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American Eagle Outfitters Inc's Company Profile

Business Description

American Eagle Outfitters Inc is an apparel and accessory retailer with company stores in U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Hong Kong. The Company leases all store premises, regional distribution facilities, some of its office space, and certain information technology and office equipment. American Eagle also has an online business that ships worldwide. It operates in two segments: American Eagle and Aerie. The majority of its revenue comes from its primary brand, American Eagle, which offers an assortment of specialty apparel and accessories for women and men. Geographically, it generates the vast majority of its revenue from the United States.

Contact

77 Hot Metal Street
Pittsburgh, PA, 15203-2329

T +1 412 432-3300

www.aeo-inc.com

Sector Consumer Cyclical

Industry Apparel Retail

Most Recent Earnings Jan 31, 2022

Fiscal Year End Jan 28, 2023

Stock Type Cyclical

Employees 40,000

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