Apple Defies Market Downturn with iPhone Sales Surge in China
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Updated · Yahoo Finance · Apr 17
Apple Defies Market Downturn with iPhone Sales Surge in China
22 articles · Updated · Yahoo Finance · Apr 17
Apple's iPhone shipments in China surged 20% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, defying a shrinking smartphone market.
While overall smartphone shipments in China fell 4% due to supply chain issues and rising memory chip costs, Apple outperformed all major rivals.
Analysts attribute Apple's resilience to strong brand value and effective adaptation, as competitors like Xiaomi saw steep declines amid cost pressures.
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