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Apple Set for Q3 Earnings Preview: Pricing Power and Services Under Focus

Jul 24, 2026, 8:13 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Stock already in an uptrend, with sentiment supported by analyst upgrades (MS, HSBC) and a history of EPS surprises. A strong Q3 print or credible foldable/price-mix signals could push the stock toward recent highs, while miss risks a swift pullback toward key supports near $287.50. Historically, Apple has beaten EPS in eight straight quarters, suggesting upside bias into results if guidance holds.

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Apple is due to report third-quarter earnings on July 30 with consensus EPS of $1.89 and revenue of $108.86 billion. Investors will focus on iPhone pricing power, potential foldable momentum, and Services margin to cushion hardware volatility. The stock sits near highs with an uptrend and key support around $287.50, suggesting limited downside unless results disappoint.

  • Apple Q3 earnings preview: EPS $1.89, revenue $108.86B.
  • Prior quarter: EPS $2.01, revenue $111.18B, beat estimates.
  • Watch iPhone pricing mix, potential foldable launch, and Services margin.
  • Stock trades 3.6% above 20-day; 17.1% above 200-day SMA.
  • Analysts: MS/HSBC raise targets; KeyBanc downgrades.

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