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BofA Maintains Buy on Apple; iPhone Duo Delays Highlight Long-Term AI Upside

Oct 26, 2026, 5:31 PM EDT4 sourcesAI-analyzed
Why it may matterVerify against the original reporting

Despite a near-term pullback from delivery-news, the analyst upgrade-cycle and AI upside underpin longer-term value; history shows Apple often re-rates higher when AI opportunities and services growth are highlighted by reputable firms.

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Bank of America reiterates a Buy stance on Apple with a $370 target, weighing iPhone Duo delays against improving Pro-model supply and AI-driven upgrade potential. Near-term catalysts include persistent Duo constraints; longer-term upside stems from AI applications, services growth, and continued capital returns. The stock may remain volatile until Duo supply constraints ease.

  • BofA maintains Buy on Apple with a $370 target.
  • iPhone Duo lead time 79 days; shipments pushed to Jan 2027.
  • iPhone 18 Pro supply improves; Pro Max remains constrained.
  • U.S. carrier times up, Apple site much longer, showing inventory shifts.
  • AAPL trades near 52-week high after drop; monitor supply data for guidance.

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