ROST
Ross Stores Inc
RETAIL-FAMILY CLOTHING STORES
Ross Stores (ROST) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$231.68
-5.56 (-2.34%)
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5d:
+0.26%
30d:
-1.34%
90d:
-1.53%
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Updated Nov 13, 12:00 AM ET
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence (71%)
Quality Score
53/100
Position
FAIR
30-Day Fair Range
$226.70 – $237.75
Position: FAIR
Forward P/E & Valuation
32.1x
FAIR
vs 30.3x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$273.37
+18.0% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$225.30 / $249.30
Trend: Uptrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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📊 HOLD: ROST is fairly valued with market pricing in 2.0% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
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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 $231.68, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $226.70 to $237.75. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 32.1) is in line with its historical norms (30.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.0% 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 uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $225.30. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 46/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $273.37 (+18.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ROST is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $225.30. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 46/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $273.37 (+18.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$226.70 -
$237.75
Company Quality Score
53/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
71.0%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$226.70 -
$237.75
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support Level
$225.30
Resistance Level
$249.30
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Nov 13, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (46/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($273.37)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.0% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (46/100) — watch for confirmation
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
32.14
Wall Street Target
$273.37
(+18.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
13.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
70.5%
Profit Margin
10.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.0% premium
PE vs Historical
32.1 vs 30.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$236.31
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$241.04
(+4%)
3-Year Target
$245.86
(+6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 32→30)
PE COMPRESSION
$231.80
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 32.1, Growth: 10.7%)
$314.48
(+36%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 10.7%)
$194.34
(-16%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 10.7%)
$165.19
(-29%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 29.18 | Current EPS (TTM): $8.13
Bull Case
$231.40
(0%)
Analyst growth -11.3%, PE expands to 32.1
Base Case
$210.36
(-9%)
Market implied -11.3%, PE stable at 29.2
Bear Case
$161.32
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 24.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Bullish
4 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
3
Bullish
StockTwits Volume
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Last Tracked
Oct 6, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
Bearish sentiment prevails on StockTwits regarding $ROST, with one trader expressing a bearish outlook and setting a minimum price target of 205. No recent news articles were available.
Key Retail Themes:
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