A slowing global economy has hammered Samsung’s operating profit, but Apple once again beat expectations as it generated $94.8 billion for its Q2 2023 earnings, beating analysts’ expectations of $92.96 billion thanks to increased iPhone sales. Unfortunately, the technology giant’s Mac and iPad sales could have been better, according to the latest figures, so let us check them out in thorough detail.

Apple made a profit of $24.1 billion from its $94.8 billion revenue; other segments, such as Services, also saw immense growth for the quarter

The $94.8 billion in revenue was slightly lower than the $97.3 billion the company generated during the same quarter a year ago, with profit during that time being $25 billion, as opposed to $24.1 billion for Q2 2023. However, despite inflation having rocked the finances of millions and putting a dent in their purchasing power, Apple managed to stave off the storm thanks to improved iPhone sales and Services setting a new all-time record.

Apple CEO Tim Cook was pleased with the company’s financial performance, despite the macroeconomic challenges that have painted a gloomy outlook. The Chief Executive also reiterated the company’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2023.

“We are pleased to report an all-time record in Services and a March quarter record for iPhone despite the challenging macroeconomic environment, and to have our installed base of active devices reach an all-time high. We continue to invest for the long term and lead with our values, including making major progress toward building carbon neutral products and supply chains by 2030.”

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As always, the iPhone’s $51.3 billion revenue brought in the lion’s share of Apple’s $94.8 billion earnings, up from $50.6 billion in Q2 2022, but a surprising entrant here was Services, bringing in an impressive $20.9 billion revenue for the March quarter. In fact, Services made more money for Apple than its Mac business, which only brought in $7.2 billion for the three-month period, witnessing a decline from $10.4 billion.

The iPad arm did not see much success either, dropping from $7.6 billion to $6.7 billion in revenue. A reduction from the two segments could be one reason why Apple’s M3 SoC is rumored to be delayed until next year, as the company may prioritize TSMC to mass produce the A17 Bionic because it anticipates higher iPhone demand in the fourth quarter of 2023.

Apple has declined to provide detailed guidance on its future quarterly earnings, but you can check out the company’s entire earnings call through the company’s official press release, and we will provide more updates regarding Tim Cook’s future decisions.