American Eagle Outfitters Inc (AEO)

Net profit margin

		Feb 3, 2024	Oct 28, 2023	Jul 29, 2023	Apr 29, 2023	Jan 28, 2023	Oct 29, 2022	Jul 30, 2022	Apr 30, 2022	Jan 29, 2022	Oct 30, 2021	Jul 31, 2021	Jan 30, 2021	Oct 31, 2020	Aug 1, 2020	May 2, 2020	Feb 1, 2020	Nov 2, 2019	Aug 3, 2019	May 4, 2019	Feb 2, 2019
Net income (ttm)	US$ in thousands	170,039	218,312	202,884	111,848	125,135	120,974	191,926	355,903	327,698	335,378	169,402	-209,271	-208,042	-185,389	-106,656	191,258	262,662	267,373	262,725	261,902
Revenue (ttm)	US$ in thousands	5,261,780	5,139,060	5,078,580	5,015,720	4,989,830	4,941,580	4,975,080	5,031,220	5,268,470	4,792,150	4,401,580	3,759,112	3,781,452	3,816,242	3,973,612	4,308,210	4,237,780	4,175,080	4,099,053	4,035,724
Net profit margin		3.23%	4.25%	3.99%	2.23%	2.51%	2.45%	3.86%	7.07%	6.22%	7.00%	3.85%	-5.57%	-5.50%	-4.86%	-2.68%	4.44%	6.20%	6.40%	6.41%	6.49%

February 3, 2024 calculation

Net profit margin = Net income (ttm) ÷ Revenue (ttm)
= $170,039K ÷ $5,261,780K
= 3.23%

The net profit margin for American Eagle Outfitters Inc has shown variability over the periods analyzed. The company's net profit margin has ranged from a low of -5.57% to a high of 7.07% during the last 20 quarters.

In recent quarters, the net profit margin has generally been positive, indicating that the company is generating profits after accounting for all expenses. However, there have been a few periods where the net profit margin was negative, which may raise concerns about the company's profitability and efficiency in managing expenses.

Overall, the trend in the net profit margin for American Eagle Outfitters Inc appears to have improved in the most recent quarters, showing a positive trajectory. It is essential for stakeholders to continue monitoring the company's performance to ensure sustained profitability and operational efficiency.