ROST — Ross Stores, Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Consumer Cyclical sector| Metric | ROST | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.79% | 2.48% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 41.56% | 10.79% |
| Payout Ratio | 26.3% | 36.2% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 24 | 14 |
| 1Y Total Return | +71.7% | 6.4% |
Grades compare this stock to Consumer Cyclical sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
10.20%
3-Year Growth
9.32%
5-Year Growth
41.56%
10-Year Growth
8.68%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Mar 13, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 31, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2026 | $0.4450 | +9.88% |
| Dec 9, 2025 | $0.4050 | 0.00% |
| Sep 9, 2025 | $0.4050 | 0.00% |
| Jun 10, 2025 | $0.4050 | 0.00% |
| Mar 18, 2025 | $0.4050 | +10.20% |
| Dec 10, 2024 | $0.3675 | 0.00% |
| Sep 10, 2024 | $0.3675 | 0.00% |
| Jun 11, 2024 | $0.3675 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2024 | $0.3675 | +9.70% |
| Dec 4, 2023 | $0.3350 | 0.00% |
| Sep 1, 2023 | $0.3350 | 0.00% |
| Jun 5, 2023 | $0.3350 | 0.00% |
| Mar 13, 2023 | $0.3350 | +8.06% |
| Dec 5, 2022 | $0.3100 | 0.00% |
| Sep 2, 2022 | $0.3100 | 0.00% |
| Jun 6, 2022 | $0.3100 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2022 | $0.3100 | +8.77% |
| Dec 6, 2021 | $0.2850 | 0.00% |
| Sep 3, 2021 | $0.2850 | 0.00% |
| Jun 7, 2021 | $0.2850 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
26.3%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
53.8%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $1.48 | $202.34M |
| Q2 2026 | $1.57 | $466.63M |
| Q1 2025 | $1.47 | $232.67M |
| Q2 2025 | $1.60 | $394.63M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Ross Stores, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 0.79%.
What is ROST's dividend yield?
ROST's current dividend yield is 0.79%. The annual dividend is $1.66.
When is ROST's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for ROST has not been announced yet.
How many years has Ross Stores, Inc. increased its dividend?
Ross Stores, Inc. has increased its dividend for 5 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.