News Summary

Apple is preparing to shift the assembly of every iPhone sold in the U.S. to India starting next year, marking a significant move away from its current manufacturing base in China. This strategic shift is in response to U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports, which have impacted Apple’s market value. The company aims to produce over 60 million iPhones annually in India by the end of 2026, which will require doubling its current output in the country. While the final assembly is being relocated to India, Apple will continue to rely on Chinese suppliers for many components. The transition includes Indian partners like Tata Electronics, who have started importing pre-assembled parts from China to facilitate production.