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About Apple Inc

Apple Inc. (AAPL) is a global technology giant known for its iconic products like the iPhone, Mac, iPad, Apple Watch, and Air Pods. With a market value close to $3 trillion and over $391 billion in revenue in 2024, Apple stock is one of the most valuable and widely traded shares worldwide. The Apple share price reflects strong investor confidence, driven by the company’s loyal customer base, vast ecosystem, and consistent innovation.

For traders, AAPL offers a compelling opportunity thanks to its robust financial performance, global brand recognition, and growth potential. Whether you’re new to investing or an experienced trader, keeping an eye on Apple stock can be a smart move to tap into one of the most influential companies in the tech industry.

Stock Price Range

$164.12 - $260.01

Average Daily Volume

69.7M Shares

PE Ratio (TTM)

29.04

EPS (TTM)

6.97

Dividend Yield

0.44%

Market Share

14% Global Smartphone

Key Insights for Smart Investors

Why Apple Stocks Commands a Premium?

Apple’s stock in the current market is highly valued due to its strong brand image, massive market capitalization, robust revenue streams, innovative product line-up, and dominant market position in several tech segments. Here are some key highlights to help you understand why Apple is so valued and to assist you in making an informed investment decision:

Brand Value

Apple is the most valuable brand in the world in 2025, with a brand valuation of approximately USD 574.5 billion, ahead of Microsoft and Amazon. This reflects strong consumer loyalty, brand recognition, and pricing power.

Market Capitalization and Stock Metrics

  • As of April 2025, Apple’s market capitalization is about $3.06 trillion, making it the most valuable publicly traded company globally.
  • The stock price recently traded around $202.50 with a 52-week range between $164.12 and $260.01.
  • The average daily trading volume over 30 days is approximately 7 million shares, indicating high liquidity.
  • The stock has a trailing twelve months (TTM) price-to-earnings (PE) ratio of about 04 and an earnings per share (EPS) of 6.97, showing solid profitability.
  • Dividend yield is modest at 0.44%, reflecting Apple’s focus on growth and reinvestment.

Revenue and Business Model

  • Apple designs, manufactures, and markets a wide range of consumer electronics, software, and services.
  • Core product categories include iPhone, Mac computers, iPad tablets, wearables (Apple Watch, AirPods), and accessories.
  • Software platforms include iOS, macOS, watchOS, and others.
  • Services such as the App Store, Apple Music, Apple TV+, iCloud, AppleCare, and digital payment services contribute significantly to recurring revenue.

Core Products

  • iPhone remains the flagship product in the mobile segment
  • MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, and other Mac computers serve the personal computing market.
  • iPad line includes iPad Pro and iPad Air.
  • Wearables include Apple Watch Series and Air Pods variants.
  • Apple Vision Pro is a new product in the mixed reality space that is yet to be launched

Major competitors include:

  • Smartphones: Samsung, Xiaomi, vivo, OPPO
  • Personal computers: HP, Dell, Lenovo, Acer, Toshiba
  • Streaming and digital content: Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu
  • Other tech giants like Microsoft and Nvidia compete in overlapping technology and services sectors.

Recent Market Developments

  • Apple’s stock regained its $3 trillion market cap after tariff exemptions on iPhones were announced, reducing cost pressures.
  • Despite some recent stock price volatility and a bearish technical rating, Apple’s fundamentals remain strong.

Apple Stock Performance Overview

Aspect Details
Brand Value $574.5 billion (2025) - Most valuable brand globally
Market Cap ~$3.06 trillion (April 2025)
Stock Price Range $164.12 - $260.01 (52-week range)
Average Daily Volume ~69.7 million shares
PE Ratio (TTM) 29.04
EPS (TTM) 6.97
Dividend Yield 0.44%
Core Products iPhone, Mac, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods, Apple Vision Pro
Services App Store, Apple Music, Apple TV+, iCloud, AppleCare, Digital Payments
Market Share 14% global smartphone, 8.6% global PC market
Key Competitors Samsung, Xiaomi, HP, Dell, Lenovo, Netflix, Disney+, Microsoft, Nvidia

Apple’s valuation reflects its leadership in innovation, strong brand loyalty, diversified product and service ecosystem, and dominant market share in key technology sectors. For a trader or investor, these factors combined with its financial strength and growth prospects make Apple a compelling stock, though market conditions and valuation multiples should be carefully considered before investing.

Kanak Capital Market Reviews on APPLE (APPL) Presence is U.S. Stock Market

At Kanak Capital Markets, we see Apple Inc. (AAPL) as a cornerstone of the global stock markets – an industry giant with unmatched brand power, a loyal customer base, and a proven record of innovation. Despite short-term fluctuations and evolving market dynamics, Apple consistently delivers strong financials, record revenues, and steady growth in its services segment, reinforcing its leadership in tech.

As traders know, AAPL’s presence brings both stability and opportunity to portfolios, and with its ongoing push into new products and markets, Apple’s story is far from over. In our view, Apple isn’t just a big player – it’s a brand built to last and a stock that continues to shape the future of investing

Sources
Sources:
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/04/14/apple-regains-3-trillion-market-cap-after-trump-exempts-iphone-tariff.html
https://companiesmarketcap.com/inr/apple/marketcap/
https://www.moneycontrol.com/us-markets/stockpricequote/appleinc/AAPL
https://vietnamnet.vn/en/10-exciting-apple-products-to-look-forward-to-in-2025-2390678.html

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Your questions answered

Common Questions

 

Apple Inc’s market capitalization stands at approximately $3.07 trillion as of April 2025, making it the world’s most valuable company.

No, you cannot buy Apple stock directly from Apple; you need to purchase shares through a registered brokerage account.

To invest in Apple stock, open a brokerage account, search for the ticker symbol AAPL, and place your buy order for the desired number of shares or fractional shares.

AAPL stock remains popular due to Apple’s strong brand, financial performance, and innovation, but always review current financials as part of your own research and consult with a financial advisor before investing.

The Vanguard Group is Apple’s largest institutional investor, holding 9.29% of shares (approximately 1.4 billion shares) as of April 2025. Among individual insiders, Arthur Levinson (Apple’s board chairman) holds the largest stake at over 4.2 million shares.

Tim Cook is the CEO of Apple Inc, having led the company since August 2011

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