Goldman Sticks With Apple (AAPL) Buy Rating Despite Early-2026 Weakness

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) is one of the Buzzing AI Stocks Analysts are Watching. On January 20, Goldman Sachs analyst Michael Ng reiterated a Buy rating on the stock with a $320.00 price target. The firm views APPL’s recent YTD drop as a buying opportunity, citing multi-year iPhone strength and Services mix. The investment bank noted how Apple’s shares are down 5% YTD at the start of calendar 2026, likely due to commodity cost inflation and App Store concerns.  However, the recent weakness presents a buyi ...