H-1B Visa Fee Could Cost $100K, Affecting Top Firms like AAPL

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The U.S. White House has proposed a $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applications. Department of Labor data indicates that technology companies like Apple (AAPL), Meta, Google, and Amazon have cut H-1B petitions by nearly 50%. This significant reduction in applications may hinder the U.S. ability to attract skilled foreign talent, which is vital for the tech sector's growth. The changes could impact investor sentiment and future hiring practices in these major companies while raising concerns about their reliance on international talent.