AEO Inc. Expects to Report Second Quarter Results Above Guidance
- Second quarter revenue expected to be flat to last year, exceeding previous guidance
- Operating income expected to exceed previous guidance
- Introduction of initial Fall collections in July reflecting newness centered on emerging trends across brands
- None.
“I am pleased to note that demand picked up in late June, with strength continuing as we introduced our initial Fall collections in July, reflecting newness centered on emerging trends across our brands. Looking to the second half of the year, we remain focused on building our category leadership and creating unique customer connections, while maintaining a sharp eye on improved profit flow through,” Jay Schottenstein, AEO’s Executive Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer commented.
In a separate release today, the company announced a planned leadership transition.
The company will report its final second quarter 2023 results by press release on Wednesday, September 6, 2023.
The company will also host a summary of AEO Inc.’s second quarter results with a live conference call that will be webcast on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 4:30pm, Eastern Time. The conference call can be accessed by calling:
- Domestic: (877) 407-0789
- International: (201) 689-8562
A replay will be available following the call at:
- Domestic: (844) 512-2921
- International: (412) 317-6671
- Conference ID number: 13736966
The call will be archived and made available online in the Investor Relations section on AEO’s website, www.aeo-inc.com
About American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) is a leading global specialty retailer offering high-quality, on-trend clothing, accessories and personal care products at affordable prices under its American Eagle® and Aerie® brands. Our purpose is to show the world that there’s REAL power in the optimism of youth. The company operates stores in
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