American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.

Company profile

• Public specialty retailer and licensor with a portfolio of apparel brands.
• Brands include American Eagle, Aerie, OFFLINE by Aerie, Todd Snyder New York, and Unsubscribed.
• Sells directly to consumers through retail stores and online channels. Uses international licensing partners to operate stores and online marketplaces outside the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

Brand portfolio and positioning

• American Eagle: casual, comfortable, timeless clothing with an emphasis on jeans and fabric innovation.
• Aerie: intimates, apparel, swim, and accessories focused on inclusivity and a no-retouching brand message (Aerie Real).
• OFFLINE by Aerie: activewear and accessories designed for real movement and comfort.
• Todd Snyder New York: premium menswear.
• Unsubscribed: consciously-made, slow fashion.
• Operating philosophy emphasizes optimism, inclusivity, authenticity, and empowerment of individual style.

Operating segments

• Two principal reportable segments: American Eagle brand and Aerie brand.
• Todd Snyder and Unsubscribed are identified as separate operating segments and are presented under “Other” for disclosure purposes.

Channels and direct-to-consumer focus

• AEO Direct sells via digital channels (ae.com, aerie.com) and mobile apps and operates internationally in approximately 90 countries.
• AE and Aerie merchandise are also sold on international online marketplaces.
• Omni-channel capabilities include a single view of inventory across channels, ship-to-home, store pickup, store-to-door, and returns across channels.
• Digital sales represented 39% of total revenue in Fiscal 2025.

Store footprint (as of dates shown)

• Company-owned stores: 1,168 total
  • AE Brand stores: 805 (United States 657; Canada 69; Mexico 79; includes various connected-store configurations)
  • Aerie Brand stores: 332 (United States 287; Canada 27; Mexico 18)
  • Todd Snyder stores: 23
  • Unsubscribed stores: 8
• Licensed operations: 357 licensed retail stores and concessions in approximately 30 countries operated by international licensing partners
• Total company-owned stores plus licensed locations: 1,525+ locations

Distribution and fulfillment

• Company distribution centers: Hazleton, PA (about 1.0 million sq ft) and Ottawa, KS (about 1.2 million sq ft).
• Canadian distribution center: Mississauga, Ontario (about 294,000 sq ft).
• Seven regional U.S. distribution facilities totaling about 2.6 million sq ft (leased, with terms through 2030).
• Centralized distribution and logistics network supports omni-channel operations.

Real estate and store economics

• All stores are leased with initial terms typically 5–10 years and various rent structures (base rent plus contingent or percentage rent tied to sales).

Global presence and licensing

• AE Direct and brand sites operate in approximately 90 countries.
• International licensing partners cover about 30 countries with hundreds of licensed stores and concessions.
• Plans for ongoing international expansion through license-type and other arrangements.

People

• Approximately 45,000 associates worldwide (as of February 1, 2026).
  • About 35,000 are part-time or seasonal.
  • U.S. associates: about 39,000, with roughly 31,000 part-time or seasonal.

Corporate culture and governance

• Core values: People, Innovation, Passion, Integrity, Teamwork (“Better Together” culture).
• Focus on Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA) across hiring, community, and development.
• Emphasis on talent management and development programs, including AEO Academy.
• Loyalty program: Real Rewards by American Eagle and Aerie to drive customer engagement and lifetime value.

Products and supply chain

• Merchandise is designed by the company and manufactured by third-party factories worldwide, with sourcing largely from Asia.
• No single factory accounts for more than 10% of merchandise.
• Supplier Code of Conduct and an ongoing compliance program, including CTPAT membership since 2004, address labor, safety, and ethics.
• Distribution and logistics are structured to support omni-channel and direct-to-consumer fulfillment.

Intellectual property

• Trademarks and service marks include AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS®, AMERICAN EAGLE®, AE®, AEO®, LIVE YOUR LIFE®, AERIE®, OFFLINE BY AERIE®, TODD SNYDER®, UNSUBSCRIBED®, and related marks.
• Company protects and enforces IP across domestic and international markets, including consideration of AI-related IP implications.

Legal, tax, and regulatory

• Subject to laws and regulatory frameworks covering data privacy, consumer protection, trade, tax, and related areas.
• Bylaws include Delaware forum provisions for certain actions and Securities Act-related disputes.

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