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American Eagle Outfitters targets mid-single-digit comp sales growth and $390M–$410M operating profit in 2026 while expanding Aerie and OFFLINE

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American Eagle Outfitters targets mid-single-digit comp sales growth and $390M–$410M operating profit in 2026 while expanding Aerie and OFFLINE Earnings Call Insights: American Eagle Outfitters (AEO) Q4 2025 MANAGEMENT VIEW * Jay Schottenstein, Executive Chairman and CEO, credited a "deliberate action plan" for ignitin…
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  • 80% of annual operating profit expected to be generated in second half of 2026 due to tariff and advertising spend timing

    80% confidence

  • All categories really worked at Aerie with continued momentum into Q1

    80% confidence

  • Intimates saw great success in Q4 and continuing that momentum into Q1

    80% confidence

  • Aerie and OFFLINE delivered 23% comp growth with broad-based demand

    80% confidence

  • No specific intent around tariff pass-through pricing

    80% confidence

  • Planning 35-40 openings for Aerie and OFFLINE in 2026 and 25-35 net closings for American Eagle

    80% confidence

  • Gross margin expected in mid to high 30% range in Q1 2026, lower in Q2, with improvement in second half as tariffs are cycled

    80% confidence

  • Deliberate action plan ignited growth, improved profitability, and fueled strong finish to 2025

    80% confidence

  • Q1 2026 comparable sales expected to grow in high single digits, with American Eagle in positive low single digits and Aerie OFFLINE in double digits

    80% confidence

  • Planning at least 60 store remodels in 2026, with remodeled stores outperforming chain average

    80% confidence

  • Full-year 2026 operating profit expected in range of $390M to $410M based on mid-single digit comparable sales growth

    80% confidence

  • Expected annual savings of $20 million from Quiet Logistics exit and corporate restructuring

    80% confidence

  • Commitment to product leadership continues to be a key engine driving business

    80% confidence

  • Company exited Q4 2025 with record brand awareness and double-digit customer acquisition

    80% confidence

  • OFFLINE had steady sales in active bottoms and double-digit growth in sports bras, tops and fashion bottoms

    80% confidence

  • Strong performance in Q4 is testament to work with results coming in ahead of expectations across margins and profitability

    80% confidence

  • Confident that we have only just begun to scratch the surface of this brand's massive and long-term potential

    80% confidence

  • Aerie strength has been broad-based across all categories

    80% confidence

  • Expect some pressure in denim but also getting into new categories that are trending

    80% confidence
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