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Apple to report Q226 earnings on Thursday, April 30th

Apple will report FY26 Q2 earnings on Thursday, April 30, 2026 after market close, right around 1:30 p.m. PDT / 4:30 p.m. EDT Apple’s conference call to discuss second fiscal quarter results and business updates is scheduled for Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. PDT / 5:00 p.m. EDT. Join Apple here on April 30, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. PDT / 5:00 p.m. EDT to listen to the conference call…

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Apple’s Slim New iPhone and What It Means for Shareholders in 2025

The Calm Before the Launch

Apple’s September event is almost here, and while the rumor mill is buzzing, Wall Street seems… well, calm. Bank of America analysts say investor expectations are “measured” this time around. The star of the show? The iPhone 17 series, including a brand‑new iPhone 17 Air — a super‑slim model at just 5.55 mm thick, replacing the Plus version.

The Air is expected to cost about $100 more than current models, making it Apple’s thinnest (and possibly priciest) iPhone yet. But despite the design shake‑up, analysts aren’t predicting a sales boom. For fiscal 2026, iPhone unit sales are forecast to rise just 1% to 235 million units, in line with broader market expectations.

Apple Dividend Yield: The Numbers Behind the Hype

If you’re here for the Apple dividend yield story, here’s the latest snapshot:

Annual dividend: $1.04 per share

Current yield: ~0.45% based on recent share prices

Payout frequency: Quarterly — most recent payment was $0.26 per share on August 14, 2025

Payout ratio: Around 15–16% of earnings

Track record: 14 consecutive years of dividend payments

In plain English: Apple’s dividend isn’t going to pay your rent, but it’s rock‑solid and backed by one of the largest cash piles in corporate history. The low payout ratio also means there’s plenty of room for increases if management feels generous.

Why the Yield Stays Modest

Growth First, Income Second

Apple’s strategy has always been about reinvesting in growth — from R&D to share buybacks — rather than chasing a high yield. That’s why the Apple dividend yield sits well below the S&P 500 average.

The Buyback Effect

Apple’s aggressive share repurchase program boosts earnings per share and supports the stock price, indirectly rewarding investors even if the cash yield looks small. In fact, Apple’s buyback yield often exceeds its dividend yield.

The iPhone Factor in Shareholder Returns

While the iPhone 17 Air might not trigger a massive sales cycle, it still plays into Apple’s long‑term revenue stability. Incremental upgrades keep the upgrade cycle alive, and higher‑priced models can lift average selling prices — both of which feed into the company’s ability to maintain and grow its dividend.

And let’s be honest — a thinner iPhone might not change your life, but it could change Apple’s margins just enough to keep that quarterly check coming.

Final Thoughts: Playing the Long Game with Apple

If you’re holding Apple purely for income, the yield won’t make you jump out of your chair. But if you’re in it for a mix of steady growth, reliable payouts, and the occasional product surprise (hello, iPhone 17 Air), it’s a compelling package.

Apple’s combination of measured innovation, financial discipline, and shareholder‑friendly policies makes it a classic “sleep well at night” stock. You might not get rich off the dividend alone, but you’ll likely enjoy the ride — and the gadgets — along the way.

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Apple stock to trade ex-dividend on November 8th

Apple on October 31st announced a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share, payable on November 14, 2024, to shareholders of record as of November 11, 2024. Apple’s stock will begin trading ex-dividend on November 8, 2024. This dividend represents an annualized yield of approximately 0.45% based on the current stock price. AAPL investors can expect a slight price decrease of around 0.11% on November…

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Apple likely to raise dividend payouts annually for the foreseeable future

Apple has a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share, which was increased from $0.24 per share earlier this year. This year, Apple has already paid investors $0.74 per share, and based on its history, is likely to pay another $0.25 per share before the end of the year, bringing the total dividend for 2024 to $0.99. Apple has a track record of consistently paying and increasing its dividend for 13…

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Apple poised to throw billions more at investors amid stock slump

Apple stock has been in decline for most of the year, but AAPL investors are likely to get at least one bit of good news when the company reports earnings Thursday afternoon. More cash in form of buybacks, fist and foremost, and a bump in dividends. Emily Bary for MarketWatch: ‎ [Apple] typically makes updates to its capital-return policies when it posts March-quarter results, and that means it…

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Led by Microsoft and Apple, global corporate dividends hit record $1.66 trillion in 2023

Corporate dividends globally hit an all-time high of $1.66 trillion in 2023, with Microsoft and Apple leading the way alongside record payouts by banks which made up half of the growth, a report showed on Wednesday. Lucy Raitano for Reuters: ‎ On a worldwide basis, 86% of listed companies either increased dividends or maintained them, according to the quarterly Janus Henderson Global Dividend…

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Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway's Apple shares to generate $878 million in dividend income in 2024

Warren Buffett at Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting of shareholders on May 8, 2023 Berkshire Hathaway first bought shares of Apple in 2016. After further share purchases and a 378% increase in Apple’s stock price over the last five years, that stake is now worth about $167 billion. It is the largest investment Berkshire Hathaway has ever made in a single stock. The annual dividend payout is…

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Apple's dividend yield is low, but the dividend payment will likely grow over time

2023 marks eleventh consecutive year of Apple increasing its dividend to shareholders. Though AAPL’s dividend yield is low, its dividend payment will likely continue to grow annually for the foreseeable future. Daniel Sparks for The Motley Fool: While Apple’s financial performance for the period was impressive (particularly considering the macroeconomic headwinds the company is facing) there’s…

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