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Melissa Relief and a Higher AAPL Target - MOSK: 11.03.2025

Nov 3, 2025
Apple steps up with a donation for Hurricane Melissa relief, showcasing CEO Tim Cook's commitment. Analysts are buzzing as TD Cowen raises the Apple price target to $325, buoyed by impressive iPhone sales. The iPhone 17 line is a hit in China, driving a notable sales surge. Apple has expanded its self-repair program to include new iPhones, and iFixit rates the M5 iPad Pro's reparability at a modest 5/10. Exciting news: digital passports are set to join Apple Wallet, enhancing travel convenience for U.S. citizens.
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ANECDOTE

Apple Steps In After Hurricane Melissa

  • Tim Cook publicly pledged Apple's financial support after Hurricane Melissa struck the Caribbean region.
  • The company did not set up a public donation channel via its services for this emergency.
INSIGHT

Analysts Lift Apple's Price Targets

  • Several analysts raised Apple 12-month price targets after Q4 earnings, reflecting renewed confidence.
  • TD Cowen led the increases, boosting its target sharply to $325 on strong iPhone outlook and AI investment expectations.
INSIGHT

iPhone 17 Fuels China Sales Surge

  • CounterPoint observed China smartphone sales up 11% in the early December-quarter period, driven by the iPhone 17 line.
  • iPhone 17 Pro and strong promotional timing (festivals, 11-11) pushed initial sellouts and boosted momentum.
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