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May 03

American Eagle Q1 2025 Earnings Report

American Eagle reported a net loss and lower revenues in a challenging Q1 2025.

Key Takeaways

American Eagle posted a net loss of $64.9 million in Q1 2025 with revenues down 5% year-over-year, impacted by weaker sales and inventory writedowns. Adjusted EPS came in at -$0.29.

Net revenue declined 5% year-over-year to $1.09 billion.

GAAP net loss was $64.9 million; adjusted net loss was $51.8 million.

Gross margin fell significantly to 29.6%, driven by inventory writedowns and markdowns.

The company maintained its FY25 outlook withdrawal amid macro uncertainty.

Total Revenue
$1.09B
Previous year: $1.14B
-4.8%
EPS
-$0.29
Previous year: $0.34
-185.3%
Total comp sales
-3%
AE comp sales
-2%
Aerie comp sales
-4%
Gross Profit
$322M
Previous year: $413M
-22.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$87.9M
Previous year: $118M
-25.4%
Total Assets
$3.77B
Previous year: $3.37B
+11.7%

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American Eagle Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

Management expects Q2 operating income between $40M and $45M, with revenue and gross margin projected to remain under pressure.

Positive Outlook

  • Expected Q2 operating income of $40M to $45M
  • SG&A expected to remain flat year-over-year
  • Ongoing $200M accelerated share repurchase on track for Q2 completion
  • Weighted average share count expected to decline to ~175 million
  • Capital expenditures revised down to $275M from $300M

Challenges Ahead

  • Revenue projected to decline 5% in Q2
  • Comparable sales expected to fall 3%
  • Gross margin expected to decline year-over-year
  • No updated FY25 guidance due to macro uncertainty
  • Higher product costs and markdowns continue to pressure profitability

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income