American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.
S&P 500AEO/Industrials · Engineering & Construction/NYSE
Dividend Yield
2.81%
$0.50 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
AEO's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 31.4% earnings payout ratio & 45.7% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 2.4% operating margin & Volatile profit margin stability. The dividend has been growing at a 12.70% 5-year CAGR.
Based on 14 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 31.4%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 22.4%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
- Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
Risks
- Operating Margin: 2.4%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
- Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.
Payout & Coverage
Very SafeBalance Sheet
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CautionDividend Track Record
Very SafeAbout American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. is a multi-brand specialty retailer offering clothing, accessories, and personal care products for men and women. Its primary brands include American Eagle, which focuses on jeans, casual apparel, and accessories; Aerie, providing intimates, apparel, activewear, and swim collections; and OFFLINE by Aerie, featuring activewear and accessories. The company also offers menswear through Todd Snyder New York and fashion items under Unsubscribed. American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. sells directly to consumers via its retail stores and concession-based shops-within-shops, as well as through licensed partners. It operates in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Hong Kong, China, the United Kingdom, and has license agreements for stores and online marketplaces across Asia including India, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. plays a significant role in the global apparel and accessories retail sector, catering to diverse lifestyle needs with its varied brand portfolio.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
2.81%
Annual Dividend
$0.50
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
31.45%
FCF Payout Ratio
45.69%
52-Week Range
$9.49 - $28.46
Dividend History (2016–2025)
AEO annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
AEO earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
July 10, 2026
Next Payment Date
July 24, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
11.57%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
12.70%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
0.00%
3-Year Total Growth
38.89%
5-Year Total Growth
81.82%
10-Year Total Growth
0.00%
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