American Eagle Stock Soars 15% on Sweeney Ads
American Eagle Stock Jumps 15% on Sydney Sweeney Ads Buzz: Holiday Forecast Raised Amid Retail Surge. Major Stock Surge: American Eagle Outfitters shares soared nearly 15% in a single day, marking one of the biggest gains in retail stocks this year, fuelled by strong holiday expectations. Sydney Sweeney Magic: The actress's "Great Jeans" campaign has gone viral, pulling in new shoppers and boosting brand buzz, with even unexpected endorsements from big names like Donald Trump. Raised Holiday Outlook: The company now predicts 8-9% comparable sales growth for the holiday quarter, way above what experts thought – thanks to record Thanksgiving sales. Earnings Beat Delivers: Q3 results showed better-than-expected revenue and profits, with the Aerie brand shining at 11% growth, setting a positive tone for 2026. Investor Tip: With shares up 60% since September, this could be a buy signal, but watch for holiday spending trends amid economic shifts.
