[SCHEDULE 13G/A] ROSS STORES, INC. Amended Passive Investment Disclosure
BlackRock holds 8% stake in Ross Stores
BlackRock, Inc. filed an amended Schedule 13G reporting beneficial ownership of 25,664,414 shares of Ross Stores, Inc. common stock, representing 8.0% of the class as of June 30, 2026.
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BlackRock, Inc. filed an amended Schedule 13G reporting beneficial ownership of 25,664,414 shares of Ross Stores, Inc. common stock, representing 8.0% of the class as of June 30, 2026. BlackRock reports sole voting power over 23,825,271 shares and sole dispositive power over all 25,664,414 shares, with no shared voting or dispositive power.
Various underlying clients and funds have economic rights to dividends and sale proceeds in these shares, but no single other person is reported to hold more than five percent of Ross Stores’ outstanding common shares through these arrangements.
Key Figures
Shares beneficially owned:25,664,414 sharesPercent of class owned:8.0%Sole voting power:23,825,271 shares+4 more
7 metrics
Shares beneficially owned25,664,414 sharesRoss Stores common stock beneficially owned by BlackRock as of June 30, 2026
Percent of class owned8.0%Portion of Ross Stores common stock class reported by BlackRock
Sole voting power23,825,271 sharesShares of Ross Stores over which BlackRock has sole power to vote
Shared voting power0 sharesShares of Ross Stores over which BlackRock has shared voting power
Sole dispositive power25,664,414 sharesShares of Ross Stores over which BlackRock can solely direct disposition
Shared dispositive power0 sharesShares of Ross Stores with shared dispositive power reported by BlackRock
Amendment numberAmendment No. 18Amendment sequence of BlackRock’s Schedule 13G for Ross Stores
Key Terms
beneficially owned, Sole Voting Power, dispositive power, Schedule 13G, +1 more
5 terms
beneficially ownedfinancial
"reflects the securities beneficially owned, or deemed to be beneficially owned, by certain business units"
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
Sole Voting Powerfinancial
"5 | Sole Voting Power 23,825,271.00 6 | Shared Voting Power 0.00"
Sole voting power is the exclusive right to cast votes attached to a shareholder’s stock without needing approval from anyone else. Like holding the only remote control for a TV, it lets that holder decide corporate matters such as board members, mergers, and policy changes, making it important to investors because it concentrates control and can strongly influence a company’s strategy and the value of its shares.
dispositive powerfinancial
"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 25664414"
Dispositive power is the authority to decide the final outcome of an asset, legal claim, contract, or corporate action — in effect the power to dispose of or resolve something. For investors it matters because whoever holds that authority can determine who gets paid, who controls an asset or vote, and how risks and returns are allocated; think of it like holding the key that lets you lock in the winner or loser in a deal.
Schedule 13Gregulatory
"In accordance with SEC Release No. 34-39538 (January 12, 1998), this reflects the securities"
A Schedule 13G is a formal document that investors file with the government when they acquire a large ownership stake in a company, usually for investment purposes rather than control. It helps keep the public informed about who owns significant parts of a company's shares, which can influence how the company is managed and how investors make decisions. Filing this schedule is important for transparency and understanding the ownership landscape of publicly traded companies.
parent holding companyregulatory
"Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company"
FAQ
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What percentage of Ross Stores (ROST) does BlackRock currently report owning?
BlackRock reports beneficial ownership of 8.0% of Ross Stores’ common stock. This corresponds to 25,664,414 shares as disclosed in the Schedule 13G/A for the period ending June 30, 2026.
How many Ross Stores (ROST) shares does BlackRock have voting power over?
BlackRock reports sole voting power over 23,825,271 shares of Ross Stores common stock. It reports no shared voting power, indicating voting authority is concentrated within BlackRock’s reporting business units.
How many Ross Stores (ROST) shares can BlackRock dispose of under this filing?
BlackRock reports sole dispositive power over 25,664,414 shares of Ross Stores common stock. It reports no shared dispositive power, meaning only BlackRock’s reporting business units control decisions to sell these shares.
Do any BlackRock clients hold more than 5% of Ross Stores (ROST) through this stake?
The filing states that various persons have rights to dividends or sale proceeds, but that no one person’s interest in Ross Stores common stock exceeds five percent of the total outstanding common shares.
What type of filing did BlackRock submit for its Ross Stores (ROST) position?
BlackRock submitted an Amendment No. 18 to Schedule 13G for Ross Stores common stock. This form is used to report or update passive beneficial ownership exceeding certain thresholds.
Who signed the BlackRock Schedule 13G/A regarding Ross Stores (ROST)?
The filing was signed by Spencer Fleming, identified as a Managing Director of BlackRock, Inc., with the signature dated July 29, 2026, under a filed power of attorney (Exhibit 24).
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
(Amendment No. 18)
ROSS STORES INC
(Name of Issuer)
Common Stock
(Title of Class of Securities)
778296103
(CUSIP Number)
06/30/2026
(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)
Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:
Rule 13d-1(b)
Rule 13d-1(c)
Rule 13d-1(d)
schemaVersion:
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
778296103
1
Names of Reporting Persons
BlackRock, Inc.
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
DELAWARE
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
23,825,271.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
25,664,414.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
25,664,414.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
8.0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
ROSS STORES INC
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
5130 HACIENDA DRIVE DUBLIN CA 94568
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
BlackRock, Inc.
In accordance with SEC Release No. 34-39538 (January 12, 1998), this Schedule 13G reflects the securities beneficially owned, or deemed to be beneficially owned, by certain business units (collectively, the "Reporting Business Units") of BlackRock, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates. It does not include securities, if any, beneficially owned by other business units whose beneficial ownership of securities are disaggregated from that of the Reporting Business Units in accordance with such release.
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
BlackRock, Inc., 50 Hudson Yards New York, NY 10001
(c)
Citizenship:
See Item 4 of Cover Page
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Common Stock
(e)
CUSIP No.:
778296103
Item 3.
If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)
Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)
Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)
Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)
Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)
An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)
An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)
A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)
A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)
A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)
A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J),
please specify the type of institution:
(k)
Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.
Ownership
(a)
Amount beneficially owned:
25664414
(b)
Percent of class:
8.0 %
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
23825271
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
0
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
25664414
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
0
Item 5.
Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
Not Applicable
Item 6.
Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
If any other person is known to have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, such securities, a statement to that effect should be included in response to this item and, if such interest relates to more than 5 percent of the class, such person should be identified. A listing of the shareholders of an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or the beneficiaries of employee benefit plan, pension fund or endowment fund is not required.
Various persons have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of the common stock of ROSS STORES INC. No one person's interest in the common stock of ROSS STORES INC is more than five percent of the total outstanding common shares.
Item 7.
Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary.
See Exhibit 99
Item 8.
Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
Not Applicable
Item 9.
Notice of Dissolution of Group.
Not Applicable
Item 10.
Certifications:
By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under § 240.14a-11.
SIGNATURE
After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.
