Apple or America? The iPhone Maker Now Has a Better Bond Rating Than the U.S. - Barron's
1. Apple holds a top Aaa credit rating despite U.S. downgrade. 2. Apple's strong balance sheet shows $132.9 billion in cash. 3. Apple bonds yield 4.94%, higher than 10-Year Treasuries. 4. Corporate bonds outperform Treasuries amid economic concerns. 5. Investors view Apple bonds as a safe income option.