ROST Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ROST - Ross Stores Inc
$219.46
-3.42 (-1.53%)
▼
5d:
+3.83%
30d:
-5.37%
90d:
-0.77%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 20, 2026
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Strength: 7.9/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: ROST shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly low pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: ROST shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly low pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$256.62
Based on 7.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$159.34
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ROST is currently trading at $219.46, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $215.07 to $234.58. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 30.4) is in line with its historical norms (29.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.5% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ROST is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $222.00. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $256.18 (+16.7%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ROST is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $222.00. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $256.18 (+16.7%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$215.07 -
$234.58
Company Quality Score
62/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
78.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($256.18)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.5% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$215.07 -
$234.58
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$222.00
Resistance Level
$237.41
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
30.44
Wall Street Target
$256.18
(+16.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
20.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
37.4%
Profit Margin
9.7%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.5% premium
PE vs Historical
30.4 vs 29.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$222.75
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$226.09
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$229.48
(+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 30→29)
PE COMPRESSION
$219.36
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 30.4, Growth: 10.7%)
$297.89
(+36%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 21.8, Growth: 10.7%)
$213.12
(-3%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.5, Growth: 10.7%)
$181.15
(-18%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (31x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (30x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 31.17 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.15
Bull Case
$247.19
(+13%)
Analyst growth 0.8%, PE expands to 34.3
Base Case
$224.72
(+2%)
Market implied 0.8%, PE stable at 31.2
Bear Case
$151.56
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 26.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
5
Sells
Net
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