苹果要成为世界首家营业额突破万亿的公司?
Apple revealed its profits have jumped more than 30 percent to $11.5 billion in the recently ended quarter, beating market expectations. The news boosted shares in the tech giant in after-hours trading, putting it ever closer to a history-making, trillion-dollar market value. The tech giant beat sales estimates in part by selling fewer but pricier iPhones than analysts expected. The company reported revenue of 53.3 billion dollars (£40.6bn), up 17 percent from the same period last year and above analyst expectations of 52.4 billion (£39.9bn). It also reported net income of 11.5 billion (£8.76bn). During a call with investors Tuesday evening, Cook said the iPhone X was the most popular iPhone in the quarter 'once again.' Apple also beat expectations in its Services business, which includes the App Store, Apple Pay and Apple Music, posting $9.5 billion in sales during the quarter. Money made from services is seen as an important element of diversification away from having to rely heavily on selling iPhones. Cook said Apple is on target to reach its goal of doubling its Services revenue by 2020. Apple is expected to unveil new iPhone models in the fall, sticking with its practice of releasing upgraded models annually ahead of the year-end holiday shopping season. However, analysts continue to keep an eye on Apple's other businesses, as many believe the firm needs other growth engines beyond the iPhone. Its 'Other Products' unit, which includes the Apple Watch, AirPods and the HomePod, is also being closely watched for growth. |