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Ross StoresROST +0.37%89 EV-to-EBITDA is 22.63 as of Jul. 29, 2026, which is 49% above its 10-year median of 15.19. GuruFocus rates ROST with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of $175.19 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 947 Retail - Cyclical companies, Ross Stores ranks worse than 85.43% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Ross Stores's enterprise value is $81,416 Mil.
Ross Stores's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $3,598 Mil. Therefore, Ross Stores's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 22.63.
The historical rank and industry rank for Ross Stores's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
ROST'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.43 Med: 15.19 Max: 85.71
Current: 22.63
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Ross Stores was 85.71. The lowest was 9.43. And the median was 15.19.
ROST's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 85.43% of 947
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 8.93
vs ROST: 22.63
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Ross Stores (NAS:ROST) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Ross Stores's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Ross Stores's share price for today is $251.96.
Ross Stores's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $7.160.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
The historical data trend for Ross Stores's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Apparel Retail subindustry, Ross Stores's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Ross Stores EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Ross Stores's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Ross Stores's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Ross Stores's current Enterprise Value is $81,416 Mil.
Ross Stores's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $3,598 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Ross Stores (ROST) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 22.63 as of Jul. 29, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Ross Stores. This is 49% above median its historical median of 15.19. Over the past decade, Ross Stores' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 9.43 to 85.71. According to the industry distribution chart, Ross Stores ranks #809 out of 947 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 85.4%.
Is Ross Stores' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Ross Stores' current EV-to-EBITDA of 22.63 is 49% above median its 10-year median of 15.19. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.43 to a high of 85.71. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.93. Ross Stores' value of 22.63 is 153.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ross Stores ranks #809 out of 947 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Ross Stores has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ross Stores' EV-to-EBITDA compare to BURL and LULU?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Ross Stores ranks #809 out of 947 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Ross Stores in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.93. Ross Stores' value of 22.63 is 153.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Ross Stores' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 9.43 to 85.71 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 15.19 vs. the industry median of 8.93, Ross Stores has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for a Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Cyclical companies is 8.93, based on 947 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Ross Stores's current EV-to-EBITDA of 22.63 is 153.4% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Ross Stores. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.93 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ross Stores's current EV-to-EBITDA is 22.63, which is 49% above median its own 10-year median of 15.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ross Stores stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ross Stores (ROST) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $175.19, compared to a current price of $251.96 — trading 43.8% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 22.63, which is 49% above median its 10-year median of 15.19 and 153.4% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 8.93. Ross Stores' overall GF Score™ is 89/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Ross Stores (ROST), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 22.63 as of Jul. 29, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Ross Stores (ROST) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ross Stores stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $251.96 is trading 43.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $175.19.
GuruFocus considers Ross Stores to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for ROST:
EV-to-EBITDA: 22.63 (49% above median its 10-year median of 15.19)
GF Value™: $175.19 vs. price of $251.96 (43.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 153.4% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#809 of 947)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ROST stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Ross Stores, founded in 1982, is a US-focused off-price apparel and home fashion retailer operating more than 2,100 stores across 43 states, primarily under the Ross Dress for Less banner, with a smaller footprint through dd's Discounts. In fiscal 2025, the company generated over $22 billion in sales. Ross offers branded apparel, footwear, accessories, and home goods at a 20%-60% discount to department and specialty store prices, sourcing closeouts and excess inventory from vendors worldwide.
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