American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.
AEOConsumer CyclicalNASDAQApparel Retail · Last scanned Jul 18, 2026
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Daily timeframeAmerican Eagle Outfitters, Inc. operates as a multi-brand specialty retailer in the United States and internationally. The company carries a $2.85B market cap, placing it firmly in the mid-cap category. 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.
Market Cap
$2.85B
Beta
1.29
P/E (TTM)
10.99
P/E (Fwd)
8.75
EPS (TTM)
$1.55
EPS (Fwd)
$1.95
ROE
17.6%
ROA
6.8%
Cash
$103.3M
Total Debt
$1.87B
Free CF
$144.0M
52W Change
71.3%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. carries $1.87B in total debt against $103.3M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 18.2x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Free cash flow comes in at $144.0M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 17.6%, which is strong for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. An ROA of 6.8% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $4.99B to $5.55B.
The debt-to-cash ratio suggests meaningful leverage on the balance sheet, a factor worth monitoring if credit conditions tighten. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing AEO.