01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed November 2, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Apple Inc. has filed its Form 8-K for the fourth fiscal quarter ended September 26, 2026, announcing record-breaking results.
The company achieved total quarterly revenue of $114.5 billiona, a 12% increase year-over-year, driven by strong performance in iPhone and Services. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) rose to $2.10, a 14% year-over-year increase, bolstered by a favorable impact from tariff refunds. For the full fiscal year 2026, Apple reported all-time record revenue of $479 billion and double-digit EPS growth.
The company highlighted strong customer satisfaction and loyalty, leading to an all-time high for its installed base of active devices across all major product categories and geographic segments. A cash dividend of $0.27b per share was declared, payable on November 16, 2026.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Q4 FY2026 total revenue reached a record $114.5 billion, up 12% year-over-year.
- Q4 FY2026 diluted EPS was $2.10, an increase of 14% year-over-year.
- Services revenue achieved a new all-time high in the September quarter.
- iPhone revenue set a new record for the September quarter.
- Full fiscal year 2026 revenue reached an all-time record of $479 billion.
- The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.27 per share.
- Apple's installed base of active devices reached an all-time high.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Apple's key financial results for the fourth fiscal quarter of 2026?
Apple reported record quarterly revenue of $114.5 billion, a 12% increase year-over-year. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) was $2.10, up 14% year-over-year. Both iPhone revenue and Services revenue set new quarterly records.
How did Apple perform for the full fiscal year 2026?
For the full fiscal year 2026, Apple achieved an all-time record revenue of $479 billion and experienced double-digit EPS growth. The company noted this capped off a strong fiscal year.
What is the outlook for Apple's shareholder returns?
Apple's board of directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.27 per share, payable on November 16, 2026. The company also generated $28 billion in operating cash flow during the quarter and returned $28 billion to shareholders.
What are the key drivers behind Apple's strong performance?
The company cited strong performance across its product and service categories, including record iPhone and Services revenue for the quarter. Additionally, Apple highlighted its very high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty, which have contributed to an all-time high installed base of active devices.
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