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TechnologyConsumer ElectronicsScore data as of Sep 1, 2026

AAPL

Catalysts
Apple Inc.
Technology· Consumer Electronics
AIQ Score
NeutralAIQ Edge 10/10
Leader
Sector Leader
Score data as of Sep 1, 2026
Last price
$325.13
+$8.28 (+2.61%)
Latest market quote
Momentum83
Value41
Quality80
Risk Resilience65
Sentiment60
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Stock Catalyst Board

Earnings timing, analyst expectations, news pressure, growth drivers, events, and AIQ Catalyst context.

Next earnings
Oct 29, 2026

Upcoming reporting date available for this company.

AIQ Catalyst
AIQ 67/100

Momentum 83/100 and sentiment 60/100 before the next covered event.

Recent coverage
5 articles

Updated Sep 2, 2026 · Sentiment 49.11%

Earnings History And Surprises

See whether reported EPS and revenue have consistently exceeded or missed analyst expectations.

Earnings Expectations And Results

Compare what analysts expected with what the company reported across recent quarters.

Momentum 83/100AIQ Edge 10/10 Sector Leader
Beat rate
100%
8 of 8 reported periods
Average surprise
+4.8%
Across covered historical reports
Latest result
+6.9%
Jul 30, 2026
EPS estimate versus actual
Actual bars are colored by beat, inline result, or miss.
Earnings history
Report dateFiscal periodEPS estimateEPS actualEPS surpriseRevenue estimateRevenue actual
Jul 30, 2026$1.89$2.02+6.9%$109.04B$109.42B
Apr 30, 2026$1.95$2.01+3.1%$109.46B$111.18B
Jan 29, 2026$2.67$2.85+6.7%$138.39B$143.76B
Oct 30, 2025$1.73$1.85+6.9%$102.23B$102.47B
Jul 31, 2025$1.44$1.57+9.0%$89.56B$94.04B
May 1, 2025$1.63$1.65+1.2%$94.54B$95.36B
Jan 30, 2025$2.36$2.40+1.7%$124.26B$124.3B
Oct 31, 2024$1.60$1.64+2.5%$94.51B$94.93B

Analyst Forecast And Price Targets

Wall Street consensus, rating distribution, and the current 12-month target range.

Analyst ratings
Buy
28
Buy
14
Hold
5
Sell
12-month analyst target
$328.32
+0.98% versus current price
Based on 18 analyst observations. Targets are estimates, not predictions.
Low target
$245.00
-24.65% vs latest price
Average target
$328.32
+0.98% vs latest price
High target
$400.00
+23.03% vs latest price

Event Read

Catalysts should explain what can change the setup, when it might happen, and which AIQ component would move first.

Current event setup

Event dateOct 29, 2026

Next known earnings or reporting date.

EPS estimate$1.98

Current analyst expectation for the upcoming report.

Revenue estimate$113.22B

Current analyst expectation for the upcoming report.

Sentiment score60

News pressure around the setup.

Momentum score83

Where event reaction would show up first.

AIQ score67/100

Composite decision read before event confirmation.

Analyst context

Consensus
Buy
Analysts
18
Average target
$328.32
Target upside
0.98%
Target range
$245.00 - $400.00
90-day revisions
4

News And Sentiment

Recent company coverage, scored where source sentiment is available.

Positive
5
Neutral
0
Negative
0
insidermonkey.com · Sep 1, 2026

John Ternus Takes Over Apple with Just Eight Days Until His First Big Test

John Ternus has officially taken over as CEO of Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL), succeeding Tim Cook after his successful 15-year run.

gurufocus.com · Sep 1, 2026

Apple's New CEO Inherits a 33x Valuation and an $840 Billion Legacy

Technology behemoth Apple Inc. (AAPL, Financials) is beginning the John Ternus era with a far higher bar than Tim Cook had to clear when he inherited the reins

gurufocus.com · Sep 1, 2026

AAPL Looks 15.0% Overvalued on GF Value™ as of September 2026

On September 01, 2026, Wells Fargo's equity research team issued a cautionary note on the AI sector's investment outlook, highlighting the challenge not in dema

gurufocus.com · Sep 1, 2026

Apple Inc. (AAPL) -- Resilient Growth Amidst Market Challenges | Franklin Growth Opportunities Fund Q2 2026

Strong brand loyalty and ecosystem drive consistent revenue growth.Market positioning as a leader in consumer electronics and services.Risks include supply chai

finance.yahoo.com · Sep 1, 2026

‘Your Stock Doesn’t Know Your Name’: Wes Moss on Owning Too Much Apple, Google

A 45-year-old investor with a million dollars on the line and a third of it riding on three stocks asked Wes Moss how to escape. His answer starts with a mindset shift most investors resist making.

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AAPL Catalysts FAQ

What are the next catalysts for AAPL stock?

AAPL's next stock catalysts can include earnings, guidance, analyst ratings, price-target changes, estimate revisions, product updates, regulatory events, contracts, or sector developments. Use this page to connect those events with AIQ and market context.

What upcoming events could move AAPL stock?

Upcoming events that could move AAPL include earnings reports, management commentary, estimate changes, major news, and market-wide sector catalysts.

How could AAPL's next earnings report affect the stock?

AAPL's next earnings report could affect the stock by changing revenue expectations, EPS estimates, guidance, analyst ratings, price targets, estimate revisions, and momentum.

What could drive AAPL stock higher?

AAPL could move higher if earnings, guidance, demand trends, analyst expectations, or AIQ momentum improve relative to what the market already expects.

What events could hurt AAPL stock?

AAPL could be hurt by weaker guidance, negative estimate revisions, margin pressure, adverse news, regulatory issues, or a sector-wide risk-off move.

How could new iPhone launches affect AAPL stock?

New iPhone launches can affect AAPL through unit demand, upgrade cycles, services attachment, margins, and guidance. Compare launch news with revenue growth, analyst expectations, and momentum before drawing conclusions.