Apple (AAPL) Can Offset China Tariff Impact Through India Production, Says BofA
Apple is expected to withstand the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump's 10% tariff on Chinese imports, as the company has increasingly shifted iPhone component manufacturing to India, according to Bank of America.BofA estimates that 80% of iPhones sold in the U.S. could be sourced outside of China, mitigating tariff-related risks. Apple's Manufacturing Strategy and EPS Impact BofA analysts, led by Wamsi Mohan, noted that Apple could direct its manufacturing partners to ramp up production in India and other countries such as Vietnam and Malaysia to reduce exposure to Chinese tariffs.If Apple maintains current iPhone pricing, BofA projects a negative $0.05 earnings per share impact. However, a 3% price increase in the U.S. could fully offset the tariff's effect. BofA's Outlook on Apple Buy rating reaffirmed Price target: $265 China revenue declines: Apple's Greater China revenue fell 11% year-over-year in fiscal Q1 2025, continuing a downward trend. BofA also noted that Apple secure