Apple Inc (AAPL) Upgraded to Hold by Jefferies

2 min readBy Investing Point

Jefferies has upgraded Apple Inc (AAPL) to Hold from Underperform, reflecting a more optimistic outlook on the company's prospects. This change in rating may suggest improved fundamentals or greater confidence in Apple's strategic direction.

As of October 30, 2025, Apple shares are priced at $275.24, with a market capitalisation of $3,968.4 billion. The company's price-to-earnings ratio stands at 35.43, with an earnings per share of 7.46 and a dividend yield of 38.6%.

Apple Inc, headquartered in Cupertino, California, is a leading technology company renowned for its consumer electronics, software, and online services. Its product portfolio includes the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, alongside software platforms such as iOS and macOS. The company is also known for its services, including the iTunes Store and Apple Music.

Upcoming earnings reports are scheduled for July 28, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $1.72 and revenue of $98.9 billion, and for April 28, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $1.88 and revenue of $106.7 billion.

Analyst consensus as of November 1, 2025, shows 15 Strong Buy, 23 Buy, 17 Hold, 2 Sell, and no Strong Sell ratings among 57 total ratings, with a general consensus leaning towards a Buy.

Analyst ratings can change as new information becomes available, and investors are encouraged to consider a range of factors, including company fundamentals and market conditions, when making investment decisions.

This brief was generated from structured financial data and reviewed by the Investing Point editorial team. It is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Market data provided by Finnhub.

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