American Eagle Outfitters (FRA:AFG) Receivables Turnover: 5.22 (As of Apr. 2026)


FRA:AFG American Eagle Outfitters Inc FRA:AFG
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Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is American Eagle Outfitters Receivables Turnover?

American Eagle Outfitters FRA:AFG +1.00% 80 Receivables Turnover is 5.22 as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:AFG with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of €18.59 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,099 Retail - Cyclical companies, American Eagle Outfitters ranks better than 54.69% on this metric.

The Receivables Turnover ratio measures the number of times a company collects its average accounts receivable balance. It is calculated as Revenue divided by average Accounts Receivable. An efficient company has a higher accounts receivable turnover ratio while an inefficient company has a lower ratio. American Eagle Outfitters's Revenue for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was €1,022 Mil. American Eagle Outfitters's average Accounts Receivable for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was €196 Mil. Hence, American Eagle Outfitters's Receivables Turnover for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was 5.22.


American Eagle Outfitters  (FRA:AFG) Receivables Turnover Explanation

An efficient company has a higher accounts receivable turnover ratio while an inefficient company has a lower ratio. This metric is commonly used to compare companies within the same industry to check whether they are on par with their competitors.


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American Eagle Outfitters Receivables Turnover Historical Data

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The historical data trend for American Eagle Outfitters's Receivables Turnover can be seen below:

* 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 Receivables Turnover Chart

American Eagle Outfitters Annual Data
Trend Jan17 Jan18 Jan19 Jan20 Jan21 Jan22 Jan23 Jan24 Jan25 Jan26
Receivables Turnover
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American Eagle Outfitters Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
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FRA:AFG vs BKE, ANF, CRI: Receivables Turnover Comparison

For the Apparel Retail subindustry, American Eagle Outfitters's Receivables Turnover, along with its competitors' market caps and Receivables Turnover 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 Receivables Turnover vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, American Eagle Outfitters's Receivables Turnover distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where American Eagle Outfitters's Receivables Turnover falls into.


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American Eagle Outfitters Receivables Turnover Calculation

Receivables Turnover measures the number of times a company collects its average accounts receivable balance.

American Eagle Outfitters's Receivables Turnover for the fiscal year that ended in Jan. 2026 is calculated as

Receivables Turnover (A: Jan. 2026 )
=Revenue / Average Accounts Receivable
=Revenue (A: Jan. 2026 ) / ((Accounts Receivable (A: Jan. 2025 ) + Accounts Receivable (A: Jan. 2026 )) / count )
=4720.698 / ((253.445 + 220.089) / 2 )
=4720.698 / 236.767
=19.94

American Eagle Outfitters's Receivables Turnover for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as

Receivables Turnover (Q: Apr. 2026 )
=Revenue / Average Accounts Receivable
=Revenue (Q: Apr. 2026 ) / ((Accounts Receivable (Q: Jan. 2026 ) + Accounts Receivable (Q: Apr. 2026 )) / count )
=1021.969 / ((220.089 + 171.668) / 2 )
=1021.969 / 195.8785
=5.22

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Receivables Turnover →
What does a Receivables Turnover of 5.22 mean?
American Eagle Outfitters (FRA:AFG) has a Receivables Turnover of 5.22 as of Apr. 2026. The accounts receivables turnover ratio measures the number of times a company collects its average accounts receivable balance. It is calculated as Revenue divided by Average Accounts Receivable. View historical data on American Eagle Outfitters and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, American Eagle Outfitters ranks #498 out of 1099 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 45.3%.
Is American Eagle Outfitters' Receivables Turnover too high?
American Eagle Outfitters' current Receivables Turnover is 5.22. The Retail - Cyclical industry median Receivables Turnover is 19.39. American Eagle Outfitters' value of 5.22 is 73.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, American Eagle Outfitters ranks #498 out of 1099 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' Receivables Turnover compare to BKE and ANF?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, American Eagle Outfitters ranks #498 out of 1099 companies for Receivables Turnover. This puts American Eagle Outfitters in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Receivables Turnover is 19.39. American Eagle Outfitters' value of 5.22 is 73.1% below this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Receivables Turnover for a Retail - Cyclical company?
The median Receivables Turnover among Retail - Cyclical companies is 19.39, based on 1,099 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Receivables Turnover significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Receivables Turnover should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. American Eagle Outfitters's current Receivables Turnover of 5.22 is 73.1% 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 Receivables Turnover mean?
A high Receivables Turnover can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The accounts receivables turnover ratio measures the number of times a company collects its average accounts receivable balance. It is calculated as Revenue divided by Average Accounts Receivable. View historical data on American Eagle Outfitters and its competitors. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median Receivables Turnover is 19.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. American Eagle Outfitters's current Receivables Turnover is 5.22. 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 €18.59, compared to a current price of €14.60 — trading 21.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Receivables Turnover is 5.22 and 73.1% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 19.39. 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 Receivables Turnover calculated?
Receivables Turnover is calculated from a company's financial statements. For American Eagle Outfitters (FRA:AFG), the current Receivables Turnover is 5.22 as of Apr. 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 €14.60 is trading 21.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of €18.59. GuruFocus considers American Eagle Outfitters to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:AFG:

  • Receivables Turnover: 5.22
  • GF Value™: €18.59 vs. price of €14.60 (21.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 73.1% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#498 of 1099)

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 Business Description

Address 77 Hot Metal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, USA, 15203-2329
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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