Aeropostale (ARO)

Add a New Bulls Reason Company: Aeropostale (ARO) Current price: Headline: (100 character max) Analysis: Cancel 100% agree 3 votes edit Lower Prices Give Strong Positioning Top Contributor: Shawn Woodhull | Created when NYSE:ARO was $13.99 | Edit | History Aeropostale boasts the lowest prices of the main players in the teen apparel market, which give the firm an advantage in the current economic slowdown as teen's already small disposable income shrinks as their parents cut back on spending. In addition, the company has no debt and $100 million in free cash flow, putting ARO in a very strong positioon to do well in 2009 compared to other retailers. (100 character max) Cancel 100% agree 2 votes edit Children's Line Top Contributor: Shawn Woodhull | Created when NYSE:ARO was $13.99 | Edit | History Aeropostale will launch a new concept brand in 2009 designed for children. This new source of revenue could significantly help broaden Aeropostale's target market. The move follows the footsteps of Aeropostale's competitor, Abercrombie & Fitch, which operates a well-established children's brand, "abercrombie". (100 character max) Cancel 100% agree 1 votes edit ARO a rare bright spot in an otherwise dismal year for retailers Top Contributor: Jason Mercer | Created when NYSE:ARO was $37.23 | Edit | History Aeropostale's revenues and net income have increased in 2008 and throughout 2009 while competitors such as American Eagle and Gap have seen overall decreases. The company's lower price point makes it very attractive to consumers looking to cut down. The continued global recession, combined with Aeropostale's recent international expansion in Dubai, will serve to only bolster its sales. (100 character max) Cancel

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