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Apple leadership transition and economic challenges

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Apple is preparing for a major leadership transition as Tim Cook is scheduled to step down as CEO on September 1, 2026. Cook will transition to the role of Executive Chairman of the Board, while John Ternus has been named his successor. Under Cook's 15-year tenure, Apple evolved from a product-focused company into a services and ecosystem powerhouse, diversifying revenue through the App Store, iCloud, and Apple Pay. This growth led to a market capitalization of approximately $4.88 trillion in July 2026. In fiscal year 2025, the company reported $416 billion in revenue. The transition coincides with significant economic headwinds. Cook has described the rise in high-bandwidth memory (HBM) pricing as a "100-year flood," “100-year flood,” noting that these costs may force Apple to increase product prices. To manage these costs, the company has indicated it may explore sourcing DRAM from Chinese suppliers. In an anticipated September launch event, Ternus is expected to make his first appearance as CEO. The event is expected to feature the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, updates to the Apple Watch, Mac, and iPad, and potentially Apple's first foldable iPhone. Higher pricing for New reports suggest the September event could feature up to eight new products, headlined by a first foldable device called the “iPhone Ultra.” The iPhone models 18 Pro and Pro Max may include 2nm A20 Pro chips and variable aperture cameras. The Apple Watch lineup is expected due to expand with the ongoing memory shortage. Series 12 and Ultra 4. Additionally, Apple may make a significant push into the smart home market with a new Apple TV 4K, a second-generation HomePod mini, and a preview of a new smart home hub.

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