Apple braces for $900m blow from Trump tariffs
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Apple says it is shifting production of most iPhones and other devices to be sold in the US away from China, which has been the focus of President Donald Trump's tariffs. The majority of the iPhones bound for the US market in the coming months will be made in India, while Vietnam will be a major production hub for items like iPads and Apple Watches, chief executive Tim Cook says. It comes as the technology giant estimated that US import taxes could add about $900m (£677.
AI Summary
Main Idea: Apple says Trump’s tariffs could add about $900m to its costs this quarter, even as it shifts more US-bound iPhone production to India and other devices to Vietnam.
Key Points:
- Apple expects most iPhones sold in the US in the coming months to be made in India.
- Vietnam is becoming a key hub for iPads, Apple Watches, AirPods, and some Mac products sold in the US.
- Tim Cook said Apple plans to invest $500bn in the US over the next four years, while keeping most non-US sales tied to China.
- Apple and Amazon both said sales were still holding up despite tariff turmoil, and Apple’s revenue rose 5% to $95.4bn in the latest quarter.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
Apple's higher tariff and factory-shift costs could raise prices for US buyers and add uncertainty for workers and investors.
Positive Impact
Apple moving more US-bound production to India and Vietnam may reduce supply shocks and keep phones and other devices available.
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