American Eagle Outfitters — May 28, 2026 release

Additionally, the company returned $21 million to shareholders via its quarterly cash dividend of $0.125 per share.   Capital Expenditures Capital expenditures totaled $61 million in the first quarter. The company expects 2026 capital expenditures to be in the range of $250 to 260 million.   Outlook *All guidance is based on estimates and includes a tariff rate of 10% for second quarter receipts and 15% for the back-half of the fiscal year. Guidance excludes any impact from International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariff refunds.     Second Quarter 2026 Outlook Fiscal Year 2026 Outlook Comparable Sales +Mid-to-High Single Digit +Mid Single Digit Gross Margin Down YoY Up YoY SG&A +Mid Teens +HSD Depreciation and Amortization Mid $50 millions Approximately $220M Operating Income $45 to $50 million $390 to $410 million Weighted Average Share Count Low 170 millions Low 170 millions   Webcast and Supplemental Financial Information   Management will host a conference call today at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. To access the live webcast and audio replay, please click here. Additionally, a financial results presentation is posted in the Investor Relations section on AEO’s website, www.aeo-inc.com.       About American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) is a leading global specialty retailer with a portfolio of beloved apparel brands including Am