Jim Cramer Discussed Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:ROST) & TJX
Jim Cramer discussed the performance of TJX (NYSE:TJX) and Ross Stores (NASDAQ:ROST), noting their divergent share prices in 2026. TJX is down 8.9% YTD, while Ross Stores is up 30%. Cramer attributed Ross Stores' performance to its CEO, Jim Conroy. TJX reported Q2 earnings, with comparable same-store sales up 4% and raised full-year profit margin guidance to 11.2% and EPS to $4.09-$4.13. Ross Stores reported strong earnings, beating revenue and earnings estimates, with comparable store sales up
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Why it matters
Earnings and guidance updates drive immediate price moves; investors must weigh valuation versus growth.
Market read
Earnings releases for two large off‑price retailers create short‑term trading opportunities and sector re‑rating.
What to watch
Potential wage inflation and shipping constraints could pressure margins for both retailers.
Background
Jim Cramer highlighted the performance gap between TJX and Ross Stores, noting CEO impact and valuation concerns.
Ticker impact
TJX reported Q2 earnings, raised full-year margin guidance to 11.2% and EPS to $4.09‑$4.13, and its stock fell 4.2% after the release.
Potential short‑term downside as investors reassess valuation multiples.
Guidance at the high end of historic range limits upside; modest price drop reflects market caution.
Ross Stores posted Q2 earnings beat, 10% comparable store sales growth and raised its full‑year earnings guide, sending the stock up 4.4%.
Likely modest rally in the near term, with risk if sales slowdown materialises.
Revenue and earnings beat support price, but valuation compression and short‑interest remain concerns.
Market effects
Off‑price retail sector may see divergent performance as margins tighten.
U.S. consumer discretionary sentiment affected by mixed earnings.
Limited to U.S. retail investors; no broader macro impact.
Counterpoint
Despite earnings beat, Ross's high forward P/E and short‑interest could signal overbought conditions.
Key entities
- personJim Cramer
CNBC host providing commentary on the two retailers.



