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Apple’s earnings confirmed resilient demand and record-breaking iPhone sales, while investor attention quickly shifts to supply constraints and the company’s evolving AI strategy.NASDAQ : AAPLAppleToday's Change( 0.62 %) $ 1.60Current Price$ 259.88Key Data PointsMarket Cap$3.8TDay's Range$ 252.22 - $ 261.9052wk Range$ 169.21 - $ 288.62Volume3.5MAvg Vol47MGross Margin46.91 %Dividend Yield0.40 %Apple (AAPL +0.62%), consumer electronics and services giant, closed Friday at $259.48, up 0.46%. The stock traded i ...

Company Performance - Apple reported a record-breaking first quarter with revenue of approximately $143.8 billion and earnings per share of $2.84, exceeding expectations due to strong iPhone demand and overall market strength [2] - iPhone revenue increased by roughly 23% to an all-time high, while services also reached a record as Apple's installed base surpassed 2.5 billion active devices [2] - CEO Tim Cook indicated strong growth prospects with guidance for double-digit revenue expansion in the next quarter, despite challenges from memory chip cost pressures and supply constraints [3] Market Reactions - The nomination of Kevin Walsh as the new chair of the Federal Reserve led to a strengthening of the dollar and a significant drop in gold prices, reflecting market expectations regarding future Fed policy [5] - The memory sector is experiencing significant growth, with companies like Sandisk and Western Digital reporting triple-digit gains and benefiting from tight supplies and high demand driven by AI and data centers [8] Upcoming Earnings and Expectations - Alphabet is expected to report earnings per share of $2.60, a 20% increase from last year, with revenue projected at $94.7 billion, focusing on search and YouTube ad revenue, AI monetization, and cloud growth [12] - Amazon's earnings per share is anticipated to be $1.98, with rising revenue of $211.53 billion, while investors will closely monitor AWS growth amid strong competition in the retail sector [13] Economic Indicators - Upcoming economic data releases include global manufacturing PMIs, ISM reports, and ADP job numbers, which will be crucial for market reactions and future rate cut expectations [16]

Market Overview - Major indexes experienced a decline, with technology shares remaining under pressure. President Trump's selection of Kevin Warsh as the Federal Reserve chair has somewhat alleviated concerns regarding Fed independence due to his hawkish stance on inflation [4][5] - Despite the overall market weakness, the S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq are still on track for a positive January, each up more than 1% for the month so far [5] Commodity Market - Gold spot prices fell 16% from the previous day's highs, while silver dropped 39%, indicating market comfort with Warsh's hawkish lean. However, both metals remain significantly higher for the month (+12% for gold and +14% for silver) and for the past year (+72% for gold and +164% for silver) [6] Bond Market - Bond yields increased following a higher-than-expected December core producer price index, which rose by 0.7% compared to the anticipated 0.3% [7] Equity Market Performance - Apple shares declined despite reporting better-than-expected Q1 earnings and revenue, driven by strong iPhone sales. In contrast, SanDisk's stock surged by 22% due to positive guidance [7] - The equity markets showed volatility throughout the week but ended January on a higher note, with small caps leading the gains while the Nasdaq lagged [7] Currency and Cryptocurrency - The dollar has depreciated for the third consecutive month, while Bitcoin exhibited typical volatility, initially dropping but recovering by the end of the trading day [8] Trend Tracking Indexes (TTIs) - The domestic TTI remains bullish, closing at +6.52% above its moving average, while the international TTI closed at +10.51% above its moving average, both maintaining their respective "Buy" signals [12][13]

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I aim to provide alpha-generating investment ideas. I am an independent investor managing my family's portfolio, primarily via a Self Managed Super Fund. You can expect my articles to deliver a clearly structured, evidence-based thesis.I have a generalist approach as I explore, analyze and invest in any sector so long there is perceived alpha potential vs the S&P500. The typical holding period ranges between a few quarters to multiple years.A bit about how I approach research and coverage of a stock:I build ...

Core Insights - The company has experienced a significant quarter in terms of iPhone design, particularly in China, which has provided a strong tailwind for services [1] - Despite strong performance and guidance, the stock reaction has been puzzling, with expectations for a 5% to 8% increase not materializing [1] - The company is facing challenges in articulating a clear strategy, which has contributed to investor skepticism [2][10] Group 1: Market Performance and Investor Sentiment - The company has a massive install base of 1.5 billion iPhones, yet it has lagged behind mega-cap tech peers, leading to disappointment among investors [3][4] - Concerns about gross margins due to rising memory prices and supply chain constraints related to the iPhone's three-nanometer processor may impact investor confidence [4][5] - The stock's movement is heavily dependent on the company's ability to outline a clear growth strategy, which is currently lacking [6][10] Group 2: Strategic Partnerships and Market Dynamics - The partnership with Google, particularly the Gemini initiative, is seen as a significant step towards building a subscription service, which is not yet reflected in the stock [3][12] - The company has navigated geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and China, which have eased, providing a positive outlook for iPhone sales in China, accounting for 20% of total sales [9][10] - The company is perceived to be in a critical moment where it must capitalize on its strengths and address its strategic shortcomings to avoid falling behind [13][14]

Apple laid out both good and bad news about iPhone sales in its earnings call Thursday: On the one hand, CEO Tim Cook revealed that the company had record sales of $85.3 billion for its last quarter, driven by its iPhone 17 and iPhone Air lineups.On the other, Cook said, Apple left money on the table because it couldn't meet all the demand for iPhones due to constraints on the chips it needs to make those phones.Don't miss any of our unbiased tech content and lab-based reviews. Add CNET as a preferred Googl ...

It's time now for our 360 round. For that, let's bring in our panel to discuss Apple. They beat on the top and the bottom line.Exceeded expectations in iPhone sales. Joining us to break down some of the numbers and take a closer look, Diane Hinchcliffe, the VP practice lead at Futurum, and Jed Ellerbrook, the portfolio manager at Argent Capital Management. Thank you both for being with us.Diane, let's start with you. You know, we saw Apple come across the the wires yesterday. good numbers coming across, unp ...

Apple Inc.'s (AAPL) first-quarter earnings report highlighted more than just strong iPhone sales. The results help explain why the company remains a top holding in dividend growth and quality factor E... ...