Apple is trading 3.02% up at $324.85 after positive investor response to product announcements and the launch of AppleCare One Family, a $49.99 monthly plan covering household Apple devices.
- Technology stocks and major indexes are lower amid inflation and oil-price concerns; relative strength suggests Apple optimism outweighs broader pressure, with constructive product-launch coverage.
- Active buying during the open market session lifted the stock from the September 9 close of $315.34.
- Inflation data and the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy meeting remain potential macro headwinds.