Apple ( (AAPL) ) has been popular among investors this week. Here is a recap of the key news on this stock.
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Apple’s recent financial results have impressed Wall Street, with the company reporting earnings per share of $1.57, surpassing expectations of $1.43. Revenue for the quarter reached $94.04 billion, exceeding forecasts of $89.53 billion. This marks the largest quarterly revenue growth since December 2021, driven by a 13% year-over-year increase in iPhone sales. Despite these strong results, analysts caution that Apple’s stock may not see significant gains until uncertainties around AI strategy and tariff impacts are resolved.
The tech giant is actively addressing its AI strategy, with CEO Tim Cook indicating a willingness to increase spending to catch up with competitors like Microsoft and Google. This could involve building more data centers or acquiring larger AI companies. However, concerns remain about Apple’s reliance on iPhone sales and potential valuation risks if its iOS system falls behind Android. Analysts have a Moderate Buy consensus on Apple stock, with price targets ranging from $228.11 to $275, suggesting a potential upside of up to 14.35%.