Jefferies downgraded Apple stock from Buy to Hold, citing inflated expectations for AI-enabled iPhones. Analyst Edison Lee expressed that current smartphone hardware is not advanced enough to support the high-tech AI features anticipated by consumers. He believes that serious AI capabilities in smartphones are still two to three years away.
Despite Apple's recent unveiling of its AI tools, called Apple Intelligence, the initial demand for the iPhone 16 has disappointed analysts. Many consumers are more interested in connectivity improvements rather than AI features, indicating a potential gap in market expectations. However, Lee maintains that Apple is well-positioned to lead the AI smartphone market in the future.
• Jefferies downgrades Apple stock due to AI smartphone expectations.
• Apple's iPhone 16 demand is weaker than previous launches.
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