Could the Trade Fight Take a Bite Out of Apple?
Published On Feb 5, 2025, 8:32 AM
The article discusses how a potential investigation by China into Apple's App Store practices is a consequence of the ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and China. This has resulted in a decline of over 2% in Apple's shares during premarket trading, leading to a loss of approximately $90 billion in market value. The investigation raises concerns about how U.S. trade policies may negatively impact American companies, particularly tech giants like Apple.
Stock Forecasts
AAPL
Negative
The investigation into Apple's App Store policies could lead to increased regulatory scrutiny and potentially unfavorable outcomes for the company, which may hurt its stock price in the near term. Given the current market reactions, the forecast is negative for Apple's stock.
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