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Apple aims to source all US iPhones from India, FT reports
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Apple plans to move the assembly of all iPhones sold in the US to India by next year, according to the Financial Times. This shift is part of Apple's strategy to reduce dependence on China amidst US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs affecting the Chinese economy. Apple has been gradually increasing its manufacturing capacity in India, collaborating with contract manufacturers like Tata Electronics and Foxconn to facilitate this transition.
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Foxconn sends 97% of India iPhone exports to US as Apple tackles Trump's tariffs
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Foxconn, a major Apple supplier, exported nearly all iPhones from India to the US between March and May, a significant increase from the previous average of 50%. This shift is linked to Apple's strategy to bypass high US tariffs on Chinese imports. In March-May, iPhones worth $3.2 billion were exported, primarily to the US. This aligns with Apple’s efforts to increase India-based production, targeting 25-30% of global iPhone shipments by 2025.
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Apple has had few incentives in the past to start making iPhones in US
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President Trump threatened a 25% tariff on iPhones unless Apple moves production to the US, amidst the trade war with China. Apple CEO Tim Cook responded by stating that most US iPhones would be sourced from India, projecting a cost of $900 million due to tariffs. Analysts speculate that moving production to the US could triple iPhone prices, significantly impacting sales. Apple aims to negotiate with Trump, while facing challenges from rising AI technologies and changing market dynamics.
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Apple to source, produce all its mobile phones in India in years to come: Scindia
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2m ago
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Union telecom minister Jyotiraditya Scindia highlighted Apple's strategy to source and produce all its mobile phones in India, driven by economic advantages. Apple plans to supply most iPhones sold in the U.S. from India, while China will cater to other markets. Scindia emphasized the telecom sector's growth due to production-linked incentives, with Rs 4,000 crore investments creating significant exports and jobs. India has transitioned from a mobile phone importer to a key producer and exporter.
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Apple eyes India for iPhone production as China faces 54% tariff: Report
Economic Times
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3m ago
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In response to U.S. tariffs, Apple is considering shifting more iPhone production to India. The Wall Street Journal reports U.S. tariffs on various countries, with India facing a 26% tariff compared to China's 54%. Apple plans to increase exports of iPhones from India to the U.S. to mitigate costs. India aims to become a significant manufacturing hub, aligning with Apple's goal to shift 25% of iPhone production to India by 2025 amidst evolving U.S.-India trade relations.
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Apple exports 97.6% of iPhones to US from India amid tariffs: Report
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2m ago
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Apple increased its iPhone exports from India to the US due to impending tariffs on Chinese imports. In March 2025, 97.6% of iPhones exported to the US were from India, as Apple shifted production from China to India. S&P Global reported a 219% rise in exports, driven by tariff concerns. Despite reliance on Chinese components, Apple plans to centralize US-bound iPhone production in India by 2026, leveraging local incentive schemes and expanding manufacturing facilities.
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Apple partner Hon Hai injects $1.5 billion into India unit
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Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., a key manufacturer for Apple, is investing $1.5 billion in its Indian unit to boost iPhone production as the company shifts operations from China. This strategic move aligns with Apple's plan to import most iPhones sold in the US from India, amid geopolitical and tariff concerns. The majority of India-assembled iPhones come from Hon Hai’s southern India factory, supporting Apple’s increased local production by 60% over the past year.
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Chinese techies return not to impact iPhone 17 production, Apple's ramp-up plan intact: Sources - The Economic Times
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8d ago
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The return of Chinese professionals from Apple's Indian vendor Foxconn is not expected to impact iPhone 17 production, as Apple remains on track to expand production in India. Supported by easing capital goods imports and capacity expansion through Foxconn and Tata, Apple aims to significantly increase iPhone production. Indian-made iPhones now dominate US shipments, with plans to further ramp up production to meet demand. Apple's Indian manufacturing ecosystem is a significant job creator.
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'Negligible impact': Apple analyst Kuo sees no upheaval from Foxconn recalling Chinese staff - The Economic Times
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14d ago
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Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports that Foxconn's recent removal of Chinese employees from its India iPhone plant will have minimal impact. Foxconn is increasing its iPhone production in India, having invested $2.56 billion in the Devanahalli plant, aiming to produce 100,000 iPhones by December. Foxconn is also setting up a new unit in Tamil Nadu for iPhone enclosures. The company's expansion in India continues despite U.S. tariff threats over iPhone production.
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Foxconn pumps $1.48 billion into Tamil Nadu arm amid Apple’s India push
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1m ago
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Foxconn invested $1.48 billion in its Tamil Nadu unit, Yuzhan Technology (India) Private Limited, through its Singapore arm. This substantial investment aligns with Apple's strategy to increase iPhone production in India, as the company plans to source most iPhones sold in the US from India. Foxconn's revenue in India more than doubled to over $20 billion in the financial year 2024-25 due to higher iPhone production, contributing significantly to India's record mobile phone export figures.
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Apple To Start Manufacturing iPhone 16 Pro, Pro Max Models In India This Year
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11m ago
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Apple has announced plans to manufacture the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models in India for the first time. Starting this fiscal year, Foxconn's facility in Tamil Nadu will handle the production, beginning with the "new product introduction" process. This move aligns with Apple's goal of manufacturing 25% of all iPhones in India within the next 3-4 years, up from the current 14%.
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