Katarzyna Petru
Apple started the fiscal year 2026 with a very strong quarter. The company ended the period with revenues of $143.8 billion, which represents a 16 percent year-over-year increase. The diluted earnings per share were $2.84, growing by 19 percent. The company emphasizes that this was one of the best quarters in its history. Sales of the iPhone and the services segment performed particularly well, once again setting a record. Data shows that Apple maintains high momentum despite a challenging market.
Financial Results Details
The quarter ended on December 27, 2025. Tim Cook reported a historically high demand for the iPhone and a 19% increase in service revenue. The active device base exceeded 2.5 billion. CFO Kevan Parekh pointed to nearly 54 billion dollars in operating cash flow and about 32 billion dollars returned to shareholders. The board approved a dividend of 0.26 dollars per share, payable on February 12, 2026.
Results show that Apple maintains a strong growth rate and effectively utilizes its ecosystem of devices and services. The double-digit dynamics of revenue and profits confirm the company's stable position despite a challenging market environment. If the trend continues, the coming quarters could equally support the company's financial results.
source: apple.com
