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May 03, 2025
Ross Stores Q1 2025 Earnings Report
Ross Stores posted slightly improved earnings and sales in Q1 2025, with results at the high end of guidance.
Key Takeaways
Ross Stores delivered solid Q1 2025 results, with EPS slightly up and revenue reaching $5.0 billion. Despite a slow February, performance strengthened through the quarter, though net income slightly declined year-over-year.
EPS reached $1.47, up from $1.46 in the prior year.
Revenue grew to $4,984,971,000 compared to $4,858,067,000 in Q1 2024.
Net income totaled $479,249,000, a slight decrease from last year.
Operating margin remained flat YoY at 12.2%, and sales improved month by month during the quarter.
Revenue by Geographic Location
Forward Guidance
Ross Stores projects flat to 3% comparable store sales growth for Q2 2025, with EPS between $1.40 and $1.55, factoring in tariff-related costs.
Positive Outlook
- Comparable sales expected to be flat to +3% in Q2.
- Earnings guidance includes resilient profit despite tariff pressures.
- Sales trend improved throughout Q1.
- Company remains financially strong with large cash reserves.
- Seasoned executive team in place to manage uncertainties.
Challenges Ahead
- Tariff impact estimated at $0.11 to $0.16 per share in Q2.
- Annual guidance withdrawn due to uncertainty.
- Continued macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty.
- More than half of merchandise originates from China, increasing exposure to tariffs.
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