Ross Stores [ROST] vs Burlington Stores [BURL] Detailed Stock Comparison
Ross Stores
NASDAQ
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Burlington Stores
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Ross Stores wins in 11 metrics, Burlington Stores wins in 8 metrics, with 0 ties. Ross Stores appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Ross Stores | Burlington Stores | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 23.36 | 34.03 | Ross Stores |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 8.68 | 12.80 | Ross Stores |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 89.95 | 394.13 | Ross Stores |
| PEG Ratio | 34.34 | 1.13 | Burlington Stores |
| EV/EBITDA | 16.24 | 20.76 | Ross Stores |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 9.80% | 4.88% | Ross Stores |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 12.17% | 5.65% | Ross Stores |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 12.17% | 5.65% | Ross Stores |
| Return on Equity | 39.57% | 44.13% | Burlington Stores |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 11.29% | 5.70% | Ross Stores |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $1.64B | $-28.61M | Ross Stores |
| Dividend Yield | 1.22% | N/A | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | -5.71% | 0.66% | Burlington Stores |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 2.28 | 1.63 | Burlington Stores |
| Enterprise Value | $49.60B | $22.26B | Ross Stores |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 2.33 | 2.07 | Burlington Stores |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 28.16% | 43.89% | Burlington Stores |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $65 | $170 | Burlington Stores |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $6.33 | $8.16 | Burlington Stores |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.12 | 1.69 | Ross Stores |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Ross Stores vs Burlington Stores Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Stores | -1.03% | -2.62% | 9.20% | -5.12% | 5.22% | -4.10% |
| Burlington Stores | -0.15% | -3.49% | 1.24% | 3.44% | 14.60% | -2.97% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Stores | -5.71% | 67.72% | 55.97% | 196.26% | 1,048.74% | 2,264.30% |
| Burlington Stores | 0.66% | 91.50% | 36.94% | 418.34% | 971.11% | 971.11% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Ross Stores vs Burlington Stores
| Metric | ROST | BURL |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $48.37B | $17.52B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 3,053,370 | 838,830 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 2,626,553 | 900,463 |
| Last Close | $146.35 | $277.31 |
| 52 Week Range | $122.36 - $163.60 | $212.92 - $298.89 |
| % from 52W High | -10.54% | -7.22% |
| All-Time High | $163.60 (Aug 19, 2024) | $357.34 (Aug 09, 2021) |
| % from All-Time High | -10.54% | -22.40% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.03% | 0.06% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.02% | 0.28% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.10% | 0.05% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.12% | 0.06% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.40% | 0.44% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 89.95 | 394.13 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $17.03 | $21.70 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $11.57 | $5.96 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $2.40B | $785.10M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $1.15B | $-447,930,624 |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 1.22% | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.56 | N/A |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Ross Stores vs Burlington Stores
| Metric | ROST | BURL |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 23.36 | 34.03 |
| Forward P/E | 22.10 | 28.87 |
| PEG Ratio | 34.34 | 1.13 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 2.28 | 1.63 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 8.68 | 12.80 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $48.37B | $17.52B |
| Enterprise Value | $49.60B | $22.26B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 2.33 | 2.07 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 16.24 | 20.76 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.12 | 1.69 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $17.03 | $21.70 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Ross Stores vs Burlington Stores
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | ROST | BURL |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $4.98B | $2.50B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $3.58B | $1.41B |
| Gross Profit | $1.40B | $1.10B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $606.47M | $139.09M |
| EBITDA | $769.28M | $241.09M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $640.88M | $132.87M |
| Income Tax | $161.63M | $32.04M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $479.25M | $100.83M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | ROST | BURL |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $3.78B | $371.09M |
| Total Current Assets | $6.88B | $2.07B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $4.44B | $1.96B |
| Long-Term Debt | $3.81B | $4.92B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $5.58B | $1.35B |
| Retained Earnings | $4.22B | $1.59B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $3.33B | $6.11B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | ROST | BURL |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $270.63M | $-37.17M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-207.38M | $-412.68M |
| Free Cash Flow | $202.34M | $-447.01M |
| Debt Repayment | $-700.00M | $-159.28M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-322.65M | $-127.56M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | ROST | BURL |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 5.43M | 2.97M |
| Short Ratio | 2.15 | 3.17 |
| Short % of Float | 0.02% | 0.06% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 3,053,370 | 838,830 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 2,626,553 | 900,463 |
| Shares Outstanding | 328.81M | 63.28M |
| Float Shares | 319.42M | 62.01M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.02% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.95% | 1.23% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Ross Stores vs Burlington Stores
| Metric | ROST | BURL |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.56 | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 1.22% | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $1.43 | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.28% | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $4.28 | N/A |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 10, 2025 | N/A |