"And while one analyst downgrade does not necessarily mean a wave will follow as trading volumes pick up now that traders are back from their holiday break, I do think that investors may wish to get ready for increased turbulence as we enter a period of seasonal sluggishness. In many ways, the current climate feels eerily similar to that one Apple navigated at this time last year."
"Undoubtedly, it's all too easy to be negative on Apple in January, given we're quite a long way from the next iPhone keynote and there are timelier Magnificent Seven stocks to pursue as we head into the chilliest part of winter. With no Santa Claus rally this year and a bit of sell-side negativity regarding Apple to ring in the new year,"
Analyst downgrades pushed Apple shares into a trough in the first half of last year and similar downgrades at the start of 2026 risk renewed volatility. Seasonal sluggishness and the post-holiday trading ramp could amplify turbulence if downgrades continue. Near-term positives include strong iPhone 17 sales to end 2025 and an upcoming Gemini-fuelled Siri overhaul in spring that could provide upside. Key headwinds include a high trailing P/E of 35.9, a production cut for Apple Vision Pro, upper-management churn, and uncertainty around CEO Tim Cook's possible retirement, making new investments feel uneasy.
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