American Eagle Outfitters, Inc., a Delaware corporation, was founded in 1977. The company is a leading global specialty retailer. The Company operates and licenses nearly 1,500 retail stores worldwide and is online at www.ae.com and www.aerie.com in the United States (" U.S. ") and internationally. The company's brand is connected under the core purpose of REAL, inclusive, optimistic and empowering. The company's mission is to show the world the true power of optimism.
