Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) Gross Margin: 27.95%
Is Ross Stores, Inc.’s gross margin high or low?
Ross Stores, Inc.'s gross margin of 27.95% is in line with its 5-year average of 26.25%, near the high end of its 5-year range (21.49%–27.95%).
The gross margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) is 27.95% as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 0.31% (27.87%).
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ROST Gross Margin Metrics
GROSS MARGIN
27.95%
GROSS MARGIN AVG TTM
27.87%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 3Y
27.12%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 5Y
26.25%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 10Y
27.26%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 15Y
27.41%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 20Y
26.46%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+0.31%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+3.05%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+6.47%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+2.55%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+1.98%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+5.64%
ROST Competitors' Gross Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | GROSS MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | — | 27.95% | 27.87% | 27.12% | 26.25% |
| General Motors Company (GM) | $75.52B | 10.86% | 14.13% | 16.20% | 16.89% |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) | $77.96B | 82.96% | 83.02% | 82.75% | 80.97% |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) | $77.99B | 41.15% | 34.28% | 31.98% | 28.34% |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $66.01B | 42.73% | 43.64% | 44.20% | 44.17% |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $83.20B | 44.50% | 45.30% | 47.26% | 45.76% |
| Ford Motor Company (F) | $58.51B | 12.18% | 12.41% | 13.63% | 13.75% |
| eBay Inc. (EBAY) | $48.25B | 71.45% | 71.72% | 72.02% | 73.74% |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $103.79B | 21.34% | 20.83% | 21.30% | 19.87% |
| Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) | $41.79B | 46.17% | 46.83% | 47.85% | 47.84% |
Gross Margin Analysis
Gross Margin
27.9%
(Revenue - COGS) / Revenue
Ross Stores, Inc. Gross Margin Formula & Definition
Gross Margin = Gross Profit / Revenue
Gross margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after the cost of goods sold, reflecting core product profitability.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Ross Stores, Inc. Gross Margin FAQ
- What is the gross margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The gross margin for ROST stock is 27.95%.
- Is Ross Stores, Inc.'s gross margin high or low?
- Ross Stores, Inc.'s gross margin of 27.95% is in line with its 5-year average of 26.25%, near the high end of its 5-year range (21.49%–27.95%).
- What is the TTM average gross margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The TTM average gross margin for ROST stock is 27.87%.
- What is the 3Y average gross margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 3Y average gross margin for ROST stock is 27.12%.
- What is the 5Y average gross margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 5Y average gross margin for ROST stock is 26.25%.
- What is the 10Y average gross margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 10Y average gross margin for ROST stock is 27.26%.
- What is the 15Y average gross margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 15Y average gross margin for ROST stock is 27.41%.
- What is the 20Y average gross margin for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 20Y average gross margin for ROST stock is 26.46%.
Ross Stores, Inc. Gross Margin History
| DATE | GROSS MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 27.95% |
| 2025-01-31 | 27.78% |
| 2024-01-31 | 27.36% |
| 2023-01-31 | 25.40% |
| 2022-01-31 | 27.53% |
| 2021-01-31 | 21.49% |
| 2020-01-31 | 28.07% |
| 2019-01-31 | 28.41% |
| 2018-01-31 | 28.95% |
| 2017-01-31 | 28.70% |
| 2016-01-31 | 28.17% |
| 2015-01-31 | 28.11% |
| 2014-01-31 | 28.05% |
| 2013-01-31 | 27.87% |
| 2012-01-31 | 27.50% |
| 2011-01-31 | 27.16% |
| 2010-01-31 | 25.85% |
| 2009-01-31 | 23.58% |
| 2008-01-31 | 22.71% |
| 2007-01-31 | 22.49% |
| 2006-01-31 | 22.49% |
| 2005-01-31 | 22.64% |
| 2004-01-31 | 25.57% |
| 2003-01-31 | 25.57% |
| 2002-01-31 | 30.67% |
| 2001-01-31 | 31.25% |
| 2000-01-31 | 31.44% |
| 1999-01-31 | 31.08% |
| 1998-01-31 | 30.63% |
| 1997-01-31 | 29.73% |
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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