💥 Apple Breaks Another Record! Strong iPhone 17 demand sends Apple soaring past $4 Trillion market cap, silencing AI critics 📊

Cupertino, California – October 29, 2025:
Apple Inc. has once again made history by crossing the $4 trillion market capitalization mark, becoming the third global tech giant to achieve this extraordinary milestone. The surge comes on the back of record-breaking demand for the new iPhone 17 lineup and the ultra-slim iPhone Air, which have reignited investor confidence in the company’s long-term growth.

iPhone 17 Sales Drive Record Market Value

According to a report by Reuters, Apple’s stock value has climbed nearly 13% since the launch of its new iPhone models on September 9, marking the company’s strongest upward trend of the year. The robust sales performance has dispelled investor concerns that Apple was lagging behind competitors in the artificial intelligence (AI) arena.

Chris Zaccarelli, Chief Investment Officer at Northlight Asset Management, noted that the iPhone remains at the heart of Apple’s success.

“The iPhone contributes over half of Apple’s profits and revenue. The more iPhones circulate globally, the stronger the company’s entire ecosystem becomes,” he said.

Overcoming Market Challenges

Earlier this year, Apple faced turbulence due to stiff competition in China and uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade tariffs. Many investors worried about the potential impact of high import taxes on Apple’s production facilities in China and India. Despite these pressures, the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air have attracted enthusiastic buyers from Beijing to Moscow, allowing Apple to absorb additional costs without losing market share.

Industry experts say the iPhone Air’s sleek, lightweight design poses a serious challenge to competitors like Samsung, setting new benchmarks in the premium smartphone segment. According to Counterpoint Research, initial iPhone 17 sales outperformed the previous generation by 14% in both the U.S. and China.

Analysts Predict Strong Financial Outlook

Brokerage firm Evercore ISI forecasts that Apple’s strong iPhone demand will exceed market expectations for the September quarter, while its outlook for the upcoming December quarter remains “optimistic.”

With this achievement, Apple joins Microsoft and Nvidia in the exclusive $4 trillion market-cap club. Nvidia currently leads the pack with an estimated $4.5 trillion valuation.

AI Strategy Under Spotlight

While Apple’s cautious approach to AI continues to draw scrutiny, the company is reportedly exploring collaborations with major players including Google’s Gemini AI, Anthropic, and OpenAI. Insiders reveal that Apple has postponed the rollout of its Apple Intelligence Suite and ChatGPT integration, while Siri’s advanced AI upgrade is now expected to launch next year.

Recent reports also indicate that several of Apple’s senior AI engineers have moved to Meta, adding to investor uncertainty.

“Apple’s slow AI integration is putting short-term pressure on its stock,” Zaccarelli added. “But once the company introduces a consumer-focused AI experience that excites users, it could transform Apple’s growth trajectory entirely.”

Financial Performance and Future Outlook

Apple reported double-digit growth across all key segments during the April–June quarter and is set to announce its fourth-quarter results on October 30.

According to LSEG data, Apple shares are currently trading at 33.2 times projected earnings for the next 12 months, compared with 27.42 for the Nasdaq 100 index. So far this year, Apple’s stock has gained 7%, while the Nasdaq has risen nearly 22%.