Ross Stores, Inc. operates two primary retail brands: Ross Dress for Less and dd's DISCOUNTS. The company's core business model revolves around opportunistic purchasing of first-quality, in-season, name-brand apparel, accessories, footwear, and home fashions, allowing it to offer merchandise at substantial discounts. Ross Dress for Less is the largest off-price apparel and home fashion chain in the U.S., with nearly 1,800 locations across 43 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and Guam. The dd's DISCOUNTS brand operates over 350 stores, primarily in Sun Belt states, offering a more moderately priced assortment targeted at lower-income households. The company leverages a highly efficient supply chain and flexible merchandising strategy to maintain its competitive position against traditional department stores and other discount retailers.
