From Yahoo Finance: 2025-05-10 11:01:00

In a recent article, we highlighted the 10 worst blue chip stocks to buy, including Apple Inc. (AAPL). Despite the effect of tariffs and increased volatility, BlackRock reported that international equities outperformed US equities in 2025. The narrowing earnings gap and industry characteristics are fueling this performance. BlackRock believes US large-cap value equities are the only major US index with positive YTD returns. Fiduciary Trust advises making portfolio changes based on tariff discussions and predicts strong AI capex spending. Analysts from Bank of America Securities and Citi maintain “Buy” ratings on AAPL due to factors like stable cash flows and AI advancements.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments’ Q4 2024 letter mentioned AAPL’s release of iPhone 16 with enhanced AI capabilities and a partnership with OpenAI for ChatGPT integration. Despite AAPL ranking as the worst blue chip stock to buy, there is potential in deeply undervalued AI stocks for higher returns. An AI stock report offers insight into promising options.



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