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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
5-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 34 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+3.48% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$343.83
10/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AAPL

10/28/2026: AAPL (5-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 34 days. Simulated Profits (3.48%). Updated daily EoD!

Apple Inc. is a leading consumer electronics and software company known for its integrated ecosystem of devices and high-margin services. The company's primary strength lies in its strong brand and the loyalty of its vast user base, which supports consistent cash flow generation. Its growth strategy is centered on expanding its services ecosystem and integrating advanced features like generative AI into its hardware portfolio. However, the company faces risks from regulatory scrutiny, potential supply chain volatility, and a competitive technology landscape. For investors, Apple represents a stable, high-quality opportunity that may be particularly well-suited for long-term investors seeking consistent capital returns.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitApple's consistent revenue growth and ecosystem expansion appeal to growth-oriented strategies.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock often exhibits strong price trends tied to product cycles and earnings beats.
Value investorMixed fitApple often trades at a premium valuation, which may not always align with deep-value criteria.
Dividend investorStrong fitApple offers a reliable dividend and a strong commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
Low-risk investorStrong fitApple is widely considered a high-quality, stable blue-chip investment with significant cash reserves.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumWhile generally stable, the stock can experience volatility during product transition periods.
Valuation riskMedium / highExtended periods of high P/E multiples can make the stock sensitive to earnings disappointments.
Competition risk (AI competition)MediumTechnological shifts in AI may require significant investment to maintain parity with competitors.
Business qualityStrongApple possesses a high-quality franchise with significant pricing power and loyal customers.
Dividend incomeLowWhile consistent, the dividend yield is relatively low compared to high-yield income stocks.
Execution riskMediumThe complexity of global supply chains and hardware development carries inherent operational risks.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 39.24%
Avg. Invested days 53
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AAPL receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AAPL has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+19.5%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 23.7%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+6.4%), modest insider ownership of 1.65%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AAPL's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $98.8B (23.7% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is AAPL's strongest growth driver at +19.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while free-cash-flow growth (-9.2%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 66.4% and approximately 99.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.65% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 7.97%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.57%
State Street Corp 4.21%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 2.54%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 2.29%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AAPL generates approximately $469 of gross profit, $320 of operating income, and $237 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 15.61%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AAPL has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while soft valuation.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 5.07T USD
Price to earnings Ratio 39.8
1Y Target Price 330.02
Price to earnings Ratio 39.8
1Y Target Price 330.02
Volume (30-day avg) 39.1M shares
Beta 1.07
52 Weeks Range 242.76 - 351.73
Updated Date 10/28/2026
52 Weeks Range 242.76 - 351.73
Updated Date 10/28/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.31%
Basic EPS (TTM) 8.72

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
iPhoneSale of iPhone devices globally.The primary revenue driver that creates the base for the Apple ecosystem.
ServicesApp Store, iCloud, Apple Music, Apple TV+, etc.High-margin, recurring revenue that grows as more people use Apple devices.
Wearables, Home and AccessoriesApple Watch, AirPods, HomePod, accessories.Secondary products that strengthen customer attachment to the Apple ecosystem.
Mac and iPadComputers and tablets.Hardware segments providing steady contributions to revenue.
Geography (Americas, Europe, Greater China, Japan, Rest of Asia Pacific)Regional sales distribution.Diversified global revenue streams with significant exposure to major economies.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-02
When After Market
Estimate 1.98
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 27.62%
Operating Margin (TTM) 32.62%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 27.08%
Return on Equity (TTM) 148.75%

Valuation

Trailing PE 39.8
Forward PE 35.84
Enterprise Value 5.09T
Price to Sales(TTM) 10.8
Enterprise Value 5.09T
Price to Sales(TTM) 10.8
Enterprise Value to Revenue 10.8
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 30.01
Shares Outstanding 14.59B
Shares Floating 14.57B
Shares Outstanding 14.59B
Shares Floating 14.57B
Percent Insiders 1.65
Percent Institutions 66.35

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.

Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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