Trump's "Reciprocal Tariffs": Why Major AI Stocks Apple, Meta, and Alphabet (Google) Are Feeling the Heat Today
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President Trump announced comprehensive tariffs targeting nearly all nations, with rates starting at 10% and potentially rising significantly. The announcement caused substantial market volatility, with tech giants like Apple, Meta, and Alphabet experiencing significant stock price declines. Analysts predict potential substantial impacts on these companies' profits and manufacturing costs.
April 03, 2025 | 6:45 pm
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Bank of America analyst warns tariffs could reduce Apple's profits by $20 billion, shrink gross margins by 5%, and increase manufacturing costs by 20%.
Tariffs directly impact Apple's global supply chain, potentially increasing manufacturing costs and reducing profitability. The company's heavy reliance on Chinese manufacturing makes it particularly vulnerable.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 95
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Oppenheimer analysts predict 15% of Alphabet's revenue could be impacted by tariffs and resulting economic challenges.
Similar to Meta, Alphabet's digital advertising revenue could be significantly impacted by potential economic slowdown triggered by tariffs.
CONFIDENCE 75
IMPORTANCE 70
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Oppenheimer analysts estimate 16% of Meta's revenue could be impacted by tariffs and resulting economic weakness.
Potential economic slowdown from tariffs could reduce digital advertising spending, directly affecting Meta's primary revenue stream.
CONFIDENCE 75
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 80