Are you a fan of discount stores? Then we have good news for you! The famous chain Ross has announced that, this month, it opened 19 new stores across different locations in the United States. Here’s where they are so you can go shop and enjoy the deals.
Where did Ross open new stores?
Through a statement, the retailer reported the opening of three DD’s Discounts branches and 16 Ross Dress for Less stores, all of which are already operating normally. These stores are located in 14 states across the country, particularly in the following:
Ross Dress for Less
- Connecticut
- Minnesota
- New Jersey
- New York
DD’s Discounts
- California
- Georgia
- Texas
The company aims to open a total of 90 new stores during fiscal year 2025, including 80 Ross branches and 10 DD’s Discounts locations. According to Richard Lietz, Executive Vice President of Real Estate Development, the goal is to surpass 2,900 stores nationwide.
“If we look long-term, we remain confident that Ross can grow to 2,900 locations and that DD’s Discounts can become a 700-store chain, given the ongoing consumer focus on value and convenience,” he said.
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How many Ross stores are there in the U.S.?
Currently, the company has a total of 2,205 Ross Dress for Less and DD’s Discounts locations in 44 states, the District of Columbia, and Guam.
What can you find at Ross?
The retail chain offers high-quality, seasonal, branded, and designer clothing, accessories, footwear, and home items for the entire family, with savings from 20% to 60% and daily discounts on department store and specialty items.
The company also operates 358 DD’s Discounts stores in 22 states, offering a range of moderately priced high-quality, branded, seasonal clothing, accessories, footwear, and home items for the whole family, with savings from 20% to 70%, moderate discounts on department store items, and regular discounts every day.
Why is Ross cheaper?
The clothing offered in discount stores like Ross Dress for Less typically comes from liquidations or excess inventory. Retailers often have surplus stock that needs to be sold, so they offer it at lower prices. Discount stores purchase this extra inventory directly from manufacturers or other retailers.
Are the items at Ross original?
Yes. The items displayed in the company’s discount stores are not fake or secondhand. In fact, you can find well-known brands like Tommy Hilfiger, Liz Claiborne, Timberland, Quiksilver, and Perry Ellis.
Who is Ross’s target audience?
The company’s target market consists of men and women aged 18 to 54 who value affordable prices, with women making up 70-75% of the customers. Its product catalog includes a wide range of recognized brands, with various styles and trends that aim to satisfy the needs of customers both locally and regionally.
History of Ross
Ross Stores, Inc., a company listed on the S&P 500, Fortune 500, and Nasdaq 100 (ROST), is headquartered in Dublin, California, and generated fiscal revenues of $21.1 billion in 2024. It currently operates Ross Dress for Less, the largest chain of discount clothing and home goods in the United States.
Founded in 1982, the company has always aimed to offer its customers a constant variety of high-quality department store and specialty brands with significant savings through attractive offers, while ensuring a convenient, fun, and well-organized shopping experience.
As the largest discount retailer in the country, Ross has considerable purchasing power. Its buyers travel worldwide in search of the best brands and the latest trends, working directly with manufacturers to secure the best possible deals.
