Apple(US:AAPL) Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-07-27 05:00Core Viewpoint - Tim Cook is recognized as the most financially adept CEO in Apple's history, succeeding Steve Jobs, who was known for innovation. Cook has significantly increased Apple's market value and revenue during his tenure, but his limitations in innovation are becoming apparent in the current technological landscape, particularly with the rise of AI [1][3][5]. Group 1: Tim Cook's Achievements - Under Tim Cook's leadership, Apple became the first company to reach a market capitalization of over $1 trillion, $2 trillion, and $3 trillion [3]. - During Cook's tenure of over 10 years, Apple's revenue, profit, and market value have increased tenfold [3]. Group 2: Limitations of Tim Cook - The current technological environment is changing, and Cook's financial background may not be suitable for leading Apple in an era that demands disruptive innovation [5][7]. - Apple is lagging in AI development compared to competitors like OpenAI, Google, and Meta, primarily due to a lack of clear goals and innovation focus within the company [9]. - There is a growing belief among analysts and investors that Cook is no longer the best fit for Apple's leadership, as the company now requires a CEO with a strong technological and innovative background rather than one focused on logistics and cost control [9].