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American Eagle Outfitters Reports Record Holiday Sales
PITTSBURGH, January 12, 2026--American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) today announced that fourth quarter-to-date comparable sales, through Saturday, January 3, 2026, are up in the high single digits. Sales trends are positive across brands and channels with American Eagle comp growth in the low single digits and Aerie comps in the low twenties.
About this update from American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.
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