Apple intends to spend $500 billion in the US over the course of the following four years, with a special focus on research, manufacturing, and artificial intelligence (AI). The business revealed that a sizable amount of this investment will go toward a new advanced manufacturing facility in Texas.
Apple’s Huston factory, which will span 250,000 square feet, will produce servers previously manufactured overseas to support its growing Apple Intelligence AI system. The facility will open in 2026, creating thousands of new jobs in the region.
CEO Tim Cook emphasized that this marks Apple’s largest-ever financial commitment to US innovation and production. Beyond Texas, Apple will expand data center operations in North Carolina, Arizona, Iowa, Oregon, and Nevada.
The company also plans to double its US manufacturing fund from $5 billion to $10 billion. This fund, launched initially during President Donald Trump’s first term, aims to boost American manufacturing capabilities.
This new wave of investment follows a recent meeting between Apple CEO Tim Cook and former President Donald Trump. The focus of their discussions centered on increasing corporate investment within the U.S. Trump has made it clear that his trade policies, particularly tariffs on Chinese goods, have had a significant impact on Apple’s decision-making process.
He argued that his trade policies, including new tariffs, influenced the company’s decision. Trump’s 10% tariffs on Chinese imports, which took effect last month, directly impact Apple, which relies heavily on China for manufacturing.
Financial analysts believe Apple’s move strategically aligns with Trump’s push for increased US corporate investment. Dan Ives from Wedbush Securities noted that Cook’s leadership balances corporate priorities with political realities. However, he suggested that Apple’s announcement did not significantly shift its reliance on China for core manufacturing.
Apple pledged $430 billion in US investment in 2021, aiming to create 20,000 new jobs within five years. With Apple’s US investment, the company reinforces its commitment to strengthening American innovation and technology.
