Wall Street’s confidence in Apple reaches a five-year low as faith diminishes.
The tech giant Apple is currently facing challenges in the market, with analyst support on Wall Street dropping to its lowest point in five years. While Apple is the third most valuable company in the world, only 55% of analysts recommend buying the company’s stock, a stark contrast to the high ratings received by competitors like Nvidia, Microsoft, and Amazon.
Two new downgrades have raised alarms for Apple. DA Davidson downgraded its rating from “buy” to “neutral” citing concerns that advancements in the artificial intelligence ecosystem may not materialize in the short term. Phillip Securities also lowered its recommendation to “neutral,” pointing out that the recent 30% rally in share prices justifies a more cautious outlook.
Analysts have identified several weaknesses weighing on Apple, including the lack of visible advances in artificial intelligence, the challenges in the Chinese market, and stagnation in sales of key products like the iPhone and iPad. The stock market reflects these doubts, with Apple’s shares falling by 9% in 2025 while the Nasdaq 100 technology index has risen by 14%.
The contrast with competitors like Nvidia and Microsoft, who are seen as expanding in the field of artificial intelligence, is becoming increasingly evident. Apple’s strategy of high-end hardware and services may no longer be enough to convince the market, leading to pressure for the company to reinvent itself and make a statement in the AI field.
The ability of Apple to innovate and stay relevant in the rapidly changing technology landscape will be crucial for its future success and maintaining its position as one of the most influential brands in the world.
