DUBLIN, Calif — Ross Stores Inc. today announced the grand opening of 17 new stores during February and March across 11 states, including 13 Ross Dress for Less and four dd's DISCOUNTS locations.
These openings represent the first wave of the company's fiscal 2026 expansion plan to add approximately 110 new stores – about 85 Ross and 25 dd's DISCOUNTS – for a total unit growth of 5% this year.
"We are thrilled to kick off our 2026 expansion with new stores that bring great value to our customers and new jobs to communities across the country," said Richard Lietz, executive vice president, property development. "Following strong new store performance in 2025, these openings build on that momentum. We expanded Ross Dress for Less in the Mountain, Midwest, and Northeast regions while strengthening our presence in key Sunbelt states. For dd's, we added new stores in our core markets of California and Texas, as well as our inaugural location in Utah."
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In keeping with the company's commitment to supporting underprivileged youth, Ross Stores made donation to a local Boys & Girls Club or a First Book literacy partner as part of its celebration of each opening.
These contributions help deliver safe, supportive programming, the company said in a press release, and reinforce its belief that strong communities start with strong opportunities for young people.
"Looking forward, we remain confident in our long-term growth potential and see a clear path to 2,900 Ross locations and 700 dd's DISCOUNTS stores across the country," said Leitz.
A leader in off-price retail, Ross Stores buys excess inventory of well-known brands and offers the merchandise at significant discounts.
The company reported a 12% increase in total sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025 and said comparable-store sales increased 9% in the period. For the full year, sales reached a record $22.8 billion, with comparable store sales growth of 5% and earnings per share of $6.6.
“We remained focused on executing our strategy and managing the business with discipline,” Jim Conroy, the company’s chief executive officer, said in reporting the financial results. “As the year progressed, underlying trends steadily improved, reflecting the strength of our merchandising efforts, enhanced marketing programs, and improved shopping experience. This momentum built throughout the back half of the year and culminated in a strong finish, positioning us well as we move into the year ahead.”
