American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO) EBITDA Margin: 9.82%
Is American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.’s EBITDA margin high or low?
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 9.82% is in line with its 5-year average of 10.89%, near the low end of its 5-year range (8.12%–15.10%).
The EBITDA margin for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO) is 9.82% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 11.45% (11.09%).
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AEO EBITDA Margin Metrics
EBITDA MARGIN
9.82%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG TTM
11.09%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 3Y
10.42%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 5Y
10.89%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 10Y
9.99%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 15Y
10.47%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 20Y
12.54%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-11.45%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-5.73%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-9.86%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-1.74%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-6.20%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-21.70%
AEO Competitors' EBITDA Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EBITDA MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO) | $2.99B | 9.82% | 11.09% | 10.42% | 10.89% |
| Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (AAP) | $3.58B | 3.72% | 3.72% | 0.92% | 4.17% |
| Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF) | $3.85B | 16.68% | 17.78% | 14.27% | 12.52% |
| Thor Industries, Inc. (THO) | $4.10B | 5.96% | 6.47% | 7.96% | 8.04% |
| Lucid Group, Inc. (LCID) | $1.49B | -159.11% | -227.14% | -265.33% | -4688.74% |
| Carter's, Inc. (CRI) | $1.47B | 7.01% | 7.01% | 10.89% | 12.58% |
| Liquidity Services, Inc. (LQDT) | $1.19B | 9.54% | 9.66% | 10.77% | 9.60% |
| Cambium Learning Group, Inc. (ABCD) | — | 17.75% | 22.06% | 22.87% | 6.13% |
| Mohawk Industries, Inc. (MHK) | $6.20B | 10.56% | 11.43% | 8.28% | 10.58% |
| Etsy, Inc. (ETSY) | $6.61B | 12.73% | 15.85% | 6.18% | 12.59% |
Margin Comparison
Gross Margin
34.8%
EBITDA Margin
9.8%
Operating Margin
7.6%
Net Margin
5.0%
Formula: EBITDA Margin = (EBITDA / Revenue) × 100
Why EBITDA Margin matters:
- Removes effects of depreciation policies (D&A)
- Capital structure neutral (ignores interest)
- Tax neutral (ignores tax differences)
- Good proxy for operating cash generation
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. EBITDA Margin Formula & Definition
EBITDA Margin = EBITDA / Revenue
EBITDA margin measures operating profitability before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization as a percentage of revenue.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. EBITDA Margin FAQ
- What is the EBITDA margin for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)?
- The EBITDA margin for AEO stock is 9.82%.
- Is American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.'s EBITDA margin high or low?
- American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 9.82% is in line with its 5-year average of 10.89%, near the low end of its 5-year range (8.12%–15.10%).
- What is the TTM average EBITDA margin for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)?
- The TTM average EBITDA margin for AEO stock is 11.09%.
- What is the 3Y average EBITDA margin for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)?
- The 3Y average EBITDA margin for AEO stock is 10.42%.
- What is the 5Y average EBITDA margin for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)?
- The 5Y average EBITDA margin for AEO stock is 10.89%.
- What is the 10Y average EBITDA margin for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)?
- The 10Y average EBITDA margin for AEO stock is 9.99%.
- What is the 15Y average EBITDA margin for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)?
- The 15Y average EBITDA margin for AEO stock is 10.47%.
- What is the 20Y average EBITDA margin for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)?
- The 20Y average EBITDA margin for AEO stock is 12.54%.
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. EBITDA Margin History
| DATE | EBITDA MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | 9.82% |
| 2025-02-01 | 12.36% |
| 2024-02-03 | 9.07% |
| 2023-01-28 | 8.12% |
| 2022-01-29 | 15.10% |
| 2021-01-30 | -2.79% |
| 2020-02-01 | 9.92% |
| 2019-02-02 | 12.73% |
| 2018-02-03 | 11.98% |
| 2017-01-28 | 13.63% |
| 2016-01-30 | 13.21% |
| 2015-01-31 | 8.96% |
| 2014-02-01 | 7.91% |
| 2013-02-02 | 15.09% |
| 2012-01-28 | 11.92% |
| 2011-01-29 | 14.68% |
| 2010-01-30 | 15.04% |
| 2009-01-31 | 14.23% |
| 2008-02-02 | 24.18% |
| 2007-02-03 | 25.66% |
| 2006-01-28 | 23.93% |
| 2005-01-29 | 23.13% |
| 2004-01-31 | 12.71% |
| 2003-02-01 | 14.50% |
| 2002-02-02 | 15.19% |
| 2001-02-03 | 15.52% |
| 2000-01-29 | 19.43% |
| 1999-01-30 | 16.28% |
| 1998-01-31 | 9.47% |
| 1997-02-01 | 4.58% |
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About American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.
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. Conversely, the Aerie brand targets female customers with its collections of intimates, general clothing, activewear, swimwear, and personal care products. Additionally, AEO markets graphic t-shirts and other apparel via its Tailgate brand, and provides upscale menswear through its Todd Snyder New York division. As of January 29, 2022, the company managed a significant physical retail presence, including 880 American Eagle stores, 244 standalone Aerie boutiques, and 5 Todd Snyder outlets, located across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Hong Kong. Globally, AEO extends its reach by shipping to 81 countries through its dedicated e-commerce sites: ae.com, aerie.com, and toddsnyder.com. Its merchandise is also distributed through 260 licensed establishments operating in 28 nations. Established in 1977, American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Apparel - Retail
- CEO
- Jay L. Schottenstein