American Eagle says consumer is slowing down, issues weak guidance
1. American Eagle sees slower start to 2025 due to weak demand. 2. Shares fell about 5% after releasing disappointing guidance. 3. Current quarter expects mid-single-digit sales decline; analyst expectations were positive. 4. Recent results show mixed holiday performance, with sales down slightly year-over-year. 5. Persistent inflation and tariff concerns are impacting consumer spending.