American Eagle's 4Q Up

Year-end results show slight sales jump, while same-store sales decrease
Posted February 4, 2010

American Eagle Outfitters Inc. (Pittsburgh) reports its total sales for the four weeks ended January 30, 2010 increased 18 percent to $163.5 million, compared to $138.9 million for the same period last year. Consolidated same-store sales rose 10 percent for the month, compared to a 22 percent decline at this time in 2009.

Total sales for the year ended January 30, 2010 rose slightly to $2.991 billion, compared to $2.989 billion for the 2009 year-end. Comparable store sales decreased 4 percent for the year, compared to a 10 percent drop last year.

American Eagle Outfitters operates stores under the American Eagle Outfitters brand, with 938 stores in the U.S. and Canada, aerie by american eagle, with 137 standalone stores in the U.S. and Canada, and Martin + Osa, with 28 stores The latest brand, 77kids by american eagle, is available online only.