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Apple Raises U.S. Investment to $600 Billion as Trump Imposes 100% Tariffs on Imported Chips

Apple’s pledge under the American Manufacturing Program secures tariff exemptions, driving its shares higher

Overview

  • Apple announced an additional $100 billion commitment for U.S. manufacturing, taking its four-year investment total to $600 billion
  • President Trump unveiled a 100% tariff on imported chips and semiconductors, exempting companies that build production facilities in the U.S.
  • The announcements came at a White House event with President Trump and CEO Tim Cook to highlight the administration’s America First trade strategy
  • Apple’s expanded domestic production push aims to shield flagship products like the iPhone from punitive duties
  • Following the joint investment and tariff measures, Apple’s stock rallied by as much as 6% on market optimism