American Eagle Outfitters Beats Expectations with Strong Q2 Results and Positive Outlook
Sep 3, 2025
American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: AEO) reported its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2025, posting earnings of $0.45 per share. This result surpassed analyst expectations, which anticipated earnings of $0.20 per share, and also marked an increase from the $0.39 per share reported in the same quarter last year.
The company said it saw improvements due to higher demand, reduced promotional activity, and careful management of expenses. These factors led to results that exceeded internal forecasts. Revenue for the quarter also beat analyst estimates.
American Eagle shares jumped more than 23% following the report, reflecting investor confidence in the company’s performance.
Looking ahead, American Eagle expects comparable sales to rise in the low-single digits during the third and fourth quarters, helped by promotions and new product launches, including campaigns featuring celebrities like Sydney Sweeney and Travis Kelce.
What caused American Eagle’s shares to rise after the earnings report?
The company's earnings and revenue both surpassed analyst expectations, leading to a positive reaction from investors.
How did American Eagle perform compared to last year?
Earnings per share increased from $0.39 last year to $0.45 this quarter.
What is American Eagle’s outlook for the rest of the year?
The company expects same-store sales to grow slightly over the next two quarters, leading to a flat result for the full year.
How is American Eagle planning to boost future sales?
American Eagle is counting on new product promotions and marketing campaigns with celebrities to attract customers.
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