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American Eagle OutfittersFRA:AFG +2.71%80 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.68 as of Jul. 29, 2026, which is 3% above its 10-year median of 7.45. GuruFocus rates FRA:AFG with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of €18.80 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 947 Retail - Cyclical companies, American Eagle Outfitters ranks better than 59.24% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, American Eagle Outfitters's enterprise value is €4,231 Mil.
American Eagle Outfitters's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was €551 Mil. Therefore, American Eagle Outfitters's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.68.
The historical rank and industry rank for American Eagle Outfitters's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:AFG'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -207.47 Med: 7.45 Max: 42.98
Current: 7.47
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of American Eagle Outfitters was 42.98. The lowest was -207.47. And the median was 7.45.
FRA:AFG's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than 59.24% of 947
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 8.93
vs FRA:AFG: 7.47
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
American Eagle Outfitters (FRA:AFG) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
American Eagle Outfitters's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
American Eagle Outfitters's share price for today is €15.90.
American Eagle Outfitters's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €1.387.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Apparel Retail subindustry, American Eagle Outfitters's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
American Eagle Outfitters EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, American Eagle Outfitters's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where American Eagle Outfitters's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
American Eagle Outfitters's current Enterprise Value is €4,231 Mil.
American Eagle Outfitters's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €551 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
American Eagle Outfitters (FRA:AFG) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.68 as of Jul. 29, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on American Eagle Outfitters. This is near median its historical median of 7.45. According to the industry distribution chart, American Eagle Outfitters ranks #386 out of 947 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 40.8%.
Is American Eagle Outfitters' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
American Eagle Outfitters' current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.68 is near median its 10-year median of 7.45. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.93. American Eagle Outfitters' value of 7.68 is 14% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, American Eagle Outfitters ranks #386 out of 947 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, American Eagle Outfitters has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does American Eagle Outfitters' EV-to-EBITDA compare to BKE and ANF?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, American Eagle Outfitters ranks #386 out of 947 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts American Eagle Outfitters in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.93. American Eagle Outfitters' value of 7.68 is 14% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 7.45 vs. the industry median of 8.93, American Eagle Outfitters has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for a Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Cyclical companies is 8.93, based on 947 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. American Eagle Outfitters's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.68 is 14% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on American Eagle Outfitters. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.93 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. American Eagle Outfitters's current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.68, which is near median its own 10-year median of 7.45. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is American Eagle Outfitters stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Eagle Outfitters (FRA:AFG) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €18.80, compared to a current price of €15.90 — trading 15.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.68, which is near median its 10-year median of 7.45 and 14% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 8.93. American Eagle Outfitters' overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 1 warning sign to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For American Eagle Outfitters (FRA:AFG), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.68 as of Jul. 29, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is American Eagle Outfitters (FRA:AFG) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Eagle Outfitters stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €15.90 is trading 15.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of €18.80.
GuruFocus considers American Eagle Outfitters to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for FRA:AFG:
EV-to-EBITDA: 7.68 (near median its 10-year median of 7.45)
GF Value™: €18.80 vs. price of €15.90 (15.4% below fair value)
Industry Position: 14% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#386 of 947)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:AFG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
American Eagle Outfitters Inc is a specialty retailer. The company is engaged in the retail of apparel and accessories with company stores in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Hong Kong. The Company leases all store premises, regional distribution facilities, some of its office space, and certain information technology and office equipment. American Eagle also has its online business. It operates in two segments: American Eagle and Aerie. The majority of its revenue comes from its primary brand, American Eagle, which offers an assortment of specialty apparel, accessories, and personal care products for women and men. Geographically, it generates the majority of its revenue from the United States.
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