
Apple's Stock Soars as T-Mobile Reports Record iPhone Sales
Jim Cramer highlights Apple's soaring stock performance and T-Mobile's record iPhone sales, indicating strong market trends in tech and telecommunications.
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Jim Cramer highlights Apple's soaring stock performance and T-Mobile's record iPhone sales, indicating strong market trends in tech and telecommunications.

Apple's upcoming Q3 earnings report is highly anticipated, with analysts expecting modest revenue growth driven by strong iPhone sales in China. Key focus areas include guidance on revenue and margins, potential M&A activities, and supply chain strategies amid geopolitical tariffs. Despite recent downgrades, some analysts see value in the stock, but overall, Apple faces macro and regulatory headwinds that make its outlook uncertain.

Apple faces a rough start to 2024 with a nearly $2 billion fine from the EU for anticompetitive behavior, a reported 24% decline in iPhone sales in China, and the discontinuation of its self-driving car project. Analysts believe Apple could bounce back by focusing on artificial intelligence, leveraging its large user base, and introducing new products like the Vision Pro mixed-reality headset. However, there are concerns about Apple falling behind in AI and the potential impact on its market value if it fails to deliver competitive AI services.

Rumored AI features in iOS 18 could potentially boost iPhone sales in China, where Apple has been facing declining revenue and market share against competitors offering advanced AI features and foldable displays. Apple is expected to unveil iOS 18 at WWDC in June, with potential exclusive AI features for the iPhone 16 models later in the year, aiming to meet consumer expectations and revive its popularity in the Chinese market amid fierce competition from brands like Huawei.
Apple is set to report its first fiscal quarter results, with investor focus on the outlook for iPhone sales and revenue growth. Analyst estimates predict a 2.8% increase in iPhone sales and a 12.3% growth in services revenue, but a decline in iPad and Wearables, Home and Accessories sales. Concerns about iPhone growth in China and the company's generative artificial intelligence strategy are also on investors' minds. Analysts anticipate a beat in December quarter results, but predict a decline in March quarter guidance. Despite this, there is optimism about the growth in services and the potential in "edge" AI devices.

Apple is set to report its Q1 earnings, with investors closely watching iPhone sales in China amid concerns of underperformance. Analysts expect an increase in EPS and revenue, but anticipate a decline in overall revenue in Greater China. While iPhone and Mac revenue are expected to improve, iPad revenue is forecasted to drop. The company is also contending with a patent battle affecting its wearables segment. Additionally, Apple is gearing up to launch its Vision Pro AR/VR headset, with its success hinging on developer support and initial uptake.

Microsoft stock rose on news of a strategic partnership and expansion of its Copilot AI assistant software, while Apple stock dropped due to worries about iPhone sales weakness in China. Microsoft's market cap surpassed Apple's, with Microsoft's valuation at $2.887 trillion and Apple's at $2.892 trillion. Microsoft's stock advanced 0.8% to 391.63, while Apple's stock retreated more than 2% to 181.51. Microsoft's Copilot AI assistant software is being expanded to reach more users, including a paid version for consumers and small businesses, while Apple is offering discounts on its newer iPhones in China to spur demand.

Apple's stock has reached an all-time high, pushing the company's market cap above $3 trillion and adding over $1 trillion in value this year. Analysts predict that Apple could become the first publicly traded company to reach a $4 trillion valuation by the end of 2024, driven by strong iPhone sales and the growth of its services.

Apple shares are trading near their all-time high, and Wedbush analyst Dan Ives believes that strong iPhone sales could be the catalyst for the stock to break through this barrier, presenting a "golden opportunity" for investors.

Apple reassured investors that demand for iPhones in China remains strong, with record-breaking sales in the September quarter and four out of the top five best-selling smartphones in urban China. While overall smartphone sales in China fell 3% in July-September, Apple's market share appeared to have increased. However, sales of iPhones in China declined by 6%. Huawei's China smartphone sales, on the other hand, grew strongly in the quarter. Apple's overall sales in China dipped 2.5%, primarily due to tough Mac computer and iPad sales. Analysts remain optimistic about Apple's demand outlook in China, especially with aggressive discounting on the iPhone 15 series ahead of the Singles Day shopping festival.
Apple reported earnings that exceeded expectations, with revenue reaching $89.5 billion in its fiscal fourth quarter. iPhone sales reached a new record of $43.8 billion, while services revenue surpassed $22 billion for the first time. However, total revenues declined for the fourth consecutive quarter, and revenues in the Mac, iPad, and Wearables categories also fell. Apple's home market in the Americas was the only major geography to see revenue rise year-over-year.

A new report from CIRP reveals that Apple's direct iPhone sales in the US have reached a new low, with carriers now accounting for almost 80% of iPhone purchases. During the pandemic, Apple experienced a surge in customers buying iPhones directly from the company, but the trend has since reversed. The shift is attributed to consumers returning to retail stores and the aggressive incentives offered by carriers, including free iPhones and attractive trade-in offers. This decline in direct sales means lower revenue for Apple, as customers are less likely to purchase AppleCare and other high-profit margin accessories from wireless carriers.
Apple shares experienced their largest decline since September 2022, falling 4.8% after the company's fiscal third-quarter earnings report revealed a forecasted decline in revenue for the September quarter, marking the fourth consecutive quarter of decline. While Apple's earnings beat expectations, overall sales declined 1% due to weaker iPhone, iPad, and Mac sales. The stock's decline was attributed to the company's projection of similar sales in the upcoming quarter, despite indicating that iPhone sales would perform better with a 2% year-over-year decline.
Apple stock experienced its largest decline since February after reporting a 1% drop in revenue, attributed to lower sales of iPhones and iPads. Shares of the tech giant fell 2.5% on Friday, making it the worst performer in the Dow Jones Industrial Average and subtracting 32 points from the index.

Apple's latest earnings report exceeded analyst expectations with quarterly iPhone sales exceeding $51 billion, beating estimates by $2.5 billion. The company launched a $90 billion stock buyback program and raised its quarterly dividend by 4%. The strong sales in iPhone helped offset weakness in Apple's Mac and iPad divisions. Shares of Apple jumped more than 5% on Friday, adding $135 billion to the company's market value. Wall Street analysts praised Apple's performance and reiterated their positive outlook on the company.