Apple stock (AAPL) is leading the Dow today, up 4.3% to $263.18, following positive sales of the iPhone 17 in the US.
Evercore added Apple to its "tactical outperform" list, stating the company is "well positioned to report upside." Loop Capital also upgraded Apple to "buy" from "hold."
Apple is "well positioned to report upside."
AAPL has consistently appeared on the list of equities with the highest options volume over the past six months.
Author's summary: Apple stock rises after strong iPhone sales.