Abercrombie & Fitch Company (ANF)vsRoss Stores Inc (ROST)
ANF
Abercrombie & Fitch Company
$100.31
-2.13%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $4.20B
ROST
Ross Stores Inc
$251.96
+0.37%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $76.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ross Stores Inc generates 350% more annual revenue ($23.78B vs $5.28B). ROST leads profitability with a 9.7% profit margin vs 9.3%. ROST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.79. ROST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ANF
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
ROST
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-68.1%
Fair Value
$59.10
Current Price
$100.31
$41.21 premium
Margin of Safety
-8.3%
Fair Value
$177.87
Current Price
$251.96
$74.09 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 20.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 37.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
1.5% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ANF
The strongest argument for ANF centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : ROST
The strongest argument for ROST centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 20.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ANF
The primary concerns for ANF are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : ROST
The primary concerns for ROST are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ANF profiles as a value stock while ROST is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ANF carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
ROST is growing revenue faster at 20.6% — sustainability is the question.
ROST generates stronger free cash flow (627M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ROST scores higher overall (64/100 vs 50/100) and 20.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Abercrombie & Fitch Company
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
Abercrombie & Fitch Co., is a specialty retailer. The company is headquartered in New Albany, Ohio.
Ross Stores Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
Ross Stores, Inc., operating under the brand name Ross Dress for Less, is an American chain of discount department stores headquartered in Dublin, California.
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