Apple Q2 earnings preview: Analysts forecast robust growth with iPhone and Greater China leading the charge

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Apple is set to report its fiscal second-quarter financial results after market close today, and Wall Street analysts are projecting another solid performance for company.

According to consensus estimates tracked by FactSet, Apple is expected to post adjusted earnings per share of $1.95, marking an 18% increase from $1.65 in the year-ago quarter. Total revenue is projected to reach $109.5 billion, up approximately 15% from $95.4 billion last year.

The iPhone remains the standout performer, with analysts forecasting iPhone revenue of $56.5 billion — a strong 21% jump year-over-year. This suggests continued momentum in Apple’s flagship product line amid a recovering smartphone market.

Mac sales are expected to come in at $8.12 billion, representing a modest 2% increase from the prior year. Meanwhile, Greater China continues its rebound, with projected sales of $19 billion, up a healthy 19% compared to last year.

These figures point to broad-based growth across Apple’s hardware business, particularly in its largest product category and key geographic region. Investors will be watching not only the headline numbers but also any forward guidance and commentary on AI initiatives, services traction, and the overall health of consumer demand.

MacDailyNews Note: As usual, we’ll bring you Apple’s results as soon as they are released, right around 1:30 p.m. PDT / 4:30 p.m. EDT on Thursday, April 30, 2026 and then follow with live notes from Apple’s conference call at 2:00 p.m. PDT / 5:00 p.m. EDT.



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