Apple - Investment Thesis
Why Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway invested in Apple.
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Apple - Investment Thesis
1. Ecosystem Lock-In
iPhone users are trapped:
- Photos, apps, iMessage, Apple Watch all work together
- Switching to Android means abandoning years of data and purchases
- This is pure switching cost moat
2. Brand Power
Apple commands premium pricing — iPhones cost 2-3x more than competitors, yet consumers choose Apple.
3. Services Revenue
The services business (App Store, Apple TV+, iCloud) has 90%+ margins and recurring revenue.
4. Capital Light
Unlike car companies or manu
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