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Apple Inc. Stock 12‑Month Price Target Cut to $335.75, Implies 2% Upside

Apple Inc.'s average stock price target was reduced from $337.54 to $335.75 by 35 analysts, with a range of $245 to $405. This implies a 2% upside from the Oct. 1 closing price. The consensus rating remains 'Buy' among 45 analysts, with 27 Buys, 13 Holds, and 5 Sells, according to FactSet.

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Published Oct 2, 2026, 7:20 AM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$AAPLNeutralMed
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Why it matters

The modest target reduction may temper short‑term bullish sentiment.

02

Market read

A small but notable data point for traders tracking Apple’s valuation.

03

What to watch

Potential upside from upcoming product launches not reflected in the target.

Relevance 7/10Novelty 6/10Timing: pre‑market today

Background

Apple’s price target adjustment follows a consensus analyst poll.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

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Context

Analysts lowered Apple’s average price target to $335.75, implying ~2% upside.

Expected impact

likely modest pressure as the market prices in the lower target.

Evidence & confidence

A lower consensus target reduces bullish expectations; the 2% upside is small for a large‑cap.

Market effects

Minor impact on technology sector as Apple’s target shift is modest.

US market focus; little effect on other regions.

Limited global relevance beyond Apple‑related investors.

Counterpoint

The target cut may be overblown; Apple’s fundamentals remain strong.

Key entities

  • Apple Inc.

    US‑listed technology giant.

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