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<ul><li>Apple will host a “It’s Glowtime” event on 9 Sep (10 Sep BJ Time), and it is widely expected to introduce four new iPhone 16 models (16/16 Plus, 16 Pro/Pro Max), new Apple Watches (10/Ultra 3), and 4th-gen AirPods.</li><li>We believe the event will focus on the integration of Apple Intelligence with the new devices, which we expect to accelerate replacement cycle, despite part of iOS 18 AI features coming on a later date.</li><li>Potential upside surprises include iPhone price increase, earlier and new AI features, and better carrier promotions/trade-in. </li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Apple will host a “It’s Glowtime” event on 9 Sep (10 Sep BJ Time), and it is widely expected to introduce four new iPhone 16 models (16/16 Plus, 16 Pro/Pro Max), new Apple Watches (10/Ultra 3), and 4th-gen AirPods.We believe the event will focus on the integration of Apple Intelligence with the new devices, which we expect to accelerate replacement cycle, despite part of iOS 18 AI features coming on a later date.Potential upside surprises include iPhone price increase, earlier and new AI features, and better carrier promotions/trade-in. Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Technology - Apple Sep event preview: All eyes on AI integration with new iPhone 16/Watch/AirPods

<ul><li>Apple reported 3QFY24 (2QCY24) revenue of US$85.78bn (+5% YoY) and EPS of US$1.40 (+11% YoY), which are 2% and 3% above Bloomberg consensus, thanks to strong iPad sales (+24%), record services revenue (+14%), and record sales in Americas, Europe, and the rest of APAC offsetting China weakness.</li><li>For 4QFY24E, mgmt. expected revenue to grow at a similar pace (+5% YoY) as fiscal 3Q, and service revenue to grow double digits at a similar rate (+10-14%) as the previous three quarters.</li><li>With the upcoming launch of Apple Intelligence/iOS18 in fall, we expect AI features and product upgrades to boost replacement cycle of iPhone 16 in 2H24E. </li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Apple reported 3QFY24 (2QCY24) revenue of US$85.78bn (+5% YoY) and EPS of US$1.40 (+11% YoY), which are 2% and 3% above Bloomberg consensus, thanks to strong iPad sales (+24%), record services revenue (+14%), and record sales in Americas, Europe, and the rest of APAC offsetting China weakness.For 4QFY24E, mgmt. expected revenue to grow at a similar pace (+5% YoY) as fiscal 3Q, and service revenue to grow double digits at a similar rate (+10-14%) as the previous three quarters.With the upcoming launch of Apple Intelligence/iOS18 in fall, we expect AI features and product upgrades to boost replacement cycle of iPhone 16 in 2H24E. Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Technology - Apple 3QFY24 Beat on Strong IPad and Services

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<li>Apple announced significant updates on iOS 18 and showcased its new personal intelligence system “Apple Intelligence” across iPhone, iPad and Mac.</li>
<li>The long-awaited updates focused on enhancing user experience, privacy and ecosystem integration, leveraging generative models for personalised interactions and integrating ChatGPT in Siri for content generation.</li>
<li>In addition, Apple released VisionOS 2 and announced international launch schedules (28 June for China/Japan/Singapore, 12 July for Australia/Canada/France/ Germany/UK).</li>
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Apple announced significant updates on iOS 18 and showcased its new personal intelligence system “Apple Intelligence” across iPhone, iPad and Mac.
The long-awaited updates focused on enhancing user experience, privacy and ecosystem integration, leveraging generative models for personalised interactions and integrating ChatGPT in Siri for content generation.
In addition, Apple released VisionOS 2 and announced international launch schedules (28 June for China/Japan/Singapore, 12 July for Australia/Canada/France/ Germany/UK).

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Technology - Apple WWDC 2024: Apple Intelligence, iOS 18, Siri with ChatGPT and more

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<li>Apple reported FY1Q24 (CY4Q23) revenue of US$119.6bn (+2% YoY) and EPS of US$2.18 (+16% YoY), which are in line and 4% above consensus, mainly due to a favourable product mix and better leverage, despite weak China sales (- 12.9% YoY) and one less week of sales compared with last year.</li>
<li>For FY2Q24E, mgmt. expected overall revenue and iPhone sales to be both US$5bn less YoY due to a high base in CY1Q23 caused by iPhone supply constraints, while the service segment revenue should increase YoY at a similar double-digit growth rate compared with the Dec quarter.</li>
<li>Given Huawei’s comeback in China and a lack of foldable phones in 2024, we believe iPhone shipments will face challenges in the near term, and Apple may focus on improving its shipment mix towards higherend Pro models. </li>
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Apple reported FY1Q24 (CY4Q23) revenue of US$119.6bn (+2% YoY) and EPS of US$2.18 (+16% YoY), which are in line and 4% above consensus, mainly due to a favourable product mix and better leverage, despite weak China sales (- 12.9% YoY) and one less week of sales compared with last year.
For FY2Q24E, mgmt. expected overall revenue and iPhone sales to be both US$5bn less YoY due to a high base in CY1Q23 caused by iPhone supply constraints, while the service segment revenue should increase YoY at a similar double-digit growth rate compared with the Dec quarter.
Given Huawei’s comeback in China and a lack of foldable phones in 2024, we believe iPhone shipments will face challenges in the near term, and Apple may focus on improving its shipment mix towards higherend Pro models. 

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Technology - Apple FY1Q24 Beat on Better Margins and Resilient Service Revenue

<ul><li>Both SMIC and Hua Hong Semi posted in-line 3Q23 results but GPM pressure continued on lower UTR and ASP.</li><li>Looking ahead, both companies expected stabilizing demand on smartphone/CE recovery, and highlighted concerns on high inventory in automotive market.</li><li>On mature nodes, both expected stable demand into 2024 but lack growth momentum, and SMIC guided 8-inch UTR to remain at 50-70% in 2024. </li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Both SMIC and Hua Hong Semi posted in-line 3Q23 results but GPM pressure continued on lower UTR and ASP.Looking ahead, both companies expected stabilizing demand on smartphone/CE recovery, and highlighted concerns on high inventory in automotive market.On mature nodes, both expected stable demand into 2024 but lack growth momentum, and SMIC guided 8-inch UTR to remain at 50-70% in 2024. Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

China Technology – SMIC/Hua Hong Semi 3Q23: in-line revenue; ASP/GPM pressure to persist into 4Q23E

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Technology - Apple Sep event preview: All eyes on AI integration with new iPhone 16/Watch/AirPods

Apple will host a “It’s Glowtime” event on 9 Sep (10 Sep BJ Time), and it is widely expected to introduce four new iPhone 16 models (16/16 Plus, 16...

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Technology - Apple 3QFY24 Beat on Strong IPad and Services

Apple reported 3QFY24 (2QCY24) revenue of US$85.78bn (+5% YoY) and EPS of US$1.40 (+11% YoY), which are 2% and 3% above Bloomberg consensus

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Technology - Apple WWDC 2024: Apple Intelligence, iOS 18, Siri with ChatGPT and more

Apple announced significant updates on iOS 18 and showcased its new personal intelligence system “Apple Intelligence” across iPhone, iPad and Mac.

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Technology - Apple FY1Q24 Beat on Better Margins and Resilient Service Revenue

Apple reported FY1Q24 (CY4Q23) revenue of US$119.6bn (+2% YoY) and EPS of US$2.18 (+16% YoY), which are in line and 4% above consensus

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China Technology – SMIC/Hua Hong Semi 3Q23: in-line revenue; ASP/GPM pressure to persist into 4Q23E

On mature nodes, both expected stable demand into 2024 but lack growth momentum, and SMIC guided 8-inch UTR to remain at 50-70% in 2024.

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