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Nike (NKE) Reports $10.97B Revenue Despite 12% Sales Drop in China
Nike (NKE) reported fiscal fourth quarter earnings of 20 cents per share, surpassing analyst expectations of 13 cents, and revenue of $10.97 billion compared to $10.86 billion expected. Gross margins increased by 8.9%, partly due to an anticipated $986 million tariff refund. Despite a 12% drop in sales in the Greater China market, which generated $1.30 billion, the company outperformed expectations of $1.24 billion in revenue. For the fiscal year, net income totaled $3.11 billion, or $2.10 per share, down from $3.22 billion a year prior, with guidance for the first half of fiscal 2027 indicating flat earnings.
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Apple (AAPL) Q2 Earnings Exceed Estimates with Strong Sales
Apple (AAPL) reported its second-quarter earnings, surpassing analyst estimates thanks to strong iPhone sales and robust performance in China. The quarterly earnings per share were reported at $1.26, exceeding the expected $1.20. The company's revenue grew by 8% year-over-year, driven by a 15% increase in iPhone sales. This performance indicates Apple's resilience amid ongoing supply chain challenges and positions the company favorably for future market trends.
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Apple (AAPL) Sales Growth Surges 17% to $111bn in Q1 Results
Apple (AAPL) reported a 17% increase in overall sales, reaching $111 billion in its latest financial results for Q1. Notably, sales in China were up 28% year-over-year, showing stronger demand than any other region. Tim Cook highlighted that the iPhone 17 had the most successful launch in Apple's history. Additionally, the new Macbook Neo is driving record demand for new Mac buyers, contributing to the company's performance despite flat sales in other products.
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