Apple Adjusts Production and Pricing Amid Trump Tariffs

April 10, 2025, 7:20 am

Analysts report that Apple is reacting strategically to a series of U.S. tariff measures affecting its manufacturing and supply chain. The coverage details concerns over potential price doublings for iPhones, moves such as airlifting large shipments from India to bypass tariffs, and comments by President Trump regarding the unsustainability of China‐based production. Additional analysis forecasts steep cost increases for US-made devices, highlighting the broader pressures on Apple as it reconsiders its production footprint amid escalating international trade tensions.


cnet.com / Could iPhones Really Cost $3,500 With Trump's Tariffs? We Do the Math

Trump blinked on 'reciprocal tariffs,' but prices will still rise. Experts advise against panic-buying if it puts you in debt.

androidheadlines.com / Trump's 'instincts' could exempt Apple & others from tariffs

The post Trump's 'instincts' could exempt Apple & others from tariffs appeared first on Android Headlines.

appleinsider.com / AAPL crumble: stock hit again, as White House clarifies 145% China tariff rate

Apple's stock resumed its downward slide after a brief rally triggered by Trump's tariff pause amid the China trade war, with shares falling by day's end despite an early surge.

theverge.com / Apple quickly shipped 600 tons of iPhones to ‘beat’ the new tariffs

Apple shipped 600 tons of iPhones from India to the US ahead of new tariffs, Reuters and The Times of India report. Meanwhile, Nikkei Asia states Apple, Dell, Microsoft, and Lenovo accelerated shipments of premium devices, including high-priced computers.

cnet.com / Could iPhones Really Cost $3,500 With Trump's Tariffs? We Do the Math

Trump blinked on 'reciprocal tariffs,' but prices will still rise. Experts advise against panic-buying if it puts you in debt.

appleinsider.com / Apple's high storage prices may be key to mitigating iPhone 17 Pro price rises

Morgan Stanley suggests Apple could offset tariff hikes on the iPhone 17 Pro by promoting higher-margin, larger storage options. Even with potential tariff pauses or exemptions under Trump, Apple plans a long-term strategy to maintain stable prices.

androidheadlines.com / Reason for supersized iPhone 17 Pro camera bar uncovered

The post Reason for supersized iPhone 17 Pro camera bar uncovered appeared first on Android Headlines.

zerohedge.com / Six Jumbo Jets Of iPhones From India Part Of Apple's Scramble To Beat Tariff Blitz 

Apple chartered six jumbo jets to airlift 600 tons (about 1.5M units) of iPhones from India to the US, sidestepping tariffs that might have pushed prices above $2,300. Indian production surged, with extended shifts to meet the urgent demand.

androidheadlines.com / Trump says Apple making iPhones in China is 'unsustainable'

The post Trump says Apple making iPhones in China is 'unsustainable' appeared first on Android Headlines.

bgr.com / Apple’s foldable iPhone might not launch as soon as people are saying

Amid Trump’s tariffmageddon, there might be some good news regarding Apple’s upcoming new devices. According to a Jeff Pu note seen by BGR, the foldable … The post Apple’s foldable iPhone might not launch as soon as people are saying appeared first on BGR.

macrumors.com / Bank of America: US-Made iPhones Would Face 90% Cost Surge

Bank of America analysts warn that moving iPhone production to the U.S. could boost costs by up to 90% due to higher labor, tariffs, and logistical issues, especially as many components would still need to come from China amid ongoing trade tensions.


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