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title: "American Eagle Outfitters 1Q 2026: Revenue $1.2B, EPS $0.14— 10-Q Summary"
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description: "American Eagle Outfitters reported Q1 2026 revenue of $1.2B, up 9.7% year-over-year, with diluted EPS of $0.14, reversing a prior-year loss. Net income reached $23.5M. Total comparable sales rose 8%, driven by a 25% surge at Aerie and 15% digital growth, despite a 2% decline at the American Eagle brand. Gross profit increased 41% to $456M, expanding margins by 860 basis points."
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# American Eagle Outfitters 1Q 2026: Revenue $1.2B, EPS $0.14— 10-Q Summary

American Eagle Outfitters reported first-quarter results for the period ended May 2, 2026, with revenue of $1.195B and diluted EPS of $0.14, reversing a year‑ago loss and delivering improved profitability.

**Financial Highlights**

-   Revenue was $1.2B, compared with $1.09B in the prior-year quarter; YoY change 9.7%.
-   Net income was $23.5M, compared with $(64.9M) in the prior-year quarter.
-   Diluted EPS was $0.14, compared with $(0.36) in the prior-year quarter.

**Business Highlights**

-   Total revenue grew 10% year over year to $1.195B, led by a 34% increase at Aerie while the American Eagle brand declined 2%.
-   Digital sales rose 15% and store revenue increased 8%; total comparable sales improved 8% (Aerie +25%, American Eagle -2%).
-   Gross profit increased 41% to $456M and gross margin expanded about 860 basis points, aided by higher sales and prior-year inventory write-downs.
-   Operational activity included opening six stores, remodeling 27, and first-quarter capital expenditures of $61M; the wind-down of Quiet Platforms reduced costs.

Original SEC Filing: AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS INC \[ AEO \] - 10-Q - Jun. 03, 2026

**Disclaimer**

This is an AI-powered summary. It may contain inaccuracies. Consider verifying important information with the source. Please note this summary is solely based on documents filed with the SEC.

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