Apple To Gain Market Share With AI Smartphone, Says Bullish Analyst: 'Skate To Where The AI Puck Is Going'
Portfolio Pulse from Chris Katje
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) has been upgraded by Rosenblatt analyst Barton Crockett from Neutral to Buy, with a price target increase from $196 to $260. The upgrade follows Apple's AI initiatives showcased at the Worldwide Developers Conference, focusing on privacy, which could boost market share. The analyst believes Apple's focus on privacy and specialized technology will help it stand out from competitors like Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG, NASDAQ:GOOGL).

June 26, 2024 | 2:12 pm
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Apple's focus on privacy in its AI initiatives is seen as a competitive advantage over Alphabet's Android. This could potentially impact Alphabet's market share in the AI smartphone segment.
Apple's strong focus on privacy in its AI initiatives is highlighted as a competitive advantage over Alphabet's Android. This could lead to a potential loss in market share for Alphabet in the AI smartphone segment.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 50
NEGATIVE IMPACT
Apple's focus on privacy in its AI initiatives is seen as a competitive advantage over Alphabet's Android. This could potentially impact Alphabet's market share in the AI smartphone segment.
Apple's strong focus on privacy in its AI initiatives is highlighted as a competitive advantage over Alphabet's Android. This could lead to a potential loss in market share for Alphabet in the AI smartphone segment.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 50
POSITIVE IMPACT
Rosenblatt analyst Barton Crockett upgraded Apple from Neutral to Buy, raising the price target from $196 to $260. The upgrade is driven by Apple's AI initiatives and strong focus on privacy, which could boost market share.
The analyst upgrade and increased price target are based on Apple's AI initiatives and strong focus on privacy, which are expected to boost market share. This positive outlook is likely to drive short-term stock price appreciation.
CONFIDENCE 95
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 100