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Apple's fiscal Q3 2026 results exceeded expectations, with earnings per share of $2.02 surpassing the $1.89 consensus estimate. Revenue reached $109.4 billion, up 16% year-over-year, driven by a 22% increase in iPhone sales and a 29% rise in Mac revenue. This marked Apple's strongest June quarter to date. However, App Store revenue fell 0.6% year-over-year, the first decline in four years. Following the report, Apple stock dropped 1.75%, closing between $311.30 and $315.35, as analysts questioned whether its valuation, 9.7% to 11.1% above intrinsic value, adequately accounts for potential risks in Services growth.
The App Store's decline challenges its reputation as a consistent growth driver within Apple's high-margin Services segment, which has been central to its valuation premium. Investors are now weighing whether strong hardware performance can offset potential long-term softness in Services.
Investment implication: The App Store's decline raises questions about the resilience of Apple's Services segment, which underpins its valuation. For you, this highlights the importance of tracking Apple's ability to stabilize Services growth as part of its broader financial strategy.