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Ross Stores (ROST)
NASDAQ:ROST
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 14, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
1.55Last Year’s EPS
1.59Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 16 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:May 22, 2025
|% Change Since: -13.16%
|Next Earnings Date:Aug 14, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
Ross Stores demonstrated resilience with growth in total sales and strategic store expansions, but faced challenges with flat comparable store sales, net income decline, and significant impacts from tariffs. The withdrawal of annual guidance due to uncertainties reflects cautious sentiment.Company Guidance
During the Ross Stores First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release Conference Call, the company reported a 3% increase in total sales, reaching $5 billion, with comparable store sales remaining flat compared to the previous year. Earnings per share slightly rose to $1.47 from $1.46 in the prior year, with net income at $479 million versus $488 million for the same period in 2024. The operating margin remained steady at 12.2%. Ross Stores opened 16 new Ross locations and 3 dd's discount locations, planning to open approximately 90 new stores by year-end. Inventory levels increased by 8%, with average store inventories up 4%. The company is navigating tariff impacts, with merchandise margin declining by 45 basis points due to increased ocean freight costs and tariffs, which are projected to impact second-quarter earnings per share by $0.11 to $0.16. Despite uncertainties, Ross Stores aims to maintain a competitive pricing strategy and expects second-quarter comparable store sales to range from flat to a 3% increase, with an operating margin projected between 10.7% and 11.4%, considering a 90 to 120 basis point tariff impact.Total Sales Growth
Total sales grew 3% to $5 billion, achieving the high end of expectations despite a slow start.
Cosmetics Segment Performance
Cosmetics was the strongest merchandise area during the quarter with broad-based geographic trends.
Store Expansion
Opened 16 new Ross and 3 dd's discount locations, with plans for 90 new stores in 2025.
Stock Repurchase Program
Repurchased 2 million shares for $263 million, with a plan to repurchase $1.05 billion in total for 2025.
ROST Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
ROST Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 22, 2025 | $151.82 | $136.87 | -9.85% |
Mar 04, 2025 | $135.14 | $137.80 | +1.97% |
Nov 21, 2024 | $141.76 | $144.86 | +2.19% |
Aug 22, 2024 | $150.87 | $153.53 | +1.76% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
FAQ
When does Ross Stores (ROST) report earnings?
Ross Stores (ROST) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 14, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Ross Stores (ROST) earnings time?
Ross Stores (ROST) earnings time is at Aug 14, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is ROST EPS forecast?
ROST EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is 1.55.
