Motley Fool Money Apple Watch’s Clock is Ticking
Dec 20, 2023
Tim Beyers, a Motley Fool analyst, discusses the halt in sales for Apple Watch due to a patent dispute, emphasizing the urgency for buyers ahead of the holidays. He also touches on Comcast's data breach affecting millions and FedEx's mixed earnings report amid market challenges. Kristy Akullian from BlackRock shares insights about investment strategies for 2024, stressing the importance of long-term planning and cautions against holding too much cash in uncertain times. Exciting insights on consumer confidence and potential global opportunities are explored!
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Apple Watch Sales Halt
- Buy an Apple Watch Series 9 or Ultra 2 soon if you're in the U.S.
- Sales are halting due to a patent dispute with Masimo.
Apple's Health Focus
- Apple's health-related innovations, like the blood oxygen sensor, are key to its ecosystem.
- This patent dispute is a setback for Apple's push into the health-conscious market.
Impact of Ruling
- The International Trade Commission's ruling against Apple may not significantly impact sales.
- The halt is timed generously, allowing most holiday shoppers to purchase before the deadline.