Apple reports second quarter results

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Apple reported financial results for its fiscal 2024 second quarter, with revenue of $90.8 billion, down 4% year over year, and earnings per diluted share of $1.53. The company achieved a new all-time record in Services revenue and set a March quarter record in EPS. Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, highlighted the launch of Apple Vision Pro and upcoming product announcements. The CFO, Luca Maestri, emphasized the active installed base of devices reaching an all-time high, driving a new EPS record. The board authorized an additional $110 billion for share repurchases and raised the quarterly dividend by 4%.

Positive

• Apple achieved a new all-time record in Services revenue and set a March quarter record in EPS.

• Active installed base of devices reached an all-time high across all products and geographic segments.

• Board authorized an additional $110 billion for share repurchases, showing confidence in Apple's future.

Negative

• Quarterly revenue of $90.8 billion was down 4% year over year.

• The dividend increase of 4% may not fully offset the revenue decline.

Insights

Financial Analyst

Apple's reported quarterly revenue of $90.8 billion, representing a 4% year-over-year decline, signals a notable slowdown in their growth trajectory. Despite this, they achieved a record in services revenue and a high quarterly earnings per share (EPS) of $1.53. The diversification into services is a key strategic move, as it typically offers higher margins than hardware sales and can provide a more stable revenue stream. The EPS record is indicative of Apple's ability to manage expenses and extract profit even in the face of declining revenue. Moreover, the announced share repurchase program of $110 billion and the dividend increase of 4% demonstrate confidence from the board in the long-term value of the stock and a commitment to returning value to shareholders. Historically, such buyback programs can be accretive to EPS, signalling a potentially bullish outlook for investors. However, it's important to monitor whether this level of repurchase is sustainable without inhibiting future growth investments.

Market Research Analyst

The active installed base reaching a new all-time high across all products and geographic segments is a strong indicator of Apple's deep market penetration and customer loyalty. This is a vital metric as it underlines the potential for future services revenue, which has become increasingly important for Apple's overall revenue mix. The anticipation of new product announcements and the Worldwide Developers Conference could stir investor excitement and consumer interest, potentially leading to increased adoption of Apple products and services. It's important to assess how new launches, like the Apple Vision Pro, align with consumer trends and demands, as these innovations can drive the next growth phase for the company.

Investment Analyst

Apple's decision to raise the quarterly dividend reflects a trend amongst mature technology firms to use dividends as a means to return capital to shareholders, reinforcing the perception of Apple as a reliable investment rather than just a growth play. This twelfth consecutive annual dividend increase is a statement of stability and investor-friendly policies. In addition to dividends, the substantial share repurchase authorization should have a positive impact on shareholder equity, potentially offsetting the effects of the revenue decline. For the retail investor, these aspects may present Apple as an appealing long-term hold, especially in a diversified portfolio focused on a mix of growth and income. However, one must be prudent and consider the broader economic conditions that could affect discretionary spending on technology and subsequently Apple's top-line growth.

Services revenue reaches new all-time record

EPS sets March quarter record

CUPERTINO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Apple® today announced financial results for its fiscal 2024 second quarter ended March 30, 2024. The Company posted quarterly revenue of $90.8 billion, down 4 percent year over year, and quarterly earnings per diluted share of $1.53.

“Today Apple is reporting revenue of $90.8 billion for the March quarter, including an all-time revenue record in Services,” said Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO. “During the quarter, we were thrilled to launch Apple Vision Pro and to show the world the potential that spatial computing unlocks. We’re also looking forward to an exciting product announcement next week and an incredible Worldwide Developers Conference next month. As always, we are focused on providing the very best products and services for our customers, and doing so while living up to the core values that drive us.”

“Thanks to very high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty, our active installed base of devices has reached a new all-time high across all products and all geographic segments, and our business performance drove a new EPS record for the March quarter,” said Luca Maestri, Apple’s CFO. “Given our confidence in Apple’s future and the value we see in our stock, our Board has authorized an additional $110 billion for share repurchases. We are also raising our quarterly dividend for the twelfth year in a row.”

Apple’s board of directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.25 per share of the Company’s common stock, an increase of 4 percent. The dividend is payable on May 16, 2024 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on May 13, 2024. The board of directors has also authorized an additional program to repurchase up to $110 billion of the Company’s common stock.

Apple will provide live streaming of its Q2 2024 financial results conference call beginning at 2:00 p.m. PT on May 2, 2024 at apple.com/investor/earnings-call. The webcast will be available for replay for approximately two weeks thereafter.

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Apple Inc. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (Unaudited) (In millions, except number of shares, which are reflected in thousands, and per-share amounts)
	Three Months Ended						Six Months Ended
	March 30, 2024			April 1, 2023			March 30, 2024			April 1, 2023
Net sales:
Products	$	66,886		$	73,929		$	163,344		$	170,317
Services		23,867			20,907			46,984			41,673
Total net sales (1)		90,753			94,836			210,328			211,990
Cost of sales:
Products		42,424			46,795			100,864			107,560
Services		6,058			6,065			12,338			12,122
Total cost of sales		48,482			52,860			113,202			119,682
Gross margin		42,271			41,976			97,126			92,308
Operating expenses:
Research and development		7,903			7,457			15,599			15,166
Selling, general and administrative		6,468			6,201			13,254			12,808
Total operating expenses		14,371			13,658			28,853			27,974
Operating income		27,900			28,318			68,273			64,334
Other income/(expense), net		158			64			108			(329	)
Income before provision for income taxes		28,058			28,382			68,381			64,005
Provision for income taxes		4,422			4,222			10,829			9,847
Net income	$	23,636		$	24,160		$	57,552		$	54,158
Earnings per share:
Basic	$	1.53		$	1.53		$	3.72		$	3.42
Diluted	$	1.53		$	1.52		$	3.71		$	3.41
Shares used in computing earnings per share:
Basic		15,405,856			15,787,154			15,457,810			15,839,939
Diluted		15,464,709			15,847,050			15,520,675			15,901,384
(1) Net sales by reportable segment:
Americas	$	37,273		$	37,784		$	87,703		$	87,062
Europe		24,123			23,945			54,520			51,626
Greater China		16,372			17,812			37,191			41,717
Japan		6,262			7,176			14,029			13,931
Rest of Asia Pacific		6,723			8,119			16,885			17,654
Total net sales	$	90,753		$	94,836		$	210,328		$	211,990
(1) Net sales by category:
iPhone	$	45,963		$	51,334		$	115,665		$	117,109
Mac		7,451			7,168			15,231			14,903
iPad		5,559			6,670			12,582			16,066
Wearables, Home and Accessories		7,913			8,757			19,866			22,239
Services		23,867			20,907			46,984			41,673
Total net sales	$	90,753		$	94,836		$	210,328		$	211,990

Apple Inc. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Unaudited) (In millions, except number of shares, which are reflected in thousands, and par value)
	March 30, 2024				September 30, 2023
ASSETS:
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	32,695			$	29,965
Marketable securities		34,455				31,590
Accounts receivable, net		21,837				29,508
Vendor non-trade receivables		19,313				31,477
Inventories		6,232				6,331
Other current assets		13,884				14,695
Total current assets		128,416				143,566
Non-current assets:
Marketable securities		95,187				100,544
Property, plant and equipment, net		43,546				43,715
Other non-current assets		70,262				64,758
Total non-current assets		208,995				209,017
Total assets	$	337,411			$	352,583
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY:
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	$	45,753			$	62,611
Other current liabilities		57,298				58,829
Deferred revenue		8,012				8,061
Commercial paper		1,997				5,985
Term debt		10,762				9,822
Total current liabilities		123,822				145,308
Non-current liabilities:
Term debt		91,831				95,281
Other non-current liabilities		47,564				49,848
Total non-current liabilities		139,395				145,129
Total liabilities		263,217				290,437
Commitments and contingencies
Shareholders’ equity:
Common stock and additional paid-in capital, $0.00001 par value: 50,400,000 shares authorized; 15,337,686 and 15,550,061 shares issued and outstanding, respectively		78,815				73,812
Retained earnings/(Accumulated deficit)		4,339				(214	)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss		(8,960	)			(11,452	)
Total shareholders’ equity		74,194				62,146
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity	$	337,411			$	352,583

Apple Inc. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Unaudited) (In millions)
	Six Months Ended
	March 30, 2024				April 1, 2023
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning balances	$	30,737			$	24,977
Operating activities:
Net income		57,552				54,158
Adjustments to reconcile net income to cash generated by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization		5,684				5,814
Share-based compensation expense		5,961				5,591
Other		(1,971	)			(1,732	)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable, net		7,727				9,596
Vendor non-trade receivables		12,164				14,785
Inventories		53				(2,548	)
Other current and non-current assets		(4,438	)			(4,092	)
Accounts payable		(16,710	)			(20,764	)
Other current and non-current liabilities		(3,437	)			1,757
Cash generated by operating activities		62,585				62,565
Investing activities:
Purchases of marketable securities		(25,042	)			(11,197	)
Proceeds from maturities of marketable securities		27,462				17,124
Proceeds from sales of marketable securities		4,314				1,897
Payments for acquisition of property, plant and equipment		(4,388	)			(6,703	)
Other		(729	)			(247	)
Cash generated by investing activities		1,617				874
Financing activities:
Payments for taxes related to net share settlement of equity awards		(2,875	)			(2,734	)
Payments for dividends and dividend equivalents		(7,535	)			(7,418	)
Repurchases of common stock		(43,344	)			(39,069	)
Repayments of term debt		(3,150	)			(3,651	)
Repayments of commercial paper, net		(3,982	)			(7,960	)
Other		(132	)			(455	)
Cash used in financing activities		(61,018	)			(61,287	)
Increase in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash		3,184				2,152
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, ending balances	$	33,921			$	27,129
Supplemental cash flow disclosure:
Cash paid for income taxes, net	$	14,531			$	4,894

 

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FAQ

What was Apple's revenue in the second quarter of fiscal 2024?

Apple reported a revenue of $90.8 billion in the second quarter of fiscal 2024.

What was the earnings per diluted share for Apple in the second quarter of fiscal 2024?

Apple's earnings per diluted share in the second quarter of fiscal 2024 were $1.53.

What is the additional amount authorized by Apple's board for share repurchases?

Apple's board authorized an additional $110 billion for share repurchases.

When will Apple pay its cash dividend for the second quarter of fiscal 2024?

Apple will pay a cash dividend of $0.25 per share on May 16, 2024, to shareholders of record as of May 13, 2024.