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AEO Inc. Reports Record Second Quarter Revenue and Meaningful Operating Margin Expansion; Updates Full-Year Operating Income Outlook to the High-End of Prior Guidance

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American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: AEO) reported record second quarter revenue of $1.3 billion, up 8% year-over-year, with operating profit increasing 55% to $101 million. Aerie achieved all-time high Q2 revenue, with comps up 4%, while American Eagle saw strong momentum with comps increasing 5%. The company updated its full-year operating income outlook to $455 to $465 million, the high-end of prior guidance.

Key financial highlights include:

  • Gross profit increased 10% to $499 million, with margin expanding 90 basis points to 38.6%
  • SG&A expense leveraged 90 basis points
  • Operating margin expanded 240 basis points to 7.8%
  • Diluted EPS was $0.39
  • Inventory increased 4% to $664 million

AEO returned $120 million to shareholders in Q2 through share repurchases and dividends.

American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: AEO) ha riportato un fatturato record per il secondo trimestre di $1,3 miliardi, in aumento dell'8% rispetto all'anno precedente, con un profitto operativo in crescita del 55% a $101 milioni. Aerie ha raggiunto il suo fatturato più alto di sempre nel Q2, con un incremento delle vendite comparabili del 4%, mentre American Eagle ha mostrato una forte dinamicità con vendite comparabili in aumento del 5%. L'azienda ha aggiornato le sue previsioni di reddito operativo per l'intero anno a $455 a $465 milioni, al limite superiore della precedente guida.

I principali punti salienti finanziari includono:

  • Il profitto lordo è aumentato del 10% a $499 milioni, con un margine che si è espanso di 90 punti base, arrivando al 38,6%
  • Le spese SG&A hanno beneficiato di una leva di 90 punti base
  • Il margine operativo è aumentato di 240 punti base, raggiungendo il 7,8%
  • L'EPS diluito è stato di $0,39
  • Le scorte sono aumentate del 4% a $664 milioni

AEO ha restituito $120 milioni agli azionisti nel Q2 tramite riacquisti di azioni e dividendi.

American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: AEO) reportó un ingreso récord de segundo trimestre de $1.3 mil millones, un aumento del 8% interanual, con una ganancia operativa que aumentó un 55% a $101 millones. Aerie alcanzó ingresos del Q2 más altos de todos los tiempos, con comparaciones en aumento del 4%, mientras que American Eagle vio un fuerte impulso con comparaciones aumentando un 5%. La compañía actualizó su proyección de ingresos operativos para todo el año a $455 a $465 millones, en el extremo superior de la guía anterior.

Los aspectos financieros clave incluyen:

  • El beneficio bruto aumentó un 10% a $499 millones, con un margen expandiéndose 90 puntos básicos al 38.6%
  • Los gastos SG&A se apalancaron en 90 puntos básicos
  • El margen operativo se expandió 240 puntos básicos al 7.8%
  • El EPS diluido fue de $0.39
  • El inventario aumentó un 4% a $664 millones

AEO devolvió $120 millones a los accionistas en el Q2 a través de recompras de acciones y dividendos.

아메리칸 이글 아울피터스 (NYSE: AEO)는 2분기 기록적인 매출 $13억 달러를 보고했으며, 이는 전년 대비 8% 증가했습니다. 운영 이익은 55% 증가하여 $1억 100만 달러에 이릅니다. 에리(Aerie)는 역사상 가장 높은 2분기 매출을 달성했으며, 비교 매출이 4% 증가했습니다. 아메리칸 이글은 강력한 성장세를 보이며 비교 매출이 5% 증가했습니다. 이 회사는 전체 연간 운영 소득 전망을 $4억 5500만에서 $4억 6500만 달러로 업데이트했으며, 이는 이전 지침의 상한입니다.

주요 재무 하이라이트는 다음과 같습니다:

  • 총 이익은 10% 증가하여 $4억 9900만 달러가 되었으며, 마진은 90 베이십 포인트 확장되어 38.6%에 이릅니다.
  • SG&A 비용은 90 베이십 포인트를 활용했습니다.
  • 운영 마진은 240 베이십 포인트 확장되어 7.8%가 되었습니다.
  • 희석 EPS는 $0.39였습니다.
  • 재고는 4% 증가하여 $6억 6400만 달러에 달했습니다.

AEO는 2분기 동안 주식 매입 및 배당금을 통해 주주에게 $1억 2000만 달러를 환원했습니다.

American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: AEO) a annoncé un chiffre d'affaires record de 1,3 milliard de dollars pour le deuxième trimestre, en hausse de 8 % par rapport à l'année précédente, avec un bénéfice opérationnel en hausse de 55 % à 101 millions de dollars. Aerie a atteint un chiffre d'affaires record pour le Q2, avec des ventes comparables en hausse de 4 %, tandis qu'American Eagle a connu un fort élan avec des ventes comparables en hausse de 5 %. L'entreprise a mis à jour ses prévisions de revenu opérationnel pour l'année entière entre 455 et 465 millions de dollars, au sommet de ses prévisions précédentes.

Les faits saillants financiers incluent :

  • Le bénéfice brut a augmenté de 10 % pour atteindre 499 millions de dollars, avec un élargissement de la marge de 90 points de base à 38,6 %.
  • Les dépenses SG&A ont été levées de 90 points de base.
  • La marge opérationnelle s'est élargie de 240 points de base à 7,8 %.
  • Le BPA dilué était de 0,39 dollar.
  • Les stocks ont augmenté de 4 % pour atteindre 664 millions de dollars.

AEO a restitué 120 millions de dollars aux actionnaires au T2 par le biais de rachats d'actions et de dividendes.

American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: AEO) meldete einen Rekordumsatz im zweiten Quartal von 1,3 Milliarden Dollar, was einem Anstieg von 8 % im Jahresvergleich entspricht, während der operative Gewinn um 55 % auf 101 Millionen Dollar stieg. Aerie erzielte im Q2 einen historischen Höchstumsatz mit einem Anstieg der vergleichbaren Umsätze um 4 %, während American Eagle starken Schwung mit einem Anstieg der vergleichbaren Umsätze um 5 % verzeichnete. Das Unternehmen hat die Prognose für das operative Ergebnis für das Gesamtjahr auf 455 bis 465 Millionen Dollar aktualisiert, was dem oberen Ende der vorherigen Prognose entspricht.

Wichtige finanzielle Kennzahlen umfassen:

  • Der Bruttogewinn stieg um 10 % auf 499 Millionen Dollar, mit einer Erhöhung der Marge um 90 Basispunkte auf 38,6 %.
  • Die SG&A-Ausgaben wurden um 90 Basispunkte gehebelt.
  • Die operative Marge erweiterte sich um 240 Basispunkte auf 7,8 %.
  • Der verwässerte EPS betrug 0,39 Dollar.
  • Der Lagerbestand stieg um 4 % auf 664 Millionen Dollar.

AEO gab im Q2 120 Millionen Dollar an die Aktionäre in Form von Aktienrückkäufen und Dividenden zurück.

Positive
  • Record second quarter revenue of $1.3 billion, up 8% year-over-year
  • Operating profit increased 55% to $101 million
  • Aerie achieved all-time high Q2 revenue with comps up 4%
  • American Eagle comps increased 5%
  • Gross margin expanded 90 basis points to 38.6%
  • Operating margin expanded 240 basis points to 7.8%
  • Updated full-year operating income outlook to $455-$465 million, the high-end of prior guidance
  • Returned $120 million to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends in Q2
Negative
  • Inventory increased 4% to $664 million

Insights

AEO's Q2 results demonstrate robust performance, with record revenue of $1.3 billion, up 8% year-over-year. The standout metric is the operating profit of $101 million, a substantial 55% increase. This growth, coupled with margin expansion, signals effective cost management and operational efficiency.

The company's updated full-year operating income outlook to $455-$465 million suggests confidence in sustaining this momentum. However, investors should note the $20 million profit shift from Q3 to Q2 due to the retail calendar, which may impact quarter-to-quarter comparisons.

With a 4% inventory increase against 8% revenue growth, AEO appears well-positioned for the upcoming season, indicating improved inventory management.

AEO's performance is impressive given the challenging retail environment. Both Aerie and American Eagle brands showed strength, with comparable sales up 4% and 5% respectively. The 12% increase in digital revenue is particularly noteworthy, indicating successful omnichannel strategies.

The company's focus on "Powering Profitable Growth" strategy seems to be paying off, with six consecutive quarters of record revenue. The emphasis on quality, style and value positions AEO well in the current consumer landscape where shoppers are increasingly price-conscious.

However, the flat to slightly up Q3 revenue guidance suggests potential headwinds. Investors should monitor how AEO navigates the "dynamic macroeconomic environment" mentioned by the CEO.

AEO's results reflect a strong consumer appetite for its offerings, despite inflationary pressures. The 90 basis point expansion in gross margin to 38.6% is particularly impressive, indicating improved pricing power and cost efficiencies.

The company's share repurchase program, with $96 million spent in Q2, demonstrates confidence in its future prospects. However, investors should consider the balance between these buybacks and potential investments in growth initiatives.

Looking ahead, the projected 3-4% comparable sales increase for Q3 suggests continued momentum, but at a slightly slower pace. This, combined with flat to slightly up total revenue guidance, indicates that AEO may be taking a cautiously optimistic stance in light of economic uncertainties.

  • Record second quarter revenue of $1.3 billion, rose 8% to last year
  • Operating profit of $101 million, up 55% to last year
  • Aerie achieved all-time high second quarter revenue, with comps up 4%
  • American Eagle continued to see strong momentum, with comps increasing 5%
  • Updates full-year operating income outlook to $455 to $465 million, the high-end of prior guidance range

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) today announced financial results for the second quarter fiscal 2024 ended August 3, 2024.

“Our Powering Profitable Growth strategy is off to a great start, locking in a strong first half and setting us on track to achieve the high end of our prior operating profit outlook for 2024. The second quarter marked our sixth consecutive quarter of record revenue and we successfully leveraged our cost base – advancing a number of strategic priorities to fuel growth across brands and channels and drive operating efficiencies,” commented Jay Schottenstein, AEO’s Executive Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer.

“I am pleased with the positive reception we’ve seen to our early Fall collections. Our winning formula of outstanding quality and style offered at a great value remains a cornerstone of our brands, positioning us perfectly for today’s consumers. In a dynamic macroeconomic environment, we will remain disciplined and focused on delivering profitable growth and long-term shareholder value,” he continued.

Second Quarter 2024 Results:

  • Second quarter 2024 results are presented for the 13 weeks ended August 3, 2024 compared to the 13 weeks ended July 29, 2023. Comparable sales metrics are presented for the 13 weeks ended August 3, 2024 compared to the 13 weeks ended August 5, 2023.
  • Total net revenue of $1.3 billion rose 8%. This included an approximately $55 million positive impact from the retail calendar shift.
  • Store revenue rose 7%. Digital revenue increased 12%.
  • Aerie revenue of $416 million rose 9%, with comp sales up 4%. American Eagle revenue of $828 million increased 8%, with comp sales growing 5%.
  • Gross profit of $499 million increased 10%, reflecting a gross margin rate of 38.6%, expanding 90 basis points. Merchandise margins increased, led by favorable product costs. Gross margin expansion also reflected leverage on expenses, primarily in rent and digital delivery costs.
  • Selling, general and administrative expense of $345 million was up 4% and leveraged 90 basis points. The improvement was driven by leverage across compensation, including incentive costs, store and corporate payroll. Professional fees and services and supplies and maintenance costs, also improved as a rate to revenue.
  • Operating income of $101 million increased 55%. This included an approximately $20 million positive impact from the retail calendar shift. The operating margin expanded 240 basis points to 7.8%.
  • Diluted earnings per share was $0.39. Average diluted shares outstanding were 198 million.

Inventory

Total ending inventory increased 4% to $664 million. Inventory levels are healthy and well positioned for the balance of the season.

Shareholder Returns

In the second quarter, the company returned $120 million in cash to shareholders, bringing year-to-date returns to $180 million. This included 4.5 million shares repurchased in the second quarter for $96 million, bringing year-to-date repurchases to 6 million shares and $131 million. The company continues to have 24 million shares remaining for repurchase under the current authorization.

Additionally, the company paid a quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per share, or approximately $24 million, bringing year-to-date cash dividends to $49 million.

Capital Expenditures

Capital expenditures totaled $61 million in the second quarter and $97 million year-to-date. For fiscal 2024, management continues to expect capital expenditures to approximate $200 to $250 million.

Outlook

For the third quarter, the company expects operating income to be in the range of $120 to $125 million. This reflects approximately $20 million of profit that shifted into the second quarter from the third quarter, due to the retail calendar. The company expects comparable sales to increase in the range of 3% to 4%, with total revenue flat to up slightly, also reflecting the impact from the retail calendar. SG&A is expected to leverage, with dollars down slightly, driven by efficiencies across key focus areas.

For the year, the company is updating its operating income outlook to $455 to $465 million, the high end of prior guidance. The company expects comparable sales to increase approximately 4%, with total revenue up 2% to 3%, including the impact from one less selling week, as previously discussed.

Webcast and Supplemental Financial Information

Management will host a conference call and real time webcast today at 11:00 am Eastern Time. To listen to the call, dial 1-877-407-0789 or internationally dial 1-201-689-8562 or go to www.aeo-inc.com to access the webcast and audio replay. Additionally, a financial results presentation is posted on the company’s website.

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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 the United States, Canada, Mexico and Hong Kong and ships to approximately 80 countries worldwide through its websites. American Eagle and Aerie merchandise also is available at more than 300 international locations operated by licensees in approximately 30 countries. To learn more about AEO and the company’s commitment to Planet, People and Practices, please visit www.aeo-inc.com.

SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995

This release and related statements by management contain forward-looking statements (as such term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995), which represent management’s expectations or beliefs concerning future events, including, without limitation, third fiscal quarter and annual fiscal 2024 results. Words such as “outlook,” "estimate," "project," "plan," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "intend," “may,” “potential,” and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. All forward-looking statements made by the company are inherently uncertain because they are based on assumptions and expectations concerning future events and are subject to change based on many important factors, some of which may be beyond the company’s control. Except as may be required by applicable law, we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise and even if experience or future changes make it clear that any projected results expressed or implied therein will not be realized. The following factors, in addition to the risks disclosed in Item 1A., Risk Factors, of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 3, 2024 and in any other filings that we may make with the Securities and Exchange Commission, in some cases have affected, and in the future could affect, the company's financial performance and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any of the forward-looking statements included in this release or otherwise made by management: the risk that the company’s operating, financial and capital plans may not be achieved; our inability to anticipate customer demand and changing fashion trends and to manage our inventory commensurately; seasonality of our business; our inability to achieve planned store financial performance; our inability to react to raw material cost, labor and energy cost increases; our inability to gain market share in the face of declining shopping center traffic; our inability to respond to changes in e-commerce and leverage omni-channel demands; our inability to expand internationally; difficulty with our international merchandise sourcing strategies; challenges with information technology systems, including safeguarding against security breaches; and global economic, public health, social, political and financial conditions, and the resulting impact on consumer confidence and consumer spending, as well as other changes in consumer discretionary spending habits, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and liquidity.

The use of the “company,” “AEO,” “we,” "us," and “our” in this release refers to American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.

AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Unaudited; Dollars in thousands)
August 3, 2024 July 29, 2023
Assets
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents

$

191,837

 

$

175,315

 

Merchandise inventory

 

663,659

 

 

636,972

 

Accounts receivable, net

 

231,750

 

 

271,333

 

Prepaid expenses and other

 

161,199

 

 

117,871

 

Total current assets

 

1,248,445

 

 

1,201,491

 

Operating lease right-of-use assets

 

1,153,354

 

 

1,038,505

 

Property and equipment, at cost, net of accumulated depreciation

 

722,193

 

 

758,736

 

Goodwill, net

 

225,213

 

 

264,964

 

Non-current deferred income taxes

 

87,245

 

 

21,990

 

Intangible assets, net

 

44,241

 

 

90,312

 

Other assets

 

59,625

 

 

55,909

 

Total assets

$

3,540,316

 

$

3,431,907

 

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable

$

259,734

 

$

238,660

 

Current portion of operating lease liabilities

 

307,570

 

 

309,517

 

Accrued compensation and payroll taxes

 

55,441

 

 

74,509

 

Unredeemed gift cards and gift certificates

 

51,791

 

 

51,156

 

Accrued income and other taxes

 

41,631

 

 

17,372

 

Other current liabilities and accrued expenses

 

78,219

 

 

71,262

 

Total current liabilities

 

794,386

 

 

762,476

 

Non-current liabilities:
Non-current operating lease liabilities

 

1,015,455

 

 

970,862

 

Long-term debt, net

 

 

 

3,225

 

Other non-current liabilities

 

36,109

 

 

22,345

 

Total non-current liabilities

 

1,051,564

 

 

996,432

 

Commitments and contingencies

 

 

 

 

Stockholders’ equity:
Preferred stock

 

 

 

 

Common stock

 

2,496

 

 

2,496

 

Contributed capital

 

353,608

 

 

334,447

 

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

 

(39,271

)

 

(11,566

)

Retained earnings

 

2,320,348

 

 

2,158,294

 

Treasury stock

 

(942,815

)

 

(810,672

)

Total stockholders’ equity

 

1,694,366

 

 

1,672,999

 

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

$

3,540,316

 

$

3,431,907

 

 
Current Ratio

 

1.57

 

 

1.58

 

AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Unaudited; Dollars and shares in thousands, except per share amounts)
GAAP Basis
13 Weeks Ended
August 3, 2024 July 29, 2023
(In thousands) (Percentage of revenue) (In thousands) (Percentage of revenue)
Total net revenue

$

1,291,058

 

100.0

 

%

$

1,200,879

 

100.0

 

%

Cost of sales, including certain buying, occupancy and warehouse expenses

 

792,162

 

61.4

 

 

747,863

 

62.3

 

Gross profit

 

498,896

 

38.6

 

 

453,016

 

37.7

 

Selling, general and administrative expenses

 

345,313

 

26.7

 

 

331,872

 

27.6

 

Depreciation and amortization expense

 

52,474

 

4.1

 

 

55,854

 

4.7

 

Operating income

 

101,109

 

7.8

 

 

65,290

 

5.4

 

Interest (income) expense, net

 

(730

)

(0.1

)

 

951

 

0.1

 

Other (income), net

 

(1,715

)

(0.1

)

 

(2,150

)

(0.2

)

Income before income taxes

$

103,554

 

8.0

 

$

66,489

 

5.5

 

Provision for income taxes

 

26,290

 

2.0

 

 

17,919

 

1.5

 

Net income

$

77,264

 

6.0

 

%

$

48,570

 

4.0

 

%

 
Net income per basic share

$

0.40

 

$

0.25

 

Net income per diluted share

$

0.39

 

$

0.25

 

 
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic

 

193,661

 

 

195,329

 

Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted

 

197,757

 

 

196,103

 

 
 
AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Unaudited; Dollars and shares in thousands, except per share amounts)
GAAP Basis
26 Weeks Ended
August 3, 2024 July 29, 2023
(In thousands) (Percentage of revenue) (In thousands) (Percentage of revenue)
Total net revenue

$

2,434,925

 

100.0

 

%

$

2,281,805

 

100.0

 

%

Cost of sales, including certain buying, occupancy and warehouse expenses

 

1,471,791

 

60.5

 

 

1,415,610

 

62.0

 

Gross profit

 

963,134

 

39.5

 

 

866,195

 

38.0

 

Selling, general and administrative expenses

 

678,806

 

27.9

 

 

644,217

 

28.2

 

Impairment, Restructuring and Other Charges

 

-

 

0.0

 

 

21,275

 

1.0

 

Depreciation and amortization expense

 

105,384

 

4.3

 

 

112,582

 

4.9

 

Operating income

 

178,944

 

7.3

 

 

88,121

 

3.9

 

Interest (income) expense, net

 

(4,168

)

(0.2

)

 

1,642

 

0.1

 

Other (income), net

 

(3,111

)

(0.1

)

 

(5,461

)

(0.2

)

Income before income taxes

$

186,223

 

7.6

 

$

91,940

 

4.0

 

Provision for income taxes

 

41,209

 

1.6

 

 

24,918

 

1.1

 

Net income

$

145,014

 

6.0

 

%

$

67,022

 

2.9

 

%

 
Net income per basic share

$

0.74

 

$

0.34

 

Net income per diluted share

$

0.73

 

$

0.34

 

 
Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic

 

195,048

 

 

195,214

 

Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted

 

199,406

 

 

196,822

 

AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS, INC.
NET REVENUE BY SEGMENT
(Unaudited; Dollars in thousands)
13 Weeks Ended 26 Weeks Ended
August 3, 2024 July 29, 2023 August 3, 2024 July 29, 2023
Net Revenue:
American Eagle

$

827,638

 

$

767,018

 

$

1,552,382

 

$

1,438,110

 

Aerie

 

415,646

 

 

380,413

 

 

788,298

 

 

739,495

 

Other

 

57,457

 

 

108,318

 

 

112,441

 

 

217,675

 

Intersegment Elimination

 

(9,683

)

 

(54,870

)

 

(18,196

)

 

(113,475

)

Total Net Revenue

$

1,291,058

 

$

1,200,879

 

$

2,434,925

 

$

2,281,805

 

 
AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS, INC.
STORE INFORMATION
(Unaudited)
13 Weeks Ended 26 Weeks Ended
August 3, 2024 August 3, 2024
Consolidated stores at beginning of period

1,173

1,182

Consolidated stores opened during the period
AE Brand (1)

3

6

Aerie (incl. OFFL/NE) (2)

9

10

Todd Snyder

2

2

Unsubscribed

-

-

Consolidated stores closed during the period
AE Brand (1)

(6)

(14)

Aerie (incl. OFFL/NE) (2)

(3)

(7)

Unsubscribed

-

(1)

Total consolidated stores at end of period

1,178

1,178

 
Stores by Brand
AE Brand (1)

843

Aerie (incl. OFFL/NE) (2)

313

Todd Snyder

17

Unsubscribed

5

Total consolidated stores at end of period

1,178

 
Total gross square footage at end of period (in '000)

7,240

7,240

 
International license locations at end of period (3)

313

313

 
(1) AE Brand includes AE stand alone locations, AE/Aerie side-by side locations, AE/OFFL/NE side-by-side locations, and AE/Aerie/OFFL/NE side-by-side locations.
(2) Aerie (incl. OFFL/NE) includes Aerie stand alone locations, OFFL/NE stand alone locations, and Aerie/OFFL/NE side-by-side locations.
(3) International license locations (retail stores and concessions) are not included in the consolidated store data or the total gross square footage calculation.
Non-GAAP Measures
This press release includes information on non-GAAP financial measures (“non-GAAP” or “adjusted”), including consolidated adjusted operating income, excluding non-GAAP items. This financial measure is not based on any standardized methodology prescribed by U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) and are not necessarily comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. Non-GAAP information is provided as a supplement to, not as a substitute for, or as superior to, measures of financial performance prepared in accordance with GAAP. Management believes that this non-GAAP information is useful for an alternate presentation of the company’s performance, when reviewed in conjunction with the company’s GAAP consolidated financial statements and provides a higher degree of transparency. 'These amounts are not determined in accordance with GAAP and therefore, should not be used exclusively in evaluating the company’s business and operations. We encourage investors and others to review our financial information in its entirety, not to rely on any single financial measure and to view these non-GAAP financial measures in conjunction with the related GAAP financial measures.
The following table reconciles the GAAP financial measures to the non-GAAP financial measures discussed above. The Fiscal 2023 adjustments relate to certain inventory provisions, asset impairments, restructuring and other charges recognized in relation to Quiet Platforms, as well as the company’s international and corporate operations. Please refer to Note 16. “Impairment, Restructuring and Other Charges,” to the Consolidated Financial Statements included in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 15, 2024 for further information on the nature of these amounts.
 
AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS, INC.
53 Weeks Ended February 3, 2024
(Dollars in thousands)
Operating
Income
GAAP Basis

$

222,717

 

% of Revenue

 

4.2

%

 
Add: Impairment, Restructuring and Other Charges

$

152,645

 

 
Non-GAAP Basis

$

375,362

 

% of Revenue

 

7.1

%

 

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Source: American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.

FAQ

What was American Eagle Outfitters' (AEO) revenue in Q2 2024?

American Eagle Outfitters reported record second quarter revenue of $1.3 billion, which was an 8% increase compared to the previous year.

How did AEO's operating profit change in Q2 2024?

AEO's operating profit increased by 55% to $101 million in Q2 2024 compared to the same period last year.

What was the comparable sales growth for Aerie and American Eagle brands in Q2 2024?

Aerie's comparable sales increased by 4%, while American Eagle's comparable sales grew by 5% in Q2 2024.

What is AEO's updated full-year operating income outlook for 2024?

AEO updated its full-year operating income outlook to $455 to $465 million, which is at the high-end of its prior guidance range.

How much cash did AEO return to shareholders in Q2 2024?

AEO returned $120 million in cash to shareholders in Q2 2024 through share repurchases and dividend payments.

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