Apple Reports Strong Profits Despite EU Tax Repayment
The tech giant exceeded earnings expectations with a $14.7 billion profit, driven by iPhone sales growth amid challenges in China.
- Apple's revenue for the last quarter increased by 6% to $94.9 billion, surpassing analysts' expectations.
- The company's net profit of $14.7 billion reflects a significant drop due to a $10.2 billion tax repayment to Ireland mandated by the EU.
- iPhone sales rose by 6% to $46.2 billion, marking a recovery after previous quarters of decline.
- Apple faces ongoing competition in China, where sales slightly decreased, impacting overall growth projections.
- New AI features in the iPhone 16, branded as 'Apple Intelligence,' are expected to boost future sales, though EU customers face delays due to regulatory issues.