Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 17.10%
Is Ross Stores, Inc.’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Ross Stores, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 17.10% is 20% above its 5-year average of 14.27%, near the high end of its 5-year range (3.67%–17.69%).
The return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) is 17.10% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 0.80% (16.96%).
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ROST Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
ROST Current vs Average Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Chart
ROST Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
17.10%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
16.96%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
16.07%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
14.27%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
22.35%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
25.66%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
24.58%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+0.80%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+6.41%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+19.80%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-23.47%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-33.37%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-30.42%
ROST Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | $74.06B | 17.10% | 16.96% | 16.07% | 14.27% |
| General Motors Company (GM) | $71.59B | 1.16% | 2.58% | 3.32% | 3.26% |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) | $76.62B | 19.16% | 18.93% | 18.27% | 2.36% |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) | $76.74B | 11.29% | 13.84% | 13.21% | 9.40% |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $81.30B | 11.78% | 14.75% | 13.57% | 9.51% |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $65.15B | 11.57% | 15.04% | 16.70% | 16.54% |
| Ford Motor Company (F) | $56.36B | 0.75% | 1.26% | 1.78% | 1.23% |
| Sea Limited (SE) | $50.49B | 8.10% | 5.54% | -0.59% | -6.30% |
| eBay Inc. (EBAY) | $48.06B | 14.36% | 13.88% | 11.58% | 11.14% |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $101.90B | 15.59% | 15.33% | 16.05% | 12.10% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
17.1%
ROE
36.7%
Ross Stores, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Formula & Definition
ROIC = NOPAT / Invested Capital
Return on invested capital measures the after-tax return a company earns on all capital (debt and equity) invested in the business.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Ross Stores, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for ROST stock is 17.10%.
- Is Ross Stores, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Ross Stores, Inc.'s return on invested capital (ROIC) of 17.10% is 20% above its 5-year average of 14.27%, near the high end of its 5-year range (3.67%–17.69%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ROST stock is 16.96%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ROST stock is 16.07%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ROST stock is 14.27%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ROST stock is 22.35%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ROST stock is 25.66%.
- What is the 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)?
- The 20Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ROST stock is 24.58%.
Ross Stores, Inc. Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 17.10% |
| 2025-01-31 | 16.83% |
| 2024-01-31 | 15.84% |
| 2023-01-31 | 14.51% |
| 2022-01-31 | 17.69% |
| 2021-01-31 | 3.67% |
| 2020-01-31 | 22.84% |
| 2019-01-31 | 38.87% |
| 2018-01-31 | 35.25% |
| 2017-01-31 | 31.71% |
| 2016-01-31 | 31.49% |
| 2015-01-31 | 30.44% |
| 2014-01-31 | 33.44% |
| 2013-01-31 | 35.19% |
| 2012-01-31 | 33.94% |
| 2011-01-31 | 31.79% |
| 2010-01-31 | 28.35% |
| 2009-01-31 | 21.81% |
| 2008-01-31 | 19.00% |
| 2007-01-31 | 18.54% |
| 2006-01-31 | 17.83% |
| 2005-01-31 | 17.58% |
| 2004-01-31 | 24.11% |
| 2003-01-31 | 26.80% |
| 2002-01-31 | 26.47% |
| 2001-01-31 | 26.76% |
| 2000-01-31 | 29.59% |
| 1999-01-31 | 28.64% |
| 1998-01-31 | 28.36% |
| 1997-01-31 | 22.81% |
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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