Apple Analysts Unmoved By Antitrust Lawsuit: 'Unmatched Brand Strength'


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Major Wall Street investment banks such as Goldman Sachs and Bank of America reiterated optimistic views on Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) despite the legal headwinds stemming from the recent Department of Justice (DoJ) lawsuit.

The DoJ argues that Apple is monopolistic in the smartphone market.

The Cupertino, California-based iPhone maker is accused of stifling innovation that could threaten its dominance in the space.

“Customers often choose Apple products — despite several alternatives existing — because of the perceived quality of the products and experience rather than a lack of choice of alternative products,” Bank of America analyst Wamsi Mohan wrote in a note.

According to Bank of America, gauging the revenue and earnings implications for Apple is challenging.

Yet, Apple has affirmed its intention to counter the claims and Mohan reiterates a ‘Buy’ recommendation, driven by a multi-year phone upgrade cycle propelled by Generation AI and sustained momentum from the shift towards services.

The investment bank keeps a 12-month $225 per share price target for Apple, implying a 33% surge from current levels.

Bank of America supported Apple’s right to limit access to rival apps that could jeopardize its competitive edge, imposing a fee on developers for platform use, and giving preference to its own products.

Despite the legal challenges, Goldman Sachs maintains a ‘Strong Buy’ rating on Apple Inc. with a 12-month target price of $232, translating to a potential 35% upside from current levels.

Goldman Sachs analyst Michael Ng, CFA, underscored Apple’s continued delivery of premium services and experiences, contributing to an “unmatched brand strength and loyalty.”

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27% profits every 20 days?

This is what Nic Chahine averages with his options buys. Not selling covered calls or spreads... BUYING options. Most traders don't even have a winning percentage of 27% buying options. He has an 83% win rate. Here's how he does it.


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