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American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO) FCF Payout Ratio: 576.19%

Is American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.’s FCF payout ratio high or low?

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 576.19% is 911% above its 5-year average of 57.01%, near the high end of its 5-year range (20.63%–163.19%).

The FCF payout ratio for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO) is 576.19%. It is above its 12-month average by 1867.58% (29.28%).

AEO FCF Payout Ratio Chart

AEO FCF Payout Ratio
37.94%+83.86% 1Y
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AEO Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

AEO Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart

AEO FCF Payout Ratio Metrics

FCF PAYOUT RATIO

576.19%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM

29.28%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y

34.32%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y

57.01%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y

52.00%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y

61.58%

FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y

61.66%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+1867.58%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

+1578.97%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

+910.69%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+1008.06%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+835.63%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+834.41%

Payout Ratio Comparison

FCF Payout Ratio

576.2%

Earnings Payout Ratio

44.6%

Dividend Yield

2.81%

FCF Yield

0.49%

Annual FCF Payout Ratio History

YearFree Cash FlowDividends PaidFCF Payout Ratio
2026$456.18M$00.0%
2025$254.26M$96.45M37.9%
2024$406.27M$83.83M20.6%
2023$145.92M$64.77M44.4%
2022$69.82M$113.94M163.2%
2021$74.52M$22.85M30.7%
2020$205.06M$92.78M45.2%
2019$267.62M$97.12M36.3%
2018$224.96M$88.55M39.4%
2017$202.57M$90.68M44.8%
2016$169.03M$97.24M57.5%
2015$93.12M$97.22M104.4%
2014($76.23M)$72.28MN/A (Loss)
2013$379.99M$403.49M106.2%
2012$115.61M$85.59M74.0%
2011$318.33M$183.17M57.5%
2010$259.38M$82.98M32.0%
2009$37.98M$82.39M217.0%
2008$213.86M$80.80M37.8%
2007$523.33M$61.52M11.8%
2006$384.10M$42.06M10.9%
2005$280.84M$8.84M3.1%
2004$126.04M$00.0%
2003$43.33M$00.0%
2002$55.54M$00.0%
2001$62.77M$00.0%
2000$87.36M$00.0%
1999$34.91M$00.0%
1998$13.52M$00.0%
1997$8.04M$00.0%

Formula: FCF Payout Ratio = Dividends Paid / Free Cash Flow × 100

FCF payout and earnings payout:

  • FCF represents operating cash flow after capital expenditures
  • FCF payout compares dividends paid with free cash flow
  • FCF payout above 100% means dividends paid exceeded free cash flow for the period
  • Earnings payout compares dividends paid with net income

Reading the series: Use the chart and table to compare dividend payments with cash generation over time.

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio Formula & Definition

FCF Payout Ratio measures what percentage of free cash flow is paid out as dividends. Unlike earnings-based payout, it compares dividends with cash generated after capital expenditures.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio FAQ

What is the FCF payout ratio for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)?
The FCF payout ratio for AEO stock is 576.19%.
Is American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio high or low?
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 576.19% is 911% above its 5-year average of 57.01%, near the high end of its 5-year range (20.63%–163.19%).
What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)?
The TTM average FCF payout ratio for AEO stock is 29.28%.
What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)?
The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for AEO stock is 34.32%.
What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)?
The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for AEO stock is 57.01%.
What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)?
The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for AEO stock is 52.00%.
What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)?
The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for AEO stock is 61.58%.
What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO)?
The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for AEO stock is 61.66%.

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio History

DATEFCF PAYOUT RATIO
2025-02-0137.94%
2024-02-0320.63%
2023-01-2844.39%
2022-01-29163.19%
2021-01-3030.67%
2020-02-0145.25%
2019-02-0236.29%
2018-02-0339.36%
2017-01-2844.76%
2016-01-3057.53%
2015-01-31104.40%
2013-02-02106.18%
2012-01-2874.04%
2011-01-2957.54%
2010-01-3031.99%
2009-01-31216.97%
2008-02-0237.78%
2007-02-0311.76%
2006-01-2810.95%
2005-01-293.15%

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.

Pittsburgh, PA
9,000 employees
Consumer Cyclical / Apparel - Retail
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Apparel - Retail
CEO
Jay L. Schottenstein