Apple (AAPL) Stock: iPhone 17 Crushes Records With 247 Million Shipments Coming in 2025
Apple is poised for a historic year, with projections indicating a shipment of 247.4 million iPhones in 2025. This marks a 6% year-over-year increase, surpassing the previous record of 236 million units set in 2021. The surge is driven by robust demand for the iPhone 17 series, with notable gains in China, where Apple captured over 20% market share in October and November.
China's turnaround is particularly striking. Initial forecasts predicted a 1% decline in shipments, but revised estimates now suggest a 3% growth for the full year, with a 17% spike anticipated in Q4. This resurgence underscores Apple's resilience in a competitive market.
Revenue for 2025 is expected to exceed $261 billion, reflecting a 7.2% year-over-year increase. However, IDC cautions that iPhone shipments may dip by 4.2% in 2026 due to Apple's strategic decision to delay the base iPhone 18 model until spring 2027.
