Is American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. a good dividend stock?

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO) is a dividend-paying stock with a current dividend yield of 3.72%. Review its dividend history, payout consistency and growth to judge whether it fits your income strategy.

What is AEO's dividend yield?

The dividend yield for AEO stock is currently 3.72%.

How much does AEO pay in dividends per year?

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. pays an annual dividend of $0.6250 per share over the trailing twelve months.

How often does AEO pay dividends?

AEO stock pays dividends quarterly.

Is AEO's dividend growing?

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.'s 3-year dividend CAGR is 35.72%.

AEO Stock Price, Chart, Stats & News

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.

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Overview Dividend safety Dividends Fundamentals

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO) is a dividend-paying stock with a current dividend yield of 3.72% as of Jul 10, 2026. It pays $0.6250 per share over the trailing twelve months and distributes quarterly. Its dividend has grown at a -3.34% 5-year compound annual rate.

2.82B

Market cap

10.38x

Current P/E

11.67x

Forward P/E

3.72%

Dividend yield

$0.6250

AEO dividend

Dividend safety

Strong

Dividend coverage looks healthy — AEO pays out about 39% of earnings.

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Fundamentals

Gross margin	32.99%
Operating margin	5.96%
Pretax margin	4.58%
Net margin	3.49%
Effective tax rate	25.39%
ROA	4.75%
ROE	12.12%
D/E	1.02x
Interest coverage ratio	75.69x

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AEO valuation

P/E	10.38x
P/S	0.50x
P/B	1.61x
P/CF	28.74x
P/FCF	108.07x
P/OCF	28.74x
PEG	-8.32x
EV multiple	2.28x

About

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (AEO) operates as a distinct fashion and lifestyle retail enterprise, offering a wide array of clothing, accessories, and personal care items. Its primary offerings are sold under the established American Eagle and Aerie labels. The American Eagle brand features various jeans, specialized apparel, and fashion accessories catering to both men and women.