In brief
In its fiscal fourth‑quarter report, Apple posted revenue of $114.48 bn and net income of $30.71 bn, both rising around 12% from a year earlier. iPhone and Mac sales led the gain, while iPad and wearables revenue fell. Services revenue set a new all‑time record at $31.57 bn.
Apple disclosed that its fiscal fourth‑quarter revenue climbed 11.7 % to $114.48 bn, and net income rose 11.8 % to $30.71 bn, driven by robust sales of iPhones and Mac computers. The company reported its financial results for the quarter ending September 26.
Operating income increased 9.9 % to $35.63 bn, and diluted earnings per share climbed to $2.10 from $1.85. Gross margin held steady at 47.9 %. Apple’s iPhone segment generated $57.58 bn, up 17.5 % year‑on‑year, while Mac revenue jumped 23.7 % to $10.79 bn.
In contrast, revenue from iPads fell 10.4 % to $6.23 bn, and wearables, home, and accessories revenue dropped 7.9 % to $8.3 bn. The Services business posted $31.57 bn, up 9.8 % and setting a new all‑time high.
Regional performance was strong: revenue in Greater China rose 21.0 % to $17.54 bn; the Americas generated $48.68 bn; and Europe accounted for $32.01 bn.
Apple CEO John Ternus noted that the company achieved September‑quarter records for total revenue and iPhone sales.
For the full fiscal year 2026, Apple reported record revenue of $478.83 bn, up 15.1 % year‑on‑year, and net income of $132.18 bn, a rise of 18 %.
Apple’s quarterly announcement reflects a pattern of steady growth, yet the company signals ongoing challenges in certain product lines. iPad and wearables revenue declines remain a concern, as does the need to sustain momentum in competitive markets. These factors represent the unresolved questions that the company will need to address in future reporting.”}
