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Report: Apple gains ground on rivals, but iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo face challenges

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Briefings

Apple is projected to be the sole major smartphone manufacturer to grow shipments in 2026, despite a global market contraction exceeding 14%. This finding comes from a new investor note by GF Securities, highlighting a potential turnaround in a declining market.

Key points

• Apple is projected to be the only major smartphone manufacturer to grow shipments in 2026.
• The global smartphone market is expected to shrink by more than 14% in 2026.

Context

This analysis comes from a new investor note by GF Securities, suggesting Apple's growth strategy may succeed in a shrinking global market.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single investor note from GF Securities dated 2026-10-16. The report does not provide specific shipment volumes, revenue figures, or detailed market breakdowns. It also lacks data on competitors' performance or specific reasons for Apple's growth.

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