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Discussion of Apparel Retailers’ Margin Performances

Discussion of Apparel Retailers’ Margin Performances

In the first half of fiscal 2018, American Eagle Outfitters’ (AEO) gross margin expanded 130 basis points to 36.8% due to the leverage it achieved in rent expenses.