American Eagle Outfitters (AEO) Stock Overview
Operates as a multi-brand specialty retailer in the United States and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 4/6 |
| Past Performance | 1/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$16.94 |
| 52 Week High | US$28.46 |
| 52 Week Low | US$9.27 |
| Beta | 1.48 |
| 1 Month Change | -2.19% |
| 3 Month Change | -27.33% |
| 1 Year Change | 52.61% |
| 3 Year Change | 27.66% |
| 5 Year Change | -53.97% |
| Change since IPO | 1,805.73% |
Recent News & Updates
AEO: Aerie Momentum And Share Repurchases Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have adjusted their views on American Eagle Outfitters, with price targets now ranging from $19 to $25. This reflects updated models after Q4 results, continued Aerie strength, and a cautious stance given the broader macro backdrop.American Eagle Outfitters' Shareholders Swoon For Sweeney
Apr 16AEO: Aerie Strength And Margin Discipline Will Support Future Upside Potential
Narrative Update: American Eagle Outfitters Analyst Price Target Shift The updated analyst price target for American Eagle Outfitters sits in a tighter $19 to $28 range, with several firms trimming or modestly lifting targets by $1 to $7 as analysts factor in solid recent results, Aerie brand resilience, tighter promotions, and a more uncertain macro backdrop into slightly lower growth and a modestly reduced future P/E assumption. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on American Eagle Outfitters reflects a mix of optimism on execution and caution on the risk and reward trade off.Recent updates
AEO: Aerie Momentum And Share Repurchases Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have adjusted their views on American Eagle Outfitters, with price targets now ranging from $19 to $25. This reflects updated models after Q4 results, continued Aerie strength, and a cautious stance given the broader macro backdrop.American Eagle Outfitters' Shareholders Swoon For Sweeney
Apr 16AEO: Aerie Strength And Margin Discipline Will Support Future Upside Potential
Narrative Update: American Eagle Outfitters Analyst Price Target Shift The updated analyst price target for American Eagle Outfitters sits in a tighter $19 to $28 range, with several firms trimming or modestly lifting targets by $1 to $7 as analysts factor in solid recent results, Aerie brand resilience, tighter promotions, and a more uncertain macro backdrop into slightly lower growth and a modestly reduced future P/E assumption. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on American Eagle Outfitters reflects a mix of optimism on execution and caution on the risk and reward trade off.AEO: Aerie Execution And Margin Discipline Will Drive Bullish Outlook
Analysts have trimmed the consolidated price target for American Eagle Outfitters to about $23.89 from $25.78. This reflects a mix of reduced targets tied to a tougher macro backdrop and model resets after Q4, partly offset by support from Aerie strength, margin discipline and modest upward revisions from firms that remain Neutral on the stock.
AEO: Holiday Margin Discipline And Aerie Strength Will Shape Fairly Balanced Outlook
The analyst price target for American Eagle Outfitters has been reduced by $1 to $19. Analysts cited slightly lower modeled revenue growth and a higher discount rate, while still noting firm profit margins and a lower assumed future P/E multiple.AEO: Holiday Margin Discipline Will Test Weak Brand Positioning Risk
Analysts have raised their blended price targets on American Eagle Outfitters to a range of $20 to $28, citing disciplined margins in a promotional retail environment and a holiday update that exceeded expectations, while also highlighting ongoing challenges related to brand positioning and demand visibility. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a mixed setup for American Eagle Outfitters, with higher price targets sitting alongside cautious ratings and concerns about execution and growth visibility.AEO: Holiday Earnings Will Expose Margin Risks In Promotional Retail Environment
Narrative Update The analyst price target for American Eagle Outfitters has been raised to $20 from $18. Analysts point to recent price target increases across several firms, commentary around solid holiday performance, disciplined margins in a promotional retail setting, and expectations for upcoming earnings as key supports for the new fair value estimate and the updated P/E and margin assumptions.AEO: Holiday Execution And Margin Discipline Will Test Brand Momentum
Narrative Update on American Eagle Outfitters The updated analyst price target for American Eagle Outfitters moves to US$25.78 from US$22.88, as analysts point to a solid holiday update, disciplined promotions and inventory management, along with a revised future P/E assumption that aligns more closely with recent sector research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on American Eagle Outfitters reflects a mix of optimism around execution and caution around brand strength and sector risk.AEO: Q3 Earnings Will Test Holiday Hype And Macro Tailwinds
Analysts have raised their price expectations for American Eagle Outfitters to a range of approximately $22 to $24, citing sector-wide optimism around inventory discipline, potential benefits from lower interest rates and gas prices, and a likely catalyst from the upcoming Q3 earnings update. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more balanced setup for American Eagle Outfitters, with some optimism around sector trends offset by lingering concerns about demand and execution risk.AEO: Q3 Earnings Are Expected To Expose Overstretched Holiday Optimism
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for American Eagle Outfitters from $10.00 to $18.00 per share. This reflects increased confidence in faster revenue growth, improved profit margins, and a more constructive outlook on the company’s future earnings multiple following recent positive price target revisions and expectations for a Q3 earnings catalyst.AEO: Marketing Momentum And Q3 Earnings Are Expected To Test Margins
Analysts have raised their price target on American Eagle Outfitters by about $6.50 per share to approximately $22.90, citing expectations for stronger revenue growth, improving profit margins, a slightly lower discount rate, and a supportive earnings catalyst as justification for the higher valuation multiple. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight that the modest price target increase reflects growing confidence in the company’s ability to sustain revenue momentum while expanding margins, supporting a higher valuation multiple over the near to medium term.American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE:AEO) Stocks Shoot Up 27% But Its P/E Still Looks Reasonable
Dec 02
AEO: Marketing Campaign Momentum Will Face Margin Pressure Into Next Year
Analysts have modestly increased their price target for American Eagle Outfitters, with the fair value estimate edging up from $16.39 to $16.44. This reflects expectations for operational recovery and improved sales momentum highlighted in recent research notes.AEO: Brand Campaigns And Margin Headwinds Will Shape Measured Outlook
American Eagle Outfitters' analyst price target has increased from $15.94 to $16.39. This reflects ongoing signs of stabilization, an improved Q2 performance, and renewed optimism around the Aerie brand.American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE:AEO) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.125
Sep 20Expanding Aerie And OFFLINE Will Boost Engagement, But Consumer Uncertainty May Pose Challenges Ahead
American Eagle Outfitters’ price target was raised to $15.94 as analysts cited a strong Q2 EPS beat, operational recovery, and outperformance at Aerie, while noting ongoing cost headwinds may temper future upside. Analyst Commentary Strong Q2 EPS beat driven by lower promotional activity, disciplined spending, improved sell-through, and better gross margins.Some May Be Optimistic About American Eagle Outfitters' (NYSE:AEO) Earnings
Sep 17Digital Channel Pressures And Rising Tariffs Will Erode Margins
Analysts have raised their price target for American Eagle Outfitters to $15.17, citing stronger Q2 results from improved sales, lower promotions, better inventory management, and successful brand initiatives, though some caution remains on margin pressures and sustainability. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight strong Q2 EPS beats driven by improved sales, lower promotional activity, and better inventory management.American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.'s (NYSE:AEO) Price Is Right But Growth Is Lacking After Shares Rocket 27%
Aug 20American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE:AEO) Is Looking To Continue Growing Its Returns On Capital
May 25Is American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE:AEO) Trading At A 49% Discount?
May 09American Eagle Outfitters: Positive Comps Growth And Deep Value Prices Make It An Appealing Buy
Apr 29American Eagle Outfitters' (NYSE:AEO) Dividend Will Be $0.125
Apr 06American Eagle Outfitters: I No Longer Think FY 2025 Will Be A Good Year (Rating Downgrade)
Mar 25American Eagle Is Cheap Cyclically But Peers Are More Attractive
Mar 18American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE:AEO) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.125
Mar 16Shareholder Returns
| AEO | US Specialty Retail | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -5.4% | -1.9% | 0.6% |
| 1Y | 52.6% | 10.6% | 28.7% |
Return vs Industry: AEO exceeded the US Specialty Retail industry which returned 10.6% over the past year.
Return vs Market: AEO exceeded the US Market which returned 28.7% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| AEO volatility | |
|---|---|
| AEO Average Weekly Movement | 7.7% |
| Specialty Retail Industry Average Movement | 7.6% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.3% |
Stable Share Price: AEO has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: AEO's weekly volatility (8%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | 27,500 | Jay Schottenstein | www.aeo-inc.com |
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. operates as a multi-brand specialty retailer in the United States and internationally. It provides jeans, apparel and accessories, and personal care products for women and men under the American Eagle brand; and intimates, apparel, activewear, and swim collections under the Aerie and OFFLINE by Aerie brands. The company also offers menswear products under the Todd Snyder New York brand; and fashion clothing and accessories under the Unsubscribed brand.
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| AEO fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$2.90b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$191.98m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$5.55b |
14.7x
P/E Ratio0.5x
P/S RatioIs AEO overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| AEO income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$5.55b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$3.52b |
| Gross Profit | US$2.03b |
| Other Expenses | US$1.83b |
| Earnings | US$191.98m |
Last Reported Earnings
Jan 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 1.15 |
| Gross Margin | 36.51% |
| Net Profit Margin | 3.46% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 0% |
How did AEO perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
3.0%
Current Dividend Yield45%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/01 22:13 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/01/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/01/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. is covered by 37 analysts. 11 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Matthew McClintock | Barclays |
| Adrienne Yih-Tennant | Barclays |
| Lorraine Corrine Hutchinson | BofA Global Research |