Ross Stores, Inc. ROST NASDAQ

Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) has shown moderate revenue growth over the past 3 years, expanding from $18.7B to $22.8B (average +6.8%/yr). Net income reached $2.1B, reflecting solid earnings growth at +12.7%/yr on average. The net profit margin is 9.4%, which is moderate. The company has maintained profitability in all 4 of the past 4 years, demonstrating a consistent earnings track record. The gross margin is 27.9% (low), with a +2.5pp trend over the period. With a $72B market cap and MOAT composite score of 63/100, the company has a moderate competitive position.

Criteria proven by this page:

• GROWTH (73/100, Pass) — proving strong growth momentum
• PAST (100/100, Pass) — proving consistent earnings. Looking at the full 41-year history, the company was profitable in 40 of 41 years — an excellent long-term track record
• INCOME (45/100, Partial) — the company is profitable but margin is below 15%
• MOAT (63/100, Partial) — some competitive advantages are present but not dominant

Overall SharesGrow Score: 62/100 with 3/7 criteria passed.