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ROST

Ross Stores, Inc.

S&P 500
ROST|Consumer Cyclical|Apparel Retail|$215.80|P/E 31.3|MCap 67.6B|NASDAQ

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Ross Stores, Inc.

Ross Stores, Inc. is the largest off-price retailer in the United States, operating discount department stores under the Ross Dress for Less and dd's DISCOUNTS brands. Headquartered in Dublin, California, the company offers branded apparel, accessories, footwear, and home fashion products at significant discounts compared to traditional department stores. Ross Stores sources merchandise from vendor closeouts and excess inventory, enabling it to sell products at 20-60% discounts. The company operates an extensive network of stores across the nation and serves middle-income households and consumers with lower to moderate incomes. Through its off-price retail model, Ross Stores provides value-conscious shoppers with access to name-brand merchandise at reduced prices, combining cost-effective shopping with a diverse product selection in apparel and home goods categories.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.80%

Annual Dividend

$1.66

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

24.51%

FCF Payout Ratio

26.40%

Stock Price

$215.80

52-Week Range

$124.07 $216.80

Dividend Health Score

88/ 100Very Safe

ROST's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 24.5% earnings payout ratio & 26.4% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: Volatile profit margin stability. The dividend has been growing at a 41.56% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 14 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
24.5%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
26.4%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
20.0%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
44.5xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
6.4%Very Safe
Current Ratio
1.6xSafe
Debt-to-Equity
84.2Safe

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
36.7%Very Safe
Operating Margin
12.3%Caution
Gross Margin
N/AN/A
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
41.6%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

ROST annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

ROST earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

March 13, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 31, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

9.32%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

41.56%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

13.17%

3-Year Total Growth

30.65%

5-Year Total Growth

468.42%

10-Year Total Growth

244.68%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$21,580.00

Annual Income

$166.00

Quarterly Income

$41.50

Monthly Income

$13.83

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ROST's current dividend yield?
Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) currently has a dividend yield of 0.80%, based on a stock price of $215.80 and an annual dividend of $1.66.
When is ROST's next dividend payment date?
ROST's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-13 and the next payment date is 2026-03-31. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does ROST pay in dividends per year?
Ross Stores, Inc. paid $1.62 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has ROST been increasing its dividend?
Ross Stores, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 41.56% and a 10-year CAGR of 13.17%.
Is ROST's dividend safe?
Ross Stores, Inc. has a payout ratio of 24.51%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 26.40%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is ROST's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Ross Stores, Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for consumer cyclical companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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