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Apple faces $900 million in tariffs but reports strong earnings; Cook optimistic about managing costs without immediate price hikes for consumers.
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Overview
During the Q1 earnings call, Apple CEO Tim Cook stated tariffs cost $900 million last quarter but reported record revenue of $95.4 billion and earnings per share of $1.65. He reassured consumers that price increases due to tariffs are unlikely in the near term, attributing lower costs to increased production in India and Vietnam rather than China. Despite the uncertainty surrounding tariffs, analysts noted that Apple has fared surprisingly well amidst trade tensions, maintaining a positive outlook for the company's revenue growth. Cook emphasized ongoing engagement with tariff policy discussions, seeking to mitigate impacts on consumers.
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Analysis
- Apple faced limited impact from tariffs in the latest quarter but expects a $900 million hit next quarter due to uncertainty in trade policies.
- The company is shifting production for iPhones to India and increasing manufacturing in Vietnam to mitigate costs associated with tariffs.
- Despite challenges, Apple reported strong earnings, indicating resilience in its supply chain and ongoing consumer demand for its products.
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Apple reported a record revenue of $124.3 billion for Q1 2025, which represents a 4% increase from the previous year.
The article you provided mentions tariffs that cost Apple $900 million in a past quarter, but it's not specific to Q1 2025. For Q1 2025, details about tariffs' direct impact were not provided in the available data.
In Q1 2025, Apple's Mac revenue increased by 16%, iPad by 15%, and Services by 14%. However, iPhone revenue was down by 1%, and the Wearables, Home, and Accessories category decreased by 2%.
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