How Has The Merchandise Mix Of American Eagle Changed Over The Last Three Years?

In recent years, a trend towards American Eagle Outfitters‘ (NYSE:AEO) Aerie brand, which is the company’s lingerie and activewear segment, can be seen. This segment has been performing exceptionally for the company for the past several quarters. During FY 2015, year ended January 2016, the company’s comparable sales increased 7%, with its Aerie brand shooting up 20%. AEO Brand men’s comparable sales increased in the low-single digits, while the women’s comparable sales grew at a high single digit rate. Even in FY 2014, when the comparable sales of the company fell 5%, the Aerie brand’s grew 6%.

In the future, we expect the Aerie brand to be a key growth driver, with its comparable sales outpacing those of the rest of the company.

Have more questions about American Eagle Outfitters? See the links below:

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• How Has American Eagle Outfitters’ Revenue Composition Changed In The Last Five Years?
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