Gf Fund Management 13F: Cuts Ross Stores (ROST) Stake by $7.7M
Key Points
- Gf Fund Management's reported value in Ross Stores now stands at about $4.25 billion, with the cut representing a 20.2% decrease in its holdings.
- Gf Fund Management held 130,719 $ROST shares at quarter end, down 20.23% from the prior quarter.
- The stock recently traded around $234.11, which is about 0.3% below its closing price of $234.81 on the filing date.
- Ross Stores has a market cap of approximately $73.3 billion and a P/E ratio of 27.7, indicating strong growth potential.
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On October 26, 2026, Gf Fund Management cut its position in Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) by 33,154 shares, bringing its total to 130,719 shares. This change is valued at about $30.5 million, reflecting a 20.2% decrease in the fund's stake during the quarter ending September 30, 2026. The data comes from the fund's latest Form 13F filing with the SEC.
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Where Ross Stores Fits in Gf Fund Management's Portfolio
Gf Fund Management's holdings in Ross Stores represent 0.72% of its total reported value of $4.25 billion. The fund ranks 30th among its 616 reported positions, indicating a significant but smaller stake relative to its overall portfolio.
Ross Stores, Inc. Stock Up 2.1%
Ross Stores shares recently traded around $234.11, which is about 0.3% below the closing price of $234.81 on the filing date. The stock is currently above its 50-day moving average of $231.73 and its 200-day moving average of $221.44, but it is 8.9% below its 52-week high of $257.00.
Recent Earnings
Ross Stores reported trailing twelve-month revenue of approximately $24.5 billion, with an EPS of $8.27. The company has shown a revenue growth of 13.3% year-over-year and is expected to report its next earnings on November 19, 2026.
Dividend
Ross Stores pays an annual dividend of $1.78 per share, which gives it a yield of 0.78%. The dividend payout ratio is 20.6%, indicating a sustainable dividend policy.
Insider Buying and Selling at Ross Stores, Inc.
Several insiders sold shares earlier this year, including CEO James Grant Conroy, who sold 49,205 shares at an average price of $229.48 on September 14, 2026, totaling approximately $11.3 million. Other insiders also made sales, reflecting a range of transactions among the company's leadership.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On October 26, 2026, UBS upgraded Ross Stores to a Buy rating with a new price target of $315. This follows previous ratings from firms like Citigroup and Jefferies, which also maintained Buy ratings with targets of $290 and $285, respectively. The consensus from analysts suggests a mean target price of $268, indicating potential upside from the current levels.
About Ross Stores, Inc.
Ross Stores, Inc. operates off-price retail stores under the Ross Dress for Less and dd's DISCOUNTS brands. The company offers a wide range of apparel and home products for middle-income households. With a strong market presence, Ross Stores continues to focus on providing value to its customers.
Bottom Line
Investors will want to watch for Ross Stores' upcoming earnings report on November 19, 2026, as well as any further filings from Gf Fund Management regarding its stake in the company. The recent cut in holdings indicates a shift in strategy, and how this plays out in future quarters will be worth monitoring.
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Source: Gf Fund Management's 13F filing on $ROST (Oct 26, 2026). 13F filings show holdings as of the end of the reporting quarter and may not reflect the fund's current position. Written by software, not financial advice. How we make alerts