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AppleΓÇÖs R&D spending hits new record as AI investment ramps up
AppleΓÇÖs spending on research and development hit an all-time high in the companyΓÇÖs latest quarterly results, reflecting an industry-wide continued push into AI development.
Apple's Q2 2026 Earnings Call: 11 Key Takeaways
Apple held its earnings call for the second fiscal quarter (first calendar quarter) of 2026 today after announcing its best March quarter ever. Apple saw revenue of $111.2 billion with double-digit growth across every geographic segment and across every product category. Apple CEO Tim Cook and Apple CFO Kevan Parekh provided insight into iPhone sales, Mac sales, RAM supply issues, and more. We've rounded up the most interesting takeaways from the call.
Apple to seek tariff refunds, plans to reinvest money in U.S. manufacturing
Apple CEO Tim Cook said today that the company is seeking refunds for tariffs it previously paid under Donald TrumpΓÇÖs trade policy, after a recent Supreme Court decision ruled those measures unconstitutional.
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Any tariff refund Apple gets will be reinvested into US manufacturing
Apple CEO Tim Cook made it clear, that the company will reinvest any tariff refund it gets into new U.S. manufacturing initiatives, further funding domestic production.
Apple is predicting up to a $110 billion fiscal third quarter 2026
There are no signs of Apple slowing down in Q3 2026, as it is likely to see even more year-over-year growth in spite of a tough comparison for iPad.
Apple's memory stockpile is holding for now, but price rises still loom
Apple's ability to prevent memory prices from increasing the cost of iPhones and other products won't last forever. Tim Cook has warned that it's only going to get harder to do so.
Apple Says Mac Studio and Mac Mini Will Be in Short Supply for Months
During today's earnings call for the second fiscal quarter of 2026, Apple CEO Tim Cook said that the Mac mini and Mac Studio could be hard to get for months to come. "We think, looking forward, that the Mac mini and Mac Studio may take several months to reach supply demand balance," Cook said. Apple underestimated demand for the Mac mini and the Mac Studio.
Tim Cook reveals advice heΓÇÖs given to incoming CEO John Ternus
Apple CEO Tim Cook has shared the advice heΓÇÖs given to his successor John Ternus, who will take over the role in September. Speaking during AppleΓÇÖs Q2 2026 earnings call, Cook was asked what guidance he
Apple shares June quarter guidance with 14% to 17% revenue growth outlook
Apple today provided its guidance for the June quarter of fiscal 2026, outlining expectations for revenue growth, margins, and key business trends amid the ongoing memory shortage.
Apple says supply constraints for Mac mini and Mac Studio to persist for several months
On its quarterly earnings call today, Apple CEO Tim Cook addressed the ongoing supply shortages for AppleΓÇÖs pro desktop Macs....
Apple Expects 'Significantly Higher Memory Costs' in June Quarter and Beyond
Apple had higher memory costs during the March quarter, and the impact is expected to get worse as the year goes on. Apple CEO Tim Cook said that Apple is expecting "significantly higher memory costs" in the June quarter, and beyond June, memory costs will "drive an increasing impact" on Apple's business. Cook said the higher memory costs have been partially offset because the company is selling existing inventory that it has stockpiled.
Apple confirms MacBook Neo shortages after weeks of supply rumors
Apple CEO Tim Cook has, for the first time, officially confirmed that the MacBook Neo is facing supply constraints, following weeks of reports pointing to limited availability. Speaking during AppleΓÇÖs Q2 2026 earnings call, Cook acknowledged
John Ternus speaks publicly for first time since being named Apple CEO
AppleΓÇÖs incoming CEO John Ternus has made his first public remarks since being named as Tim CookΓÇÖs successor, speaking during the companyΓÇÖs Q2 2026 earnings call. Ternus, who will take over as CEO in September, used
John Ternus joins AppleΓÇÖs Q2 2026 earnings call, touts ΓÇÿincredible roadmap aheadΓÇÖ
AppleΓÇÖs Q2 2026 earnings call included a notable addition this time around, as incoming CEO John Ternus joined the discussion alongside current CEO Tim Cook and CFO Kevan Parekh.
Apple hails 'extraordinary' iPhone demand as boss Tim Cook heads out
Cook is preparing to bow out after 15 years at the helm and hand over to John Ternus.
Apple says iPhone 17 lineup is its most popular ever
Apple says the iPhone 17 lineup has become the most popular in the companyΓÇÖs history, according to comments shared with the Financial Times via 9to5Mac. Speaking following AppleΓÇÖs latest earnings results, CFO Kevan Parekh said demand
China demand hinges on good products that resonate with customers, Cook says
Apple had a record-breaking March quarter partially thanks to excellent performance in China, but there's more to the story than just basic demand.
iPhone 17 Is Apple's Most Popular Lineup Ever
Apple's iPhone 17 models are its most popular iPhones to date, Apple CFO Kevan Parekh told the Financial Times. Both Parekh and Apple CEO Tim Cook attributed Apple's stellar Q2 2026 performance to iPhone sales. "The iPhone 17 family is now the most popular line-up in our history... we believe we gained market share during the quarter," said Parekh. Cook told Reuters that iPhone demand was "off the charts," and that supply was constrained despite the impressive sales.
Mac lineup is doing so well that Apple can't keep up with demand
Apple CEO Tim Cook is thrilled at how well the new Mac lineup is doing, but that isn't good news for anyone looking to score a Mac mini.
Apple says iPhone 17 lineup is officially the ΓÇÿmost popularΓÇÖ in its history
Apple reported another record-breaking quarter of earnings today, and it came with a big announcement about the iPhone 17 lineup:...
AppleΓÇÖs iPhone revenue jumps to $57 billion despite chip shortages
Apple still had a record quarter.
Record quarter leads to new $100B share buyback, increased dividend
Apple reported $111.2 billion in revenue for its fiscal second quarter on April 30, and with it a new $100 billion share buyback, and $0.27 per share dividend.
Tim Cook says iPhone 17 demand is ΓÇÿoff the chartsΓÇÖ, but supply constraints impacted sales
Apple just announced its quarterly results, including $56.99 billion in iPhone revenue. This number is slightly below the average of...