Robert Hanson Eyes Tighter Inventories, Quicker Turns at AEO

Increased discounting during the holidays and higher merchandise costs crimped fourth-quarter earnings at the Pittsburgh-based company.

By David Lipke

financial/news

Robert Hanson has his work cut out for him at American Eagle Outfitters Inc., where he assumed the chief executive officer position on Jan. 30. The teen retailer’s growth trajectory has fizzled,...

Robert Hanson Eyes Tighter Inventories, Quicker Turns at AEO

Increased discounting during the holidays and higher merchandise costs crimped fourth-quarter earnings at the Pittsburgh-based company.

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