Ross Stores Inc

ROST is in a Stage 3 distribution phase with a clear breakdown below the 9/20/50 EMA zone and a bearish pivot point signaling further structural repair. Short-term momentum is negative, evidenced by price rejection at key EMAs and a downtrend in the ST trend. Medium-term bias remains bearish with no bullish patterns active, while the long-term uptrend above the 200-day SMA provides structural context but lacks a fresh catalyst. Execution favors active selling into the 230–233 resistance range rather than initiating new longs.

• ↑Q1 sales reached $6.0B (+21% YoY); comps up 17%.
• ↑EPS rose 37% to $2.02; margins expanded 120 bps to 13.4%.
• ↓Tariff-related costs trimmed ~5¢ EPS in Q3, pressuring margins.