Apple has committed to a massive $100 billion investment to expand its manufacturing operations in the United States, further deepening its relationship with US suppliers.
By Aniket Chakraborty
Aug 7, 2025
TECH
This comes after US President Donald Trump imposed a 25% additional tariff on Indian goods, including those produced by Apple, amidst growing trade tensions.
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The new investment is part of a broader strategy to move more of Apple's supply chain to the US, building components like semiconductors and Face ID modules domestically.
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Apple’s $100 billion initiative is seen as a direct response to Trump’s push for US tech companies to reduce reliance on Asian production, particularly in China and India.
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Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO, emphasized that while iPhones will still be assembled overseas, critical components are shifting to US manufacturing facilities.
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Apple is partnering with suppliers like Corning, Texas Instruments, and Samsung to produce key iPhone components such as glass and chips in the US.
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Trump expressed his support for Apple’s move, praising the company for bringing jobs back to America, while also threatening higher tariffs on foreign-made smartphones.
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Despite challenges, including higher labor costs and logistical hurdles, Cook remains optimistic, positioning Apple’s move as a long-term strategy for US manufacturing growth.
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The investment also includes plans for an American Manufacturing Program to boost domestic semiconductor production, helping to reduce reliance on overseas suppliers.
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As part of its broader US expansion, Apple has also committed to opening a manufacturing academy in Detroit and sourcing rare earths from US suppliers.