Apple’s new CEO will inherit strong sales and even greater … – CNN

May 1, 2026

Apple CEO Tim Cook is used to being asked about the company’s product strategy, tariffs and AI. But on Thursday’s earnings call, one analyst wanted to know: What advice would he give to his …

https://www.cnn.com/2026/04/30/tech/apple-earnings-john-ternus-new-ceo

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