Valuation dashboard for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO) with P/E 9.93, P/B 1.84, EV/EBITDA 7.15 and dividend yield 2.57%. DCF, Graham Number, EPS growth, peer multiples and dividend discount models plus sector comparison against other Consumer Cyclical companies.
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO) operates as a distinct fashion and lifestyle retail enterprise, offering a wide array of clothing, accessories, and personal care items. Its primary offerings are sold under the established American Eagle and Aerie labels. The American Eagle brand features various jeans, specialized apparel, and fashion accessories catering to both men and women.
Analysis Summary
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. reported revenue of $5.50B in the most recent fiscal year, growing at a 5-year CAGR of 7.9%.
Trailing-twelve-month margins: gross margin 37.2%, operating margin 9.3%, net margin 5.9%.
At $19.46 (closing price, October 28, 2026), AEO trades at a P/E of 9.93 and an ROE of 20.04%. Market capitalisation stands at $3.3B.
Balance sheet quality for AEO: current ratio of 1.5. A debt-to-equity below 1.0 typically signals conservative capital structure, while a current ratio above 1.5 indicates comfortable short-term liquidity.
Valuation Ratios
| P/E Ratio | 9.93 |
| Price / Book | 1.84 |
| EV / EBITDA | 7.15 |
| Dividend Yield | 2.57% |
Valuation Models
| DCF Fair Value | $17.02 |
| vs Current Price | -12.5% |
Peer Comparison
| Symbol | Company | Market Cap | P/E | P/B | ROE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AEO | American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. | $3.3B | 9.93 | 1.84 | 20.0% |
| COLM | Columbia Sportswear Company | $3.1B | 15.82 | 1.98 | 12.6% |
| ANF | Abercrombie & Fitch Co. | $6.8B | 13.80 | 5.40 | 39.6% |
| VSCO | Victoria's Secret & Co. | $7.3B | 40.85 | 7.78 | 45.9% |
| GEF | Greif, Inc. | $3.8B | 4.70 | 1.56 | 33.4% |
| AAP | Advance Auto Parts, Inc. | $2.8B | 34.03 | 1.22 | 3.8% |
| ZGN | Ermenegildo Zegna N.V. | $3.6B | 43.06 | 3.20 | 7.6% |
| LCII | LCI Industries | $2.1B | 10.07 | 1.66 | 15.2% |
Price
| Price | $19.46 (closing price, October 28, 2026) |
| Market Cap | $3.3B |
| Exchange | NYSE |
| Country | US |
Profitability
| Return on Equity | 20.04% |
| Return on Invested Capital | 10.69% |
| Return on Assets | 7.87% |
| Gross Margin | 37.23% |
| Operating Margin | 9.34% |
| Net Margin | 5.91% |
Related companies: COLM · ANF · GEF · AAP · ZGN · LCII · GRBK
Explore sector: Consumer Cyclical · Apparel - Retail
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