Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) Return on Assets (ROA): 14.89%
Is Ross Stores, Inc.’s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
Ross Stores, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) of 14.89% is 36% above its 5-year average of 10.92%, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.67%–14.03%).
The return on assets (ROA) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) is 14.89% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 7.01% (13.91%).
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ROST Current vs Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
ROST Return on Assets (ROA) Metrics
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)
14.89%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG TTM
13.91%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 3Y
13.05%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 5Y
10.92%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 10Y
15.93%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 15Y
17.22%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 20Y
16.00%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+7.01%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+14.08%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+36.38%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-6.54%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-13.54%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-6.95%
ROST Competitors' Return on Assets (ROA)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | $74.06B | 14.89% | 13.91% | 13.05% | 10.92% |
| General Motors Company (GM) | $71.59B | 0.90% | 1.55% | 2.64% | 2.90% |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) | $76.62B | 9.38% | 11.97% | 14.74% | 2.11% |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) | $76.74B | 9.41% | 8.99% | 8.37% | 5.31% |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $81.30B | 4.09% | 6.13% | 5.34% | 3.70% |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $65.15B | 6.07% | 11.88% | 13.07% | 12.59% |
| Ford Motor Company (F) | $56.36B | -2.16% | -0.39% | 0.01% | 1.09% |
| Sea Limited (SE) | $50.49B | 5.27% | 3.67% | -0.40% | -4.66% |
| eBay Inc. (EBAY) | $48.06B | 11.40% | 10.86% | 7.11% | 18.15% |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $101.90B | 9.28% | 9.25% | 10.00% | 7.21% |
Asset Efficiency
ROA
14.9%
ROE
36.7%
Ross Stores, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) Formula & Definition
ROA = Net Income / Total Assets
Return on assets measures how efficiently a company generates profit from its total assets.
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Ross Stores, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) FAQ
- What is the return on assets (ROA) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The return on assets (ROA) for ROST stock is 14.89%.
- Is Ross Stores, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
- Ross Stores, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) of 14.89% is 36% above its 5-year average of 10.92%, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.67%–14.03%).
- What is the TTM average return on assets (ROA) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The TTM average return on assets (ROA) for ROST stock is 13.91%.
- What is the 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for ROST stock is 13.05%.
- What is the 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for ROST stock is 10.92%.
- What is the 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for ROST stock is 15.93%.
- What is the 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for ROST stock is 17.22%.
- What is the 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for ROST stock is 16.00%.
Ross Stores, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) History
| DATE | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 13.80% |
| 2025-01-31 | 14.03% |
| 2024-01-31 | 13.11% |
| 2023-01-31 | 11.27% |
| 2022-01-31 | 12.63% |
| 2021-01-31 | 0.67% |
| 2020-01-31 | 17.77% |
| 2019-01-31 | 26.14% |
| 2018-01-31 | 23.82% |
| 2017-01-31 | 21.05% |
| 2016-01-31 | 20.96% |
| 2015-01-31 | 19.66% |
| 2014-01-31 | 21.49% |
| 2013-01-31 | 21.43% |
| 2012-01-31 | 19.91% |
| 2011-01-31 | 17.80% |
| 2010-01-31 | 15.99% |
| 2009-01-31 | 12.97% |
| 2008-01-31 | 11.01% |
| 2007-01-31 | 10.24% |
| 2006-01-31 | 10.30% |
| 2005-01-31 | 9.79% |
| 2004-01-31 | 13.76% |
| 2003-01-31 | 14.60% |
| 2002-01-31 | 14.32% |
| 2001-01-31 | 15.56% |
| 2000-01-31 | 15.84% |
| 1999-01-31 | 15.37% |
| 1998-01-31 | 15.92% |
| 1997-01-31 | 12.27% |
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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