Key Points:
- Apple (AAPL, Financial) is strategizing to adjust production due to U.S.-China tariff pressures, considering U.S. and Indian manufacturing to mitigate costs.
- Wall Street analysts project a potential 12.87% upside in Apple's stock price with an average target of $236.21.
- Current valuation metrics suggest a possible 1.64% downside from Apple's present trading price, according to GuruFocus estimates.
In the face of ongoing U.S.-China tariff tensions, Apple Inc. (AAPL) is actively reassessing its production strategy. The tech giant is contemplating increasing iPhone manufacturing within the United States and India as a strategic move to circumvent rising tariffs, which could otherwise elevate costs on its pivotal products, influencing both market demand and stock performance. Notably, Apple's stock has experienced a 22% decline this year.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast
Wall Street analysts have provided one-year price targets for Apple Inc. (AAPL, Financial), with an average price target of $236.21. Projections range from a high of $300.00 to a low of $141.00. This average target suggests a potential upside of 12.87% compared to the current trading price of $209.28. For more detailed estimates, visit the Apple Inc. (AAPL) Forecast page.
According to the consensus recommendation from 50 brokerage firms, Apple Inc. (AAPL, Financial) boasts an average brokerage recommendation of 2.1, denoting an "Outperform" status on the rating scale. This scale ranges from 1, signifying a Strong Buy, to 5, indicating a Sell.
Furthermore, based on GuruFocus estimates, Apple's one-year estimated GF Value stands at $205.84. This indicates a potential downside of 1.64% from its current price of $209.28. The GF Value represents GuruFocus' fair value estimation, calculated using historical trading multiples, past business growth, and anticipated future business performance. Additional data can be accessed on the Apple Inc. (AAPL, Financial) Summary page.
