American Eagle OutfittersAEO -2.43%80 EV-to-FCF is 25.92 as of Jun. 25, 2026, which is 62% above its 10-year median of 16.02. GuruFocus rates AEO with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of $21.36 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 775 Retail - Cyclical companies, American Eagle Outfitters ranks worse than 72.52% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, American Eagle Outfitters's Enterprise Value is $4,795 Mil.
American Eagle Outfitters's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $185 Mil. Therefore, American Eagle Outfitters's EV-to-FCF for today is 25.92.
The historical rank and industry rank for American Eagle Outfitters's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
AEO'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -359.22 Med: 16.02 Max: 97.47
Current: 25.92
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of American Eagle Outfitters was 97.47. The lowest was -359.22. And the median was 16.02.
AEO's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 72.52% of 775
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 13.69
vs AEO: 25.92
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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 (NYSE:AEO) EV-to-FCF Explanation
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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 $18.05.
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 $1.620.
* 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.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
American Eagle Outfitters EV-to-FCF Related Terms
American Eagle Outfitters EV-to-FCF Historical Data
* 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-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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-FCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, American Eagle Outfitters's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where American Eagle Outfitters's EV-to-FCF falls into.
American Eagle Outfitters's current Enterprise Value is $4,795 Mil.
American Eagle Outfitters's Free Cash Flow 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 $185 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 (AEO) has a EV-to-FCF of 25.92 as of Jun. 25, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on American Eagle Outfitters and its competitors. This is 62% above median its historical median of 16.02. According to the industry distribution chart, American Eagle Outfitters ranks #562 out of 775 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 72.5%.
Is American Eagle Outfitters' EV-to-FCF too high?
American Eagle Outfitters' current EV-to-FCF of 25.92 is 62% above median its 10-year median of 16.02. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.69. American Eagle Outfitters' value of 25.92 is 89.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, American Eagle Outfitters ranks #562 out of 775 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is below 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-FCF compare to BKE and ANF?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, American Eagle Outfitters ranks #562 out of 775 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places American Eagle Outfitters in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 13.69. American Eagle Outfitters' value of 25.92 is 89.3% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 16.02 vs. the industry median of 13.69, American Eagle Outfitters has consistently been above 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-FCF for a Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Retail - Cyclical companies is 13.69, based on 775 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. American Eagle Outfitters's current EV-to-FCF of 25.92 is 89.3% above 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on American Eagle Outfitters and its competitors. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 13.69 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. American Eagle Outfitters's current EV-to-FCF is 25.92, which is 62% above median its own 10-year median of 16.02. 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 (AEO) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $21.36, compared to a current price of $18.05 — trading 15.5% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 25.92, which is 62% above median its 10-year median of 16.02 and 89.3% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 13.69. 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-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For American Eagle Outfitters (AEO), the current EV-to-FCF is 25.92 as of Jun. 25, 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 (AEO) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Eagle Outfitters stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $18.05 is trading 15.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $21.36.
GuruFocus considers American Eagle Outfitters to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for AEO:
EV-to-FCF: 25.92 (62% above median its 10-year median of 16.02)
GF Value™: $21.36 vs. price of $18.05 (15.5% below fair value)
Industry Position: 89.3% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#562 of 775)
No single metric tells the full story. See the AEO 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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