Apple Faces Challenges Ahead of Fiscal 2025 First-Quarter Earnings Report

Apple’s (AAPL) first-quarter fiscal 2025 results, set to be announced on January 30, will likely show tough competition for iPhone sales in China. Will the continuing robust growth in its Services segment mitigate these challenges?

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iPhone sales are expected to decline due to fierce competition in China from local brands like Huawei and Xiaomi. Additionally, concerns have arisen from the delay in launching Apple Intelligence, which affects a significant portion of its customer base, particularly in Mainland China.

Despite the primary focus on the iPhone, Apple’s Services segment has grown substantially and is now a vital revenue source. For this upcoming quarter, Apple anticipates a double-digit growth in Services, similar to what was seen in fiscal 2024.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for fiscal first-quarter iPhone net sales stands at $