Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) Interest Coverage Ratio: 82.30x
The interest coverage ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) is 82.30x as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
ROST Interest Coverage Ratio Metrics
INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO
82.30x
ROST Competitors' Interest Coverage Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | INTEREST COVERAGE RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | — | 82.30x | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| General Motors Company (GM) | $75.52B | 4.00x | 9.55x | 9.94x | 9.27x |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) | $77.96B | N/A | 46.69x | 31.45x | 23.77x |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) | $77.99B | 4.34x | 4.25x | 4.59x | 4.18x |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $66.01B | 12.81x | 18.50x | 20.19x | 21.06x |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $81.30B | 21.63x | 19.41x | 13.82x | 9.74x |
| Ford Motor Company (F) | $58.51B | 2.02x | 3.29x | 3.95x | 3.72x |
| eBay Inc. (EBAY) | $48.25B | 9.26x | 9.11x | 8.90x | 9.19x |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $103.79B | 5.12x | 5.27x | 6.49x | 5.06x |
| Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) | $41.79B | 5.06x | 4.98x | 4.66x | 4.22x |
Financial Health Indicators
Interest Coverage
82.3x
Debt/Equity
0.84
Current Ratio
1.58
Formula: Interest Coverage = EBIT / Interest Expense
Reference ranges:
- < 1.5x: EBIT is less than 1.5 times interest expense
- 1.5x - 3x: EBIT is between 1.5 and 3 times interest expense
- 3x - 5x: EBIT is between 3 and 5 times interest expense
- > 5x: EBIT is more than 5 times interest expense
Note: Interest coverage should be compared with historical interest expense, operating income, and industry capital structure.
Ross Stores, Inc. Interest Coverage Ratio Formula & Definition
Interest Coverage = EBIT / Interest Expense
The interest coverage ratio measures operating earnings relative to interest expense.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Ross Stores, Inc. Interest Coverage Ratio FAQ
- What is the interest coverage ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The interest coverage ratio for ROST stock is 82.30x.
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