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Ross StoresROST -1.18%90 EV-to-OCF is 23.56 as of Aug. 11, 2026, which is 24% above its 10-year median of 18.94. GuruFocus rates ROST with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of $175.48 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,133 Retail - Cyclical companies, Ross Stores ranks worse than 84.38% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Ross Stores's Enterprise Value is $81,368 Mil.
Ross Stores's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $3,453 Mil. Therefore, Ross Stores's EV-to-OCF for today is 23.56.
The historical rank and industry rank for Ross Stores's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
ROST'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 10.17 Med: 18.94 Max: 102.98
Current: 23.56
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Ross Stores was 102.98. The lowest was 10.17. And the median was 18.94.
ROST's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 84.38% of 1133
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 7.07
vs ROST: 23.56
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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 $251.81.
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.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Ross Stores EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Ross Stores EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Ross Stores's EV-to-OCF 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-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF 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-OCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Ross Stores's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Ross Stores's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Ross Stores's current Enterprise Value is $81,368 Mil.
Ross Stores's Cash Flow from Operations 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 $3,453 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-OCF of 23.56 as of Aug. 11, 2026. This is 24% above median its historical median of 18.94. Over the past decade, Ross Stores' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.17 to 102.98. According to the industry distribution chart, Ross Stores ranks #956 out of 1133 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 84.4%.
Is Ross Stores' EV-to-OCF too high?
Ross Stores' current EV-to-OCF of 23.56 is 24% above median its 10-year median of 18.94. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.17 to a high of 102.98. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.07. Ross Stores' value of 23.56 is 233.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ross Stores ranks #956 out of 1133 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Ross Stores has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ross Stores' EV-to-OCF compare to BURL and LULU?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Ross Stores ranks #956 out of 1133 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Ross Stores in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.07. Ross Stores' value of 23.56 is 233.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Ross Stores' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 10.17 to 102.98 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.94 vs. the industry median of 7.07, 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-OCF for a Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Cyclical companies is 7.07, based on 1,133 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Ross Stores's current EV-to-OCF of 23.56 is 233.2% 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.07 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ross Stores's current EV-to-OCF is 23.56, which is 24% above median its own 10-year median of 18.94. 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 $175.48, compared to a current price of $251.81 — trading 43.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 23.56, which is 24% above median its 10-year median of 18.94 and 233.2% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 7.07. Ross Stores' overall GF Score™ is 90/100 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-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Ross Stores (ROST), the current EV-to-OCF is 23.56 as of Aug. 11, 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 $251.81 is trading 43.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $175.48.
GuruFocus considers Ross Stores to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for ROST:
EV-to-OCF: 23.56 (24% above median its 10-year median of 18.94)
GF Value™: $175.48 vs. price of $251.81 (43.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 233.2% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#956 of 1133)
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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