Ross Stores — Aug 21, 2025 release

However, given the uncertainty associated with the macroeconomic environment, we will maintain a somewhat cautious approach to planning our business for the balance of the year.” Mr. Conroy continued, “For both the third and fourth quarters, we are planning comparable store sales growth of up 2% to 3%. If the second half of 2025 performs in line with these sales projections, earnings per share for the third quarter are projected to be $1.31 to $1.37 versus $1.48 last year, and $1.74 to $1.81 for the fourth quarter compared to $1.79 in 2024. These guidance ranges include an approximate $0.07 to $0.08 and $0.04 to $0.06 per share cost impact from the announced tariffs for the third and fourth quarters, respectively.” Mr. Conroy added, “Based on our first half results and second half guidance, earnings per share for the 52 weeks ending January 31, 2026 are now planned to be in the range of $6.08 to $6.21 versus $6.32 last year. For fiscal 2025, we anticipate approximately $0.22 to $0.25 per share impact from announced trade policies. As a reminder, last year’s fourth quarter and full year’s results included a one-time benefit to earnings, equivalent to approximately $0.14 per share, related to the sale of a packaway facility.” Mr. Conroy concluded, “We expect the current uncertainty in the macro and geopolitical environments to persist through the remainder of the year. In addition, we anticipate pricing across retail will move higher as we progress through the year, which will le