Fiscal Q1 2012: Apple's biggest earnings blowout in history

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  • Reply 81 of 89
    jeffdmjeffdm Posts: 12,951member
    Quote:
    Originally Posted by daylove22 View Post


    Microsoft always deliver blowout numbers but their stock has been stuck in the 23-26 range for over 5 years...stop pumping Apple stock is not going anywhere anytime soon..



    http://techcrunch.com/2011/07/21/app...llion-company/



    "If Microsoft’s Yearly Revenue Is “Wow!”, Apple’s Is “Holy Sh*t!”"



    Microsoft has stabilized though, their stock has plateaued (even declining) because of long term outlook and an inability to capitalize on the mobile market. They used to have a foothold in the mobile market, at least a better one than they have now, and that's where growth the technology market is going, because desktops and laptops are a mature market whose major growth days are in the past.



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    Originally Posted by SwissMac2 View Post


    A blowout is a disaster, right? You know, when you go on a date and your date blows you out as in blows you out of the water as in explodes and sinks? That has been how the term blowout has been used in English since ships shot cannon at each other and used explosive shells that sometimes hit the gunpowder store and literally blew the boat out of the water.



    Please remember not many other countries talk like you.



    Please keep in mind that AI doesn't try to cater to the entire world such that every locale is considered. Also, meanings of words do gradually shift over the decades and centuries.
  • Reply 82 of 89
    kibitzerkibitzer Posts: 1,114member
    Quote:
    Originally Posted by SwissMac2 View Post


    A blowout is a disaster, right? You know, when you go on a date and your date blows you out as in blows you out of the water as in explodes and sinks? That has been how the term blowout has been used in English since ships shot cannon at each other and used explosive shells that sometimes hit the gunpowder store and literally blew the boat out of the water.



    Please remember not many other countries talk like you.



    "A blowout is a disaster" - sometimes but not always. Some American dictionaries offer four or even more distinct definitions for the word. All are valid in various contexts. One definition is "a lopsided victory or thorough defeat," and the term commonly appears in Wall Street vernacular to describe a result that's far outside of the bounds of what was generally expected. That's the basis for Andy employing the word.



    A hallmark of American English is that it continuously evolves, and rapidly at that. In this country there is no "national authority" for language definitions, as the Académie française has wielded historically over French.



    Some have argued that the comparative rigidity of other languages has resulted in English becoming the most international of tongues. English seems more receptive to new concepts expressed in new words and figures of speech, as well as new meanings for words that already exist. As much as some purists in other countries may bemoan the "corruption" of their native language by English words and phrases, the fact is that these languages do not speedily develop equivalent words that so effectively and efficiently communicate concepts and understanding.



    American English is not insular, either. Otherwise we would not be using words of foreign origin like pizza, detente or t'ai chi. As a Swiss, you'll appreciate that I'm extremely fond of Röschti and would not call you to task for spelling it that way, although the Germans outnumber you and spell it Rösti! Best wishes.
  • Reply 83 of 89
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    Originally Posted by jd_in_sb View Post


    Oil companies have had larger earnings so the "history of the world" suggestion is incorrect. But I do appreciate your enthusiasm!



    But they're expected to make tons of money.
  • Reply 84 of 89
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    Originally Posted by wizard69 View Post


    My response directly below touches upon this but a truly huge Apple might as well change its logo from a apple to a bullseye. In any event some points below.
    1. Large companies are targets for lawyers. This drains money from a company like Apple. More importantly they will eventually loose a lawsuit that will cost them money.

    2. There seems to be a rather vocal crowd right now that sees success as some how evil. Apple doubling in size so that it is clearly the largest company in the world just gives these idiots something to focus on.

    3. In a very similar manner some in the political world see big companies as a "thing" to exercise their political power against. You will see people in politics attacking Apple simple because it is a big successful company. This is no different than what has happened to Exxon, IBM, Microsoft, AT&T and other companies over the years.

    4. Sheer size brings with it difficulties with respect to growth. Some of the factories in China employ more people than entire states have population wise in the USA. Doubling production is a huge capital investment and requires finding skilled workers. Yes Apple has lots of cash but they are not magicians and can not wave a wand to get instantly functional production facilities.

    5. As alluded to above the political climate against success is a problem. Apple could very well end up paying far more in taxes. This could be a huge issue if excessively sever.

    6. Apple has way to much invested in production in China which leaves them exposed in several ways. For one there is a backlash in the US against Chinese products. More significantly though is that China is becoming very aggressive militarily which could lead to war or tight sanctions against China. It is the old story about having all of your eggs in one basket.

    7. Apple is product thin in its two biggest growth areas. This being iPhone and iPad. Though I believe they will address this with more products soon, relying on a one size fits all strategy is a mistake when you are talking about billions of customers. Ultimately this means leaving an opening for competition that they should close themselves. Studies have shown that to much choice chases away customers but I suspect that the converse also happens, that is to little choice drives customers away. Apple hasn't demonstrated the aggressive product development needed to drive sales further.

    These are just a few issues but if Apple wants to double sales they need to obviously increase production. In some cases they are already fully employing all of a contractors facilities so doubling production might mean investing in another processor factory with Samsung for example. They have the billions to do so but it isn't a shake and bake dinner. It is interesting that Apple has been rumored to be looking at production at TSMC with people taking this as a freeze in relations with Samsung. I rather see it as a prudent measure because they had a real possibility of outstripping Samsungs production capacity.



    This is just one example of Apple having struggles that are a result of their sheer size. A small company that wants to double production often just buys a new machine and sticks it in a corner. To double A6 production they may have to build an entire factory. Which brings up another question, I wonder how much ownership Apple has in Samsungs new factory in Austin. I know a few years ago Samsung was looking for partners, it makes me wonder how much Apple owns of the operation.



    Point by point response:



    1. What exactly do you mean by this statement? And even if Apple loses a lawsuit, the damages amount to chump change for Apple.



    2. Lucky for Apple, it's up to a court of law to decide if Apple is guilty of wrongdoing. And from the looks of it, the "idiots" have yet to find proof.



    3. Refer to number 2.



    4. This is a problem but Apple didn't get to where they are without learning a thing or two about ramping up production.



    5. Are you trying to say that somehow, there's a "tax" on success and that somehow, Apple will be singled out for paying high taxes?



    6. A backlash in China against US products? Do you think Android devices are made in the USA? Think again. At least Apple products are designed in the USA and believe it or not, Apple contributes quite a bit job-wise to the US economy. Android itself is designed by Google but with the exception of Motorola, the leading Android devices are designed by foreign companies. And if what the reports say is true about Android outselling the iPhone in the US, I doubt there's a backlash against Chinese-made products.



    7. Apple can't be everything to everyone. What do you expect Apple to do? Make 50 different modes of products or something?



    Apple will face issues being a large company, but if you and I have thought of these issues, it's reasonable to expect that Apple executives have probably thought of them. After all, they're paid millions of dollars to think of these issues.
  • Reply 85 of 89
    Maybe Apple should lower margins (and thus prices) to keep more pressure on the competition. That would bring EPS back to a more reasonable number...
  • Reply 86 of 89
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    Originally Posted by gctwnl View Post


    Maybe Apple should lower margins (and thus prices) to keep more pressure on the competition. That would bring EPS back to a more reasonable number...



    Or in other words, Apple should try to cut the price and make it up on volume. Great strategy there...NOT!!!!
  • Reply 87 of 89
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    Originally Posted by vvswarup View Post


    Or in other words, Apple should try to cut the price and make it up on volume. Great strategy there...NOT!!!!



    And the tale of the tape ... even the most Bullish forecasts were easily beaten ... now for the stock market to not respond in according fashion as usual (really ? Only 7% higher in the After Market after these astonishing results - and on the back of a decline of almost 1.7% in the share price during the day - Is that all the love you've got Mr Market ??)
  • Reply 88 of 89
    droodroo Posts: 27member
    Quote:
    Originally Posted by gctwnl View Post


    Maybe Apple should lower margins (and thus prices) to keep more pressure on the competition. That would bring EPS back to a more reasonable number...



    I think Apple would do this a bit, if it could increase production faster. But the production pedal is already on the floor. There is no reason to drop prices when it can't meet demand at current prices.
  • Reply 89 of 89
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    Originally Posted by DamenS View Post


    And the tale of the tape ... even the most Bullish forecasts were easily beaten ... now for the stock market to not respond in according fashion as usual (really ? Only 7% higher in the After Market after these astonishing results - and on the back of a decline of almost 1.7% in the share price during the day - Is that all the love you've got Mr Market ??)



    Seriously. 7% is child's play for these ASTONISHING numbers. I'd think AAPL should have opened (or open) tomorrow at $500.



    Blame the Traders! I don't know who in their right mind would sell APPL Stock for anywhere in the $4's. It's a $500 Stock as a bare minimum as far as I'm concerned. That's the lowest I'd personally even consider selling my Shares for.
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