Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) Debt to Equity Ratio: 0.84
Is Ross Stores, Inc.’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
Ross Stores, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 0.84 is 33% below its 5-year average of 1.25, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.84–1.74).
As of Sunday, June 14, 2026. 10.16% below its 12-month average of 0.94.
ROST Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
ROST Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
ROST Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
ROST Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
0.84
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
0.94
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
1.09
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
1.25
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
0.82
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
0.60
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
0.49
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-10.16%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-23.29%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-32.80%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+1.99%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+40.15%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+72.27%
ROST Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | $77.03B | 0.84 | 0.94 | 1.09 | 1.25 |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB)vs › | $78.51B | 0.25 | 0.26 | 0.30 | 0.42 |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT)vs › | $78.75B | -2.91 | 8.21 | 4.82 | 4.11 |
| General Motors Company (GM)vs › | $73.49B | 2.13 | 2.10 | 1.95 | 2.02 |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)vs › | $80.59B | 1.69 | 1.63 | 1.99 | 1.93 |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE)vs › | $66.42B | 0.83 | 0.83 | 0.84 | 1.00 |
| Ford Motor Company (F)vs › | $58.08B | 4.66 | 4.13 | 3.76 | 3.87 |
| Sea Limited (SE)vs › | $50.80B | 0.27 | 0.38 | 0.55 | 0.57 |
| eBay Inc. (EBAY)vs › | $48.22B | 1.60 | 1.56 | 1.56 | 1.58 |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR)vs › | $106.15B | -4.53 | 13.74 | 17.59 | 12.81 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
0.84
Current Ratio
1.58
Ross Stores, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio Formula & Definition
Debt to Equity measures financial leverage by comparing total debt to shareholders' equity.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Ross Stores, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The debt to equity ratio for ROST stock is 0.84.
- Is Ross Stores, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio high or low?
- Ross Stores, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 0.84 is 33% below its 5-year average of 1.25, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.84–1.74).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for ROST stock is 0.94.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for ROST stock is 1.09.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for ROST stock is 1.25.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for ROST stock is 0.82.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for ROST stock is 0.60.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for ROST stock is 0.49.
Ross Stores, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 0.84 |
| 2025-01-31 | 1.03 |
| 2024-01-31 | 1.18 |
| 2023-01-31 | 1.33 |
| 2022-01-31 | 1.38 |
| 2021-01-31 | 1.74 |
| 2020-01-31 | 1.04 |
| 2019-01-31 | 0.09 |
| 2018-01-31 | 0.13 |
| 2017-01-31 | 0.14 |
| 2016-01-31 | 0.16 |
| 2015-01-31 | 0.17 |
| 2014-01-31 | 0.07 |
| 2013-01-31 | 0.08 |
| 2012-01-31 | 0.10 |
| 2011-01-31 | 0.11 |
| 2010-01-31 | 0.13 |
| 2009-01-31 | 0.15 |
| 2008-01-31 | 0.15 |
| 2007-01-31 | 0.16 |
| 2006-01-31 | 0.06 |
| 2005-01-31 | 0.07 |
| 2004-01-31 | 0.07 |
| 2003-01-31 | 0.04 |
| 2002-01-31 | 0.00 |
| 2001-01-31 | 0.14 |
| 2000-01-31 | 0.00 |
| 1999-01-31 | 0.00 |
| 1998-01-31 | 0.00 |
| 1997-01-31 | 0.00 |
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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