American Eagle Stock Plunges on Guidance Withdrawal, Inventory Woes

American Eagle Outfitters Inc (NYSE:AEO) stock is down 5.7% at $11.99 this morning, after the apparel retailer withdrew its 2025 guidance “due to macro uncertainty.” The company now expects a first-quarter revenue decline of 5% to $1.1 billion, and comparable sales to fall 3% -- led by a 4% drop at its Aerie brand. American Eagle also warned of an $85 million operating loss, driven by heavy discounting and a $75 million inventory write-down tied to spring and summer merchandise.American Eagle Outfitters sto ...