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Ross Stores operates as an off-price apparel and accessories retailer with the majority of its sales derived from its Ross Dress for Less banner. The company opportunistically procures excess brand-name merchandise made available via manufacturing overruns and retail liquidation sales at a 20%-60% discount to full prices. As such, its stores are often filled with a vast array of stock-keeping units, each with minimal product depth that creates a treasure hunt shopping experience. The firm's more than 1,800 Ross Dress for Less stores are primarily located in densely populated suburban communities and typically serve middle-income consumers. Ross also operates around 350 DD's Discounts chains targeting lower-income shoppers.

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<li>Jefferies raised the price target for Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) from $135 to $150. Jefferies analyst Corey Tarlowe upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy. Ross Stores shares closed at $129.97 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ROST/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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Ross Stores (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) has been analyzed by 15 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $150.53, a high estimate of $170.00, and a low estimate of $126.00. This current average has not changed from the previous average price target. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751461267_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Ross Stores. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Corey Tarlowe</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
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<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$154.00</td>
<td>$141.00</td>
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<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Laura Champine</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Adrienne Yih</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$156.00</td>
<td>$157.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Alex Straton</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$126.00</td>
<td>$128.00</td>
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<td>Michael Binetti</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
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<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$141.00</td>
<td>$161.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Adrienne Yih</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$157.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Alex Straton</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$128.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$161.00</td>
<td>$166.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Ross Stores. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Ross Stores compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Ross Stores's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
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Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Ross Stores's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Ross Stores</h2>
Ross Stores operates as an off-price apparel and accessories retailer with the majority of its sales derived from its Ross Dress for Less banner. The company opportunistically procures excess brand-name merchandise made available via manufacturing overruns and retail liquidation sales at a 20%-60% discount to full prices. As such, its stores are often filled with a vast array of stock-keeping units, each with minimal product depth that creates a treasure hunt shopping experience. The firm's more than 1,800 Ross Dress for Less stores are primarily located in densely populated suburban communities and typically serve middle-income consumers. Ross also operates around 350 DD's Discounts chains targeting lower-income shoppers.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Ross Stores's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Ross Stores's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 30 April, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 2.61%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Ross Stores's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 9.61%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 8.65%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Ross Stores's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 3.28%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.9.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Deep Dive Into Ross Stores Stock: Analyst Perspectives (15 Ratings)

Ross Stores (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) is currently in its final Phase 18 of the 18-phase Adhishthana Cycle, and signs suggest its Nirvana move has already played out. With the peak in place, the stock now appears set to consolidate with a bearish bias until the cycle ends on 2 November 2025.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Ross&#8217;s Weekly Structure and the Guna Triads</h3>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1200" height="601" src="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/02115639/Ross-Weekly-Adhishthana-Chart.png" alt="Fig.1 Ross Phase 18 Weekly Chart (Source: Adhishthana.com Reports)" class="wp-image-15226" style="width:824px;height:auto" srcset="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/02115639/Ross-Weekly-Adhishthana-Chart.png 1200w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/02115639/Ross-Weekly-Adhishthana-Chart-300x150.png 300w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/02115639/Ross-Weekly-Adhishthana-Chart-1024x513.png 1024w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/02115639/Ross-Weekly-Adhishthana-Chart-768x385.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Fig.1 Ross Phase 18 Weekly Chart (Source: Adhishthana.com Reports)</figcaption></figure>
One of the critical determinants of whether a stock can sustain a rally and hit new highs in Phase 18 lies in the nature of its Guna Triads (Phases 14, 15, and 16). Ross's triads unfolded with a Satoguna in Phase 14, followed by Rajoguna in both Phases 15 and 16.
While the Satoguna in Phase 14 prevented a steep death move in Phase 18, the dual Rajoguna presence significantly weakened the Nirvana's intensity. The stock did reach its all-time high after entering Phase 18, fulfilling the structural criteria, but since then, it has been stuck in a consolidation range for over 300 days, unable to build new bullish momentum. The stock's monthly chart too supports the same stance.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Monthly Chart View: Ascent Complete</h3>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1200" height="617" src="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/02120320/Ross-Monthly-Chart-Adhishthana.png" alt="Fig.2 Ross Monthly Chart (Source: Adhishthana.com Reports)" class="wp-image-15227" style="width:807px;height:auto" srcset="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/02120320/Ross-Monthly-Chart-Adhishthana.png 1200w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/02120320/Ross-Monthly-Chart-Adhishthana-300x154.png 300w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/02120320/Ross-Monthly-Chart-Adhishthana-1024x527.png 1024w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/02120320/Ross-Monthly-Chart-Adhishthana-768x395.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Fig.2 Ross Monthly Chart (Source: Adhishthana.com Reports)</figcaption></figure>
On the monthly timeframe, Ross's rally began in Phase 9 with a clean breakout from the Adhishthana Cakra, signaling the start of the Himalayan Formation. The ascent continued through Phases 10 and 11, confirming bullish alignment as long as Phase 9 mid-levels remained unbroken.
However, the final bar of Phase 11 marked the top at $163.60. Since then, the stock has corrected in Phase 12, confirming that a peak has formed. The level of $163.60 now stands as the high on both the weekly and monthly cycles, and the current correction phase suggests continued bearish or range-bound behavior.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Investor Outlook</h3>
Given that both weekly and monthly structures point to a drawn-out consolidation, new long entries should be avoided unless a major structural reversal occurs. Existing long positions should consider hedging or using credit spreads to navigate the sideways to bearish movement that's expected to last through late 2025.

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Jefferies analyst Corey Tarlowe upgrades Ross Stores (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) from Hold to Buy and raises the price target from $135 to $150.

Jefferies Upgrades Ross Stores to Buy, Raises Price Target to $150

Ross Stores's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NYSE">ROST</a>) short percent of float has risen 3.77% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 5.30 million shares sold short, which is 1.65% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.05 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Ross Stores Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750086031_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Ross Stores has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Ross Stores's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Ross Stores's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 15.01%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Is the Market Bullish or Bearish on Ross Stores?

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>JP Morgan raised Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) price target from $141 to $154. JP Morgan analyst Matthew Boss maintained an Overweight rating. Ross Stores shares closed at $133.47 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ROST/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Barclays increased the price target for Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PM#NYSE">PM</a>) from $205 to $220. Barclays analyst Gaurav Jain maintained an Overweight rating. Philip Morris shares closed at $184.10 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Jefferies raised EOG Resources, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EOG#NYSE">EOG</a>) price target from $144 to $148. Jefferies analyst Lloyd Byrne maintained a Buy rating. EOG Resources shares closed at $120.59 on Thursday. See how other analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/EOG/analyst-ratings">view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Rosenblatt raised the price target for Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXTR#NASDAQ">EXTR</a>) from $18 to $20. Rosenblatt analyst Mike Genovese maintained a Buy rating. Extreme Networks shares closed at $16.70 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/EXTR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Wells Fargo raised the price target for DocuSign, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOCU#NASDAQ">DOCU</a>) from $67 to $80. Wells Fargo analyst Michael Turrin upgraded the stock from Underweight to Equal-Weight. DocuSign shares closed at $76.01 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DOCU/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Citigroup cut The Sherwin-Williams Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHW#NYSE">SHW</a>) price target from $405 to $385. Citigroup analyst Patrick Cunningham downgraded the stock from Buy to Neutral. Sherwin-Williams shares settled at $356.20 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SHW/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Jefferies raised Darden Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DRI#NYSE">DRI</a>) price target from $165 to $210. Jefferies analyst Andy Barish upgraded the stock from Underperform to Hold. Darden shares closed at $217.81 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DRI/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Oppenheimer increased Shift4 Payments, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOUR#NYSE">FOUR</a>) price target from $121 to $142. Oppenheimer analyst Rayna Kumar maintained an Outperform rating. Shift4 Payments shares closed at $93.31 on Thursday.  <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FOUR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Barclays boosted the price target for Oracle Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) from $202 to $221. Barclays analyst Raimo Lenschow maintained an Overweight rating. Oracle shares settled at $199.86 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ORCL/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan raised Riot Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIOT#NASDAQ">RIOT</a>) price target from $13 to $14. JP Morgan analyst Reginald Smith maintained an Overweight rating. Riot Platforms shares closed at $10.21 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RIOT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Oracle To Rally Around 11%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Friday

Ross Stores (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) underwent analysis by 15 analysts in the last quarter, revealing a spectrum of viewpoints from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $150.27, with a high estimate of $170.00 and a low estimate of $126.00. A 0.9% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $151.64. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1749819665_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Ross Stores. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$154.00</td>
<td>$141.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Laura Champine</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adrienne Yih</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$156.00</td>
<td>$157.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Straton</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$126.00</td>
<td>$128.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Binetti</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$141.00</td>
<td>$161.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adrienne Yih</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$157.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Straton</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$128.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Boss</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$161.00</td>
<td>$166.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Lejuez</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$146.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Ross Stores. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Ross Stores compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Ross Stores's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Ross Stores's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ROST/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Ross Stores analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Ross Stores</h2>
Ross Stores operates as an off-price apparel and accessories retailer with the majority of its sales derived from its Ross Dress for Less banner. The company opportunistically procures excess brand-name merchandise made available via manufacturing overruns and retail liquidation sales at a 20%-60% discount to full prices. As such, its stores are often filled with a vast array of stock-keeping units, each with minimal product depth that creates a treasure hunt shopping experience. The firm's more than 1,800 Ross Dress for Less stores are primarily located in densely populated suburban communities and typically serve middle-income consumers. Ross also operates around 350 DD's Discounts chains targeting lower-income shoppers.
<h3>Financial Insights: Ross Stores</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3M period, Ross Stores showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 2.61% as of 30 April, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Ross Stores's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 9.61%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Ross Stores's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 8.65%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Ross Stores's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 3.28% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.9, Ross Stores adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Analyst Expectations For Ross Stores's Future

JP Morgan analyst Matthew Boss maintains Ross Stores (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $141 to $154.

JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on Ross Stores, Raises Price Target to $154

As tariff concerns mount, BofA Securities highlights rising caution across specialty retail and department store<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> stocks despite solid first quarter earnings</a>.
BofA Securities notes that most specialty retail and department store stocks appear to have priced in the current 10% universal and 30% China tariffs.
The firm cautions that any further increases — particularly involving Vietnam, a key player in apparel and footwear production — could drive estimated cuts across much of the group.
Analysts note that while first-quarter earnings were largely solid and the consumer has remained resilient, management teams are increasingly uneasy about the second half due to uncertainty over the potential consumer impact of tariffs.
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This caution is reflected in more conservative sales outlooks across the sector.
With earnings season wrapped, the focus has shifted toward tariff policy. Apparel and footwear brands have moved much of their production out of China, making Southeast Asia the next key concern.
Recent conversations with executives suggest that a 10% tariff is manageable, with garment OEMs like Makalot and Eclat expecting the cost to be split roughly 2.5% each between themselves and fabric mills, and 5% absorbed by brands, BofA Securities notes.
Some unexpected takeaways emerged this earnings season, including Ross Stores, Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) decision to withdraw guidance and Gap, Inc.&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GAP#NYSE">GAP</a>) significant margin exposure to tariffs.
Analysts see Ross's move as overly cautious rather than a red flag. Meanwhile, Gap's projected 150 basis-point margin hit in the second half implies minimal room for price hikes — a sensible strategy given Old Navy's budget-conscious customer base.
For Levi Strauss &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEVI#NYSE">LEVI</a>), the analyst writes that tariffs will begin impacting gross margins in the third quarter, and Ralph Lauren Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RL#NYSE">RL</a>) sees tariffs to be more impactful to gross margin in the second half.
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BofA Securities Warns Tariffs Could Still Weigh On Retail Stocks Such As Gap, Ralph Lauren

Shares of apparel companies are trading higher, possibly amid overall market strength after President Trump delayed 50% EU tariffs to July.

U.S. stock futures rose on Tuesday after closing lower for the week on Friday. Futures of major benchmark indices were trading higher in premarket.
The markets were closed on Monday in observance of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/05/45605452/is-the-stock-market-open-on-memorial-day-heres-whats-open-and-closed-on-may-26">Memorial Day</a> holiday, affecting trading activity in the exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq.
President Donald Trump announced the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45603240/trump-agrees-to-extend-50-tariffs-on-europe-until-july-9-it-was-my-privilege-to-do-so">extension of the 50% tariffs</a> on Sunday till July 9, which he had initially announced on Friday.
Trump said that he spoke to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who said in a post on X that the EU is ready to engage in swift and decisive negotiations.
Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.46% and the two-year bond was at 3.98%. The CME Group's FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool</a>&#8216;s projections show markets pricing a 97.9% likelihood of the Federal Reserve keeping the current interest rates unchanged in its June meeting. 
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<td>1.29%</td>
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<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>1.50%</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>1.72%</td>
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<td>1.66%</td>
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The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, rose in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was up 1.54% to $588.01, while the QQQ advanced 1.73% to $518.07, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
Cues From Last Session:
Sectoral moves weighed on U.S. stocks Friday, with information technology, consumer discretionary, and communication services contributing to the S&amp;P 500&#8217;s fourth consecutive daily decline.
However, consumer staples and utilities bucked the trend to close higher.
Individual stock movements reflected broader concerns: Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) shares dropped nearly 3% after President Trump demanded domestic iPhone manufacturing, threatening a 25% tariff.
Ross Stores Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) plunged about 10% on weaker-than-expected second quarter EPS guidance, while Deckers Outdoor Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DECK#NYSE">DECK</a>) sank 20% following its fourth quarter earnings report.
Meanwhile, U.S. sales of new single-family homes surprisingly climbed 10.9% month-over-month to an annualized rate of 743,000 units.
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<td>Nasdaq Composite</td>
<td>-1.00%</td>
<td>18,737.21</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>-0.67%</td>
<td>5,802.82</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>-0.61%</td>
<td>41,603.07</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>-0.28%</td>
<td>2,039.85</td>
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Insights From Analysts:
Billionaire investor Chamath Palihapitiya signaled a<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/05/45610672/market-is-risk-off-chamath-palihapitiya-flags-rising-investor-fear-as-money-market-fund-assets-hit-724-trillion"> significant shift in market sentiment</a>, highlighting a new trend. 
On Monday, he posted on X, declaring the &#8220;market is risk-off,&#8221; citing a Barchart post that revealed money market fund assets surged to a new all-time high of $7.24 trillion.
This preference for money market funds, or cash equivalents, typically intensifies during periods of heightened market and economic turmoil.
The recent spike underscores growing investor caution amid persistent macroeconomic uncertainty and evolving interest rate expectations, indicating a major swing in investor confidence over the past couple of weeks.
Chamath, in his post, implied that the investors were fleeing riskier assets such as stocks in favor of safer, yield-generating instruments.
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&mdash; Chamath Palihapitiya (@chamath) <a href="https://twitter.com/chamath/status/1927137685799321637?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 26, 2025</a></blockquote>
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While some view this as investor anxiety, others, like The Market Ear, see these funds as &#8220;dry powder,&#8221; which means the cash reserves poised to re-enter the market once a clear positive signal emerges.
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&mdash; The Market Ear (@themarketear) <a href="https://twitter.com/themarketear/status/1926948542825771487?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 26, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Ed Yardeni hinted that the week ahead would be crucial for bond investors as the &#8220;One Big Beautiful Bill,&#8221; reaches the Senate for discussions.
&#8220;And in the aftermath of Moody&#8217;s downgrading the US to &#8220;Aaa&#8221; on May 16, financial markets will pay close attention to events on Capitol Hill. Namely, how the deficit-bloating &#8220;Big, Beautiful Bill&#8221; that the House passed last week lands with Senate Republicans, as well as the Bond Vigilantes,&#8221; he said.
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Upcoming Economic Data
Here&#8217;s what investors will keep an eye on this week:
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<li>On Tuesday, Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari will speak in Tokyo at 4:00 a.m. ET.</li>
<li>April&#8217;s durable goods orders data will be released by 8:30 a.m., and March&#8217;s S&amp;P CoreLogic Case-Shiller home price index data for 20 cities will be announced by 9:00 a.m. ET.</li>
<li>May&#8217;s consumer confidence data will be out by 10:00 a.m. and New York Fed President John Williams will speak in Tokyo at 8:00 p.m. ET.</li>
<li>On Wednesday, Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari will speak in Tokyo again at 4:00 a.m., and minutes of the Fed&#8217;s May FOMC meeting will be out by 2:00 p.m. ET.</li>
<li>On Thursday, the initial jobless claims for the week ending May 24 and the first quarter revised GDP data will be out by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
<li>Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin will speak at 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
<li>Pending home sales data for April will be released by 10:00 a.m. ET.</li>
<li>Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee will speak at 10:40 a.m., Fed Governor Adriana Kugler will speak at 2:00 p.m., San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly will speak at 4:00 p.m., and Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan will speak at 8:45 p.m. ET.</li>
<li>On Friday, April&#8217;s headline and core PCE, personal income, and consumer spending will be out by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
<li>April&#8217;s advanced U.S. trade balance in goods, advanced retail inventories, and advanced wholesale inventories data will be announced by 8:30 a.m. ET, as well.</li>
<li>May&#8217;s Chicago Business Barometer (PMI) will be released at 9:45 a.m., final consumer sentiment data for May will be out by 10:00 a.m., and San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly will speak at 4:45 p.m. ET.</li>
</ul>
Stocks In Focus:
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<li>AutoZone Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZO#NYSE">AZO</a>) rose 1.61% in premarket on Tuesday as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of $37.03 per share on revenue of $4.35 billion, before the opening bell.</li>
<li>Bank of Nova Scotia. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNS#NYSE">BNS</a>) advanced 0.48% as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of $1.17 per share on revenue of $6.36 billion, before the opening bell.</li>
<li>Incannex Healthcare Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IXHL#NASDAQ">IXHL</a>) jumped 1.16% after announcing that it filed a prospectus supplement to increase the shares offered under its sales agreement to be worth $2.51 million.</li>
<li>Heico Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HEI#NYSE">HEI</a>) was up 0.40% as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of $1.03 per share on revenue of $1.06 billion, after the closing bell.</li>
<li>Okta Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKTA#NASDAQ">OKTA</a>) was 2.57% higher as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of 77 cents per share on revenue of $680.32 million, after the closing bell.</li>
<li>Diginex Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DGNX#NASDAQ">DGNX</a>) surged 22.79% after the company announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for an all-share acquisition of Matter DK ApS.</li>
<li>Digital Ally Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DGLY#NASDAQ">DGLY</a>) zoomed 17.20% after it announced a 1-for-100 reverse stock split last week.</li>
<li>Prothena Corporation PLC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRTA#NASDAQ">PRTA</a>) slumped 28.57% after the company disclosed that the Phase 3 AFFIRM-AL clinical trial for Birtamimab in patients with AL Amyloidosis did not meet the primary endpoint.</li>
<li>Imunon Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IMNN#NASDAQ">IMNN</a>) plummeted 29.59% after the company reported up to $9.75 million private placement priced at the market under Nasdaq rules.</li>
</ul>
Commodities, Gold, And Global Equity Markets:
Crude oil futures were trading higher in the early New York session by 0.24% to hover around $61.69 per barrel.
Gold Spot US Dollar fell 1.32% to hover around $3,298.74 per ounce. Its last record high stood at $3,500.33 per ounce. The U.S. Dollar Index spot was higher by 0.42% at the 99.3510 level.
Asian markets were mixed on Tuesday as South Korea's Kospi, China&#8217;s CSI 300, and India's S&amp;P BSE Sensex indices declined, whereas Japan's Nikkei 225, Australia's ASX 200, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng indices rose. European markets were higher in early trade.
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US Stocks Likely To Open Higher After S&P 500's Four-Day Fall: 'Market Is Risk-Off,' Says Expert

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed a decline in the overall market sentiment, while the index remained in the &#8220;Greed&#8221; zone on Friday.
U.S. stocks settled lower on Friday, with the S&amp;P 500 recording losses for the fourth straight session. The Dow Jones index also dipped more than 250 points on Friday.
Shares of Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) fell around 3% on Friday after US President Donald Trump demanded that iPhones sold in the U.S. be manufactured domestically, threatening a 25% tariff on the company otherwise. Later, Trump also announced 50% tariffs on goods from the European Union, effective June 1, as talks between Washington and Brussels cooled.
Shares of Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) fell around 10% on Friday after the company issued second-quarter EPS guidance below estimates. Deckers Outdoor Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DECK#NYSE">DECK</a>) shares dropped 20% after the company reported fourth-quarter financial results.
On the economic data front, U.S. sales of new single-family homes climbed by 10.9% from the previous month to an annualized rate of 743,000 units.
Most sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed on a negative note, with information technology, consumer discretionary and communication services stocks recording the biggest losses on Friday. However, consumer staples and utilities stocks bucked the overall market trend, closing the session higher.
The Dow Jones closed lower by around 256 points to 41,603.07 on Friday. The S&amp;P 500 fell 0.67% to 5,802.82, while the Nasdaq Composite dipped 1% to 18,737.21 during Friday's session.
Investors are awaiting earnings results from HEICO Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HEI#NYSE">HEI</a>), AutoZone, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZO#NYSE">AZO</a>) and The Bank of Nova Scotia (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNS#NYSE">BNS</a>) today.
What is CNN Business Fear &amp; Greed Index?
At a current reading of 63.7, the index remained in the &#8220;Greed&#8221; zone on Friday, versus a prior reading of 65.6.
The Fear &amp; Greed Index is a measure of the current market sentiment. It is based on the premise that higher fear exerts pressure on stock prices, while higher greed has the opposite effect. The index is calculated based on seven equal-weighted indicators. The index ranges from 0 to 100, where 0 represents maximum fear and 100 signals maximum greediness.
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S&P 500 Dips For 4th Session Amid Trump's Tariff Threats: Investor Sentiment Declines, Fear Index Remains In 'Greed' Zone

These large-cap stocks were the worst performers in the last week. Are they in your portfolio?
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<li>Fair Isaac Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FICO#NYSE">FICO</a>) shares declined 23.05% due to comments from Bill Pulte, director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency. He expressed concerns over the company's decision to raise its wholesale <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45567740" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">royalty fees for credit scores.</a></li>
<li>Deckers Outdoor Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DECK#NYSE">DECK</a>) stock tumbled 21.00% after the company reported fourth-quarter earnings and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45591758" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">analysts downgraded the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Booz Allen Hamilton Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) shares plummeted 16.32% after it reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45587393" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">fiscal fourth-quarter results</a>.</li>
<li>Copart, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPRT#NASDAQ">CPRT</a>) shares decreased 15.93% after reporting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45574729" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">third-quarter revenue miss</a>.</li>
<li>Hims &amp; Hers Health, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>) stock declined 15.19% as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) ban on compounded drugs <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45567780" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">with semaglutide takes effect</a>.</li>
<li>Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) stock fell 13.13%. the company announced that it is now taking orders for enterprise AI systems with Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) RTX PRO 6000 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45490921" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Blackwell Server Edition GPUs</a>.</li>
<li>Workday, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDAY#NASDAQ">WDAY</a>) shares dipped 12.83% after it reported its fiscal first-quarter results and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45591957" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">analysts revised the price forecast</a>.</li>
<li>Burlington Stores, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) shares were down 12.73%. The stock fell on pin action with Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>), which issued second-quarter <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45576055" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">EPS guidance below estimates</a>.</li>
<li>Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AUR#NASDAQ">AUR</a>) stock fell 11.34% last week after Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>) announced plans to monetize part of its stake in the autonomous vehicle company through a $1 billion <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/offerings/25/05/45393539/aurora-innovation-stock-drops-after-the-bell-whats-going-on" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">conver</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45414625" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">t</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/offerings/25/05/45393539/aurora-innovation-stock-drops-after-the-bell-whats-going-on" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ible note offering</a>.</li>
<li>First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>) stock fell 11.25% last week after the House <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/45568107" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">passed a tax bill</a> to end clean energy credits.</li>
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Super Micro Computer, Hims & Hers And Aurora Innovation Are Among Top 10 Large-Cap Losers Last Week (May 19-May 23): Are The Others In Your Portfolio?

Ross Stores Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) shares tanked after the company on Thursday reported its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45575045/workday-shares-slide-after-q1-results-q2-reveue-guidance-below-estimates">first-quarter results</a>.
The announcement came amid an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">exciting earnings season</a>. Here are some key analyst takeaways.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">JPMorgan On Ross Stores</h1>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/586bcbd9351b9b0001ab738c/matthew-boss">Analyst </a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/586bcbd9351b9b0001ab738c/matthew-boss">Matthew Boss</a> reiterated an Overweight rating, while slashing the price target from $161 to $141.
Ross Stores reported its first-quarter earnings at $1.47 per share, beating Street expectations of $1.44 per share, and flat same-store-sales growth, better than estimates of a 0.6% decline, Boss said in a note. Management indicated that same-store-sales performance improved after February and the trends suggest 3% growth in April, he added.
However, the company withdrew its full-year guidance, citing "the varying nature of tariff announcements," the analyst wrote. Management guided to earnings of $1.40-$1.55 per share for the second quarter, below consensus of $1.65 per share, he further stated.
Check out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">other analyst stock ratings</a>.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Goldman Sachs On Ross Stores</h1>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/60eef53155f722000105d101/brooke-roach">Analyst Brooke Roach</a> maintained a Buy rating, while cutting the price target from $177 to $162.
Ross Stores reported a broad-based beat for the first quarter, outperforming on both gross and operating margins, despite tariff headwinds and higher ocean freight, Roach said. He added, however, that the positive impact was offset by weaker-than-expected guidance for the second quarter.
Management guided to comps being flat to up +3% in the quarter, but this was "more than offset by larger headwinds from tariffs," the analyst stated. "ROST expects tariffs to drive a 90bps-120bps headwind to 2Q operating margin, driving a $0.11-$0.16 drag on 2Q EPS," he further wrote.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Telsey Advisory Group On Ross Stores</h1>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/5888c53977f9dd0001877a22/dana-telsey">Analyst Dana Telsey</a> reaffirmed a Market Perform rating and price target of $150.
Ross Stores delivered a broad-based beat, with sales, gross margins and expenses coming in slightly better than consensus, Telsey said. Total sales grew 2.6% to $4.985 billion, beating consensus of $4.96 billion, she added.
"The comp in the quarter benefited from a larger basket size offset by weaker traffic," the analyst wrote. The company withdrew its annual guidance due to continued macro uncertainty, she further stated.
ROSS Price Action: Shares of Ross Stores had declined by 11.15% to $135.28 at publication on Friday.
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Reiteration

ROSS

Ross Stores: Solid Q1 Beat, Guidance Withdrawn On Macro Uncertainty — Analysts Cut Price Target

Wall Street stumbled midday Friday, shaken by a fresh wave of trade war fears after President Donald Trump proposed aggressive new tariffs on Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/25/05/45585283/trump-tariff-threat-hits-europe-stocks-sink-as-50-duties-loom">and European imports.</a>
In a post on Truth Social, Trump threatened a 25% import duty on Apple Inc. if the tech giant doesn't repatriate its manufacturing to the United States. He also floated a 50% tariff on goods from the European Union, escalating concerns of a renewed transatlantic trade war.
Shares of Apple Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NYSE">AAPL</a>) dropped 2.6% in response. The S&amp;P 500 slipped 0.8% to fall below the key 5,800 mark, on track to close the week lower. 
Growth-oriented sectors like technology and consumer discretionary bore the brunt of the selling, while traditionally defensive sectors such as utilities and consumer staples remained in the green.
Volatility spiked as investors turned risk-averse. The CBOE Volatility Index, known as the VIX, climbed 8%, reflecting growing market anxiety. Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) wasn&#8217;t spared from the risk-off sentiment, shedding over 2% to trade around $108,700. 
Treasury yields edged down to 5.02%, pushing the iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TLT#NASDAQ">TLT</a>) 0.3% higher as investors sought safer assets.
Gold prices surged 2.1% to $3,362 per ounce, boosted by safe-haven demand and a weakening U.S. dollar. The U.S. dollar index is down 1.8% this week, on pace to break a four-week winning streak.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Friday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>% Chg</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,037.33</td>
<td>-0.4%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>41,636.55</td>
<td>-0.5%</td>
</tr>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,805.10</td>
<td>-0.6%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>20,942.13</td>
<td>-0.8%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated by 12:50 p.m.</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) slipped 0.7% to $579.36.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) eased 0.5% to $416.59.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;fell 0.8% to $509.67.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) fell 0.4% to $202.51.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Utilities Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) underperformed, down 0.7%; the&nbsp;Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>) lagged, down 1%.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Friday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTU#NASDAQ">INTU</a>) rallied 8% after reporting stronger-than-expected earnings. </li>
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Other stocks reacting to earnings report were: 
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<li>Workday, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDAY#NASDAQ">WDAY</a>) down 11.3%</li>
<li>Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>) down 0.5%</li>
<li>Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) down 10.5%</li>
<li>Deckers Outdoor Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DECK#NYSE">DECK</a>) down 19.2%</li>
<li>Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAH#NYSE">BAH</a>) down 16%</li>
<li>Cavco Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVCO#NASDAQ">CVCO</a>) down 3.1%</li>
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Stocks, Bitcoin Fall On Trump's Tariff Threats, Gold Rallies: What's Driving Markets Friday?

U.S. stocks traded lower midway through trading, with the Nasdaq Composite falling more than 1% on Friday.
The Dow traded down 0.70% to 41,566.04 while the NASDAQ fell 1.12% to 18,713.37. The S&amp;P 500 also fell, dropping, 0.87% to 5,791.25.
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Leading and Lagging Sectors Utilities shares fell by just 0.2% on Friday.
In trading on Friday, information technology stocks dipped by 1.3%.
Top Headline
Shares of Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) fell around 14% on Friday after the company issued second-quarter EPS guidance below estimates.
Ross Stores reported quarterly earnings of $1.47 per share, which beat the Street estimate of $1.44. Quarterly revenue came in at $4.99 billion, which beat the $4.97 billion consensus estimate.
Ross Stores said it sees second-quarter GAAP EPS in a range of $1.40 to $1.55, versus the $1.65 analyst estimate. "Given the varying nature of tariff announcements, we are only providing an outlook for the second quarter at this time and are withdrawing our previously provided annual sales and earnings guidance," said Conroy.
Equities Trading UP &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
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<li>Imunon, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IMNN#NASDAQ">IMNN</a>) shares shot up 186% to $1.19 after the company announced new data from its Phase 2 OVATION 2 Study of IMNN-001.</li>
<li>Shares of Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTU#NASDAQ">INTU</a>) got a boost, surging 9% to $727.45 after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results and raised guidance.</li>
<li>BloomZ Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLMZ#NASDAQ">BLMZ</a>) shares were also up, gaining 60% to $0.2149 after the company announced a business alliance with M-NEXT holdings.</li>
</ul>
Equities Trading DOWN
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Deckers Outdoor Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DECK#NYSE">DECK</a>) shares dropped 21% to $100.08 after the company reported fourth-quarter financial results for fiscal 2025 after the market close on Thursday. Deckers expects first-quarter revenue of $890 million to $910 million versus estimates of $925.86 million. The company anticipates first-quarter earnings of 62 cents to 67 cents per share versus estimates of 81 cents per share.</li>
<li>Shares of Bicara Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BCAX#NASDAQ">BCAX</a>) were down 44% to $8.81 after the company announced a publication of phase 1/1b trial data for ficerafusp alfa showing mixed results, with median survival still unreached and limited clarity on long-term efficacy.</li>
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Gold Gains Over 1%; Ross Stores Shares Dip After Pulling Fiscal 2026 Outlook

Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) posted better-than-expected quarterly results, but issued second-quarter <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ROST/earnings">EPS guidance below estimates.</a>
Ross Stores reported quarterly earnings of $1.47 per share, which beat the Street estimate of $1.44. Quarterly revenue came in at $4.99 billion, which beat the $4.97 billion consensus estimate.
Ross Stores said it sees second-quarter GAAP EPS in a range of $1.40 to $1.55, versus the $1.65 analyst estimate.
"Despite the slower start to the spring selling season in February, our monthly sales performance improved sharply, month after month, for the balance of the quarter. For the first quarter, sales and earnings performed at the high end of our expectations while operating margin of 12.2% was flat year-over-year," Jim Conroy, CEO of Ross Stores, commented. "Given the varying nature of tariff announcements, we are only providing an outlook for the second quarter at this time and are withdrawing our previously provided annual sales and earnings guidance."
Ross Stores shares dipped 13.1% to $132.32 on Friday.
These analysts made changes to their price targets on Ross Stores following earnings announcement.
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<li>JP Morgan analyst Matthew Boss maintained Ross Stores with an Overweight rating and lowered the price target from $161 to $141.</li>
<li>Evercore ISI Group analyst Michael Binetti maintained Ross Stores with an Outperform rating and lowered the price target from $170 to $160.</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley analyst Alex Straton maintained Ross Stores with an Equal-Weight rating and lowered the price target from $128 to $126.</li>
<li>Loop Capital analyst Laura Champine maintained Ross Stores with a Buy and lowered the price target from $175 to $170.</li>
<li>Barclays analyst Adrienne Yih maintained the stock with an Overweight rating and cut the price target from $157 to $156.</li>
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These Analysts Slash Their Forecasts On Ross Stores Following Q1 Results

Wells Fargo analyst Ike Boruchow maintains Ross Stores (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $155 to $150.

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