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Font: Financial Modeling Prep  • Apr 06, 2026

Tim Cook Sells $16.5 Million in Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) Stock Following Record-Breaking Quarter

• Record Quarterly Revenue: Apple reported revenue of $143.76 billion (on January 29, 2026), up significantly year-over-year and surpassing analyst expectations.
• iPhone Sales Surge: iPhone revenue reached $85.27 billion, a 23.3% increase year-over-year.
• Services Milestone: Apple's services sector achieved an all-time high revenue of $30.01 billion, up 14% year-over-year.

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) is a leading technology company renowned for its innovative products such as the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Under the leadership of CEO Timothy D. Cook, Apple continues to dominate the tech industry.

On April 2, 2026, CEO Timothy D. Cook sold shares worth approximately $16.5 million under a pre-established Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. The transaction involved 64,949 shares at prices ranging from roughly $251 to $256, leaving Cook with about 3.28 million shares.

Apple reported its fiscal first quarter 2026 results on January 29, 2026, posting record-breaking revenue of $143.76 billion, which surpassed expectations of $138.52 billion. This strong performance was largely driven by robust iPhone sales, which generated $85.27 billion, representing a 23.3% increase from the previous year.

The services sector also contributed significantly, achieving an all-time high revenue of $30.01 billion, up 14% year over year. This highlights Apple's ability to diversify its income streams beyond hardware sales.

In contrast, Tesla faced a challenging period with a 3.14% decline in revenue to $24.9 billion. Its GAAP net income dropped by 63.7% to $840 million, and vehicle deliveries decreased by 16%. This underscores the differing fortunes of these tech giants.

Apple’s financial health is further reflected in its debt-to-equity ratio of approximately 1.03, indicating a balanced use of debt and equity. The current ratio of about 0.97 suggests that Apple can cover its short-term liabilities with its short-term assets, showcasing its strong financial position.