Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock Price Snapshot

Current price and trading context

The NASDAQ quote for Apple shows a close of $344.63 with a daily change of −$4.28 (−1.23%). This data is delayed by 20 minutes and sourced from Yahoo Finance via Tickertech’s feed. The after-hours quote is $344.66, up +0.03 (+0.01%), recorded after regular trading hours.

For context, Apple has a 52-week range of $243.42 to $351.73. The day’s open was $346.68, and the session’s intraday range extended from $342.35 to $349.19. Intraday volume reached 67.4 million shares.

Open and intraday data are useful for judging intraday momentum and volatility, but investors should treat them as snapshots rather than real-time quotes. A practical takeaway is that the stock remains near the upper end of its year-long range, reflecting persistent investor demand and premium valuation.

Key metrics at a glance

As of 10/29/2026 valuation measures (Yahoo Finance)

Further detail shows profitability, assets, and cash flow: Profit Margin 27.62%, Return on Assets 27.08%, Return on Equity 148.75%, Revenue 466.82B, Net Income 128.93B, and Diluted EPS 8.72. Total Cash (mrq) is 62.4B, Debt/Equity 78.44%, and Levered Free Cash Flow 107.72B. The value story reflects a premium multiple alongside robust profitability and generous buyback activity.

Performance versus the market

Trailing total returns for Apple show strong momentum relative to the broad market. As of 10/30/2026, Apple delivered YTD returns of 27.11% versus the S&P 500’s 10.73%. Over the last year, Apple returned 27.45% compared with 11.11% for the S&P 500. Looking longer, 3-year returns stood at 105.12% for Apple versus 81.91% for the S&P 500, and 5-year returns were 135.87% against 64.59%. These figures illustrate how Apple has largely outperformed the market on multi-year horizons, while maintaining a premium valuation that reflects its growth trajectory and cash-generation strength.

Interpreting these numbers helps readers gauge whether Apple’s premium pricing is justified by growth and profitability. In other words, higher valuation multiples may be warranted when growth and returns exceed market expectations, but they require consistent execution and clear visibility into drivers like Services growth, product mix, and buyback pace.

Upcoming earnings and what to watch

Apple has an earnings date scheduled for Nov 2, 2026. The current snapshot notes qualitative items that investors typically monitor in the run-up to earnings, but it does not provide a stated consensus EPS or revenue estimate, prior-quarter actuals, or historical market reactions. If verified data become available, a concise “What the Street expects” block should be added, including consensus EPS and revenue estimates, last quarter’s actuals, and the stock’s reaction to results.

Dividends and shareholder returns

The snapshot shows Forward Dividend & Yield of 1.08 (0.31%). This figure is typically annualized in financial quotes, but the article does not specify payment frequency, ex-dividend timing, or the payout ratio. Readers relying on income should confirm the payment schedule and payout policy from a verified source before making decisions based on cash flow expectations.

Trading context: after-hours and turnover

The close price and after-hours movement imply continued interest in Apple stock after the regular session. The intraday range, current price near the upper end of its 52-week range, and the substantial daily volume (67.4 million shares) relative to the five-year average activity level are all signals to monitor for prudent risk sizing. Beta near 1.07 reinforces a market-like sensitivity, which matters when positioning size and considering drawdown risk in a broader portfolio context.

Data sources and timing note

Price and performance data are drawn from Yahoo Finance and Apple Investor Relations data. The metrics reflect the snapshot as of 10/30/2026, with pricing delayed by 20 minutes. Third-party quotes may be delayed as well, so readers should verify timing prior to making trading decisions. The primary source for the metrics table is Yahoo Finance as of 10/29/2026, while the day’s price is shown from the current quote page.

Historical price data (brief excerpt)

To avoid overwhelming the reader with an extensive daily table, this article provides a concise, representative view supplemented by access to full historical data on the source pages. A small excerpt below shows recent closing values and dates for quick reference:

For readers needing the full daily history, refer to the quote pages linked in this snapshot.