Carter's [CRI] vs Ross Stores [ROST] Detailed Stock Comparison
Carter's
NYSE
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Ross Stores
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Carter's wins in 10 metrics, Ross Stores wins in 10 metrics, with 0 ties. Both stocks appear equally matched on key metrics.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Carter's | Ross Stores | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 7.26 | 23.36 | Carter's |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.40 | 8.68 | Carter's |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 132.49 | 89.95 | Ross Stores |
| PEG Ratio | 6.54 | 34.34 | Carter's |
| EV/EBITDA | 6.38 | 16.24 | Carter's |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 5.80% | 9.80% | Ross Stores |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 4.14% | 12.17% | Ross Stores |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 4.14% | 12.17% | Ross Stores |
| Return on Equity | 19.31% | 39.57% | Ross Stores |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 6.95% | 11.29% | Ross Stores |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $242.62M | $1.64B | Ross Stores |
| Dividend Yield | 8.05% | 1.22% | Carter's |
| 1-Year Return | -61.79% | -6.18% | Ross Stores |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 0.42 | 2.28 | Carter's |
| Enterprise Value | $2.00B | $49.60B | Ross Stores |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 0.71 | 2.33 | Carter's |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 46.22% | 28.16% | Carter's |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $79 | $65 | Carter's |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $4.51 | $6.33 | Ross Stores |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.98 | 1.12 | Carter's |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Carter's vs Ross Stores Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carter's | 3.83% | -3.69% | -19.39% | -21.20% | -51.35% | -52.95% |
| Ross Stores | 1.09% | -1.19% | 8.66% | -4.62% | 6.60% | -4.57% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carter's | -61.79% | -67.09% | -69.48% | -74.30% | 8.67% | -7.56% |
| Ross Stores | -6.18% | 66.88% | 55.20% | 194.78% | 1,043.01% | 2,252.50% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Carter's vs Ross Stores
| Metric | CRI | ROST |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $1.19B | $48.37B |
| Market Cap Category | Small cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 1,314,100 | 3,053,370 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 1,495,323 | 2,626,553 |
| Last Close | $26.29 | $147.21 |
| 52 Week Range | $23.38 - $71.99 | $122.36 - $163.60 |
| % from 52W High | -63.48% | -10.02% |
| All-Time High | $129.00 (Jan 22, 2018) | $163.60 (Aug 19, 2024) |
| % from All-Time High | -79.62% | -10.02% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | -0.05% | 0.03% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.59% | -0.02% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.06% | 0.10% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.04% | 0.12% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.19% | 0.40% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 132.49 | 89.95 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $23.38 | $17.03 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $8.80 | $11.57 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $275.69M | $2.40B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $185.80M | $1.15B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 8.05% | 1.22% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $2.40 | $1.56 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Carter's vs Ross Stores
| Metric | CRI | ROST |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 7.26 | 23.36 |
| Forward P/E | 6.54 | 22.10 |
| PEG Ratio | 6.54 | 34.34 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 0.42 | 2.28 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.40 | 8.68 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $1.19B | $48.37B |
| Enterprise Value | $2.00B | $49.60B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 0.71 | 2.33 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 6.38 | 16.24 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.98 | 1.12 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $23.38 | $17.03 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Carter's vs Ross 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) | CRI | ROST |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $629.83M | $4.98B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $338.74M | $3.58B |
| Gross Profit | $291.09M | $1.40B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $26.10M | $606.47M |
| EBITDA | $42.42M | $769.28M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $21.35M | $640.88M |
| Income Tax | $5.81M | $161.63M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $15.54M | $479.25M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CRI | ROST |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $320.79M | $3.78B |
| Total Current Assets | $1.05B | $6.88B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $409.35M | $4.44B |
| Long-Term Debt | $996.96M | $3.81B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $847.25M | $5.58B |
| Retained Earnings | $880.56M | $4.22B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $1.36B | $3.33B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CRI | ROST |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $-29.92M | $270.63M |
| Capital Expenditures | N/A | $-207.38M |
| Free Cash Flow | $-58.99M | $202.34M |
| Debt Repayment | N/A | $-700.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $0 | $-322.65M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | CRI | ROST |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 4.94M | 5.43M |
| Short Ratio | 3.22 | 2.15 |
| Short % of Float | 0.18% | 0.02% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 1,314,100 | 3,053,370 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 1,495,323 | 2,626,553 |
| Shares Outstanding | 36.04M | 328.81M |
| Float Shares | 35.09M | 319.42M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.03% | 0.02% |
| % Held by Institutions | 1.21% | 0.95% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Carter's vs Ross Stores
| Metric | CRI | ROST |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $2.40 | $1.56 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 8.05% | 1.22% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $2.58 | $1.43 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 1.22% | 0.28% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $7.75 | $4.28 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 10, 2025 | Jun 10, 2025 |