $156.89M |
| 2001-01-31 | $61.23M |
| 2000-01-31 | $109.35M |
| 1999-01-31 | $122.00M |
| 1998-01-31 | $84.60M |
| 1997-01-31 | $80.00M |
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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