Apple Makes $100 Billion in a Single Quarter Sales for every Apple product increased by double-digit percentage points.

By Entrepreneur Staff • Jan 28, 2021

Apple reported a record-breaking $111.4 billion in revenue in its first-quarter earnings report. It's the first time Apple earned more than $100 billion mark in a single quarter, with sales up 21% year over year, according to CNBC.

Apple CEO Tim Cook said told CNBC that revenue would have been bigger had the pandemic not closed some Apple stores.

Cook cited iPhone 12 models and the need for Macs and iPads for remote work and school as major drivers of the company's historic gains.

Entrepreneur Staff

Editor

Editor's Pick

After Her Brother's Death in Iraq Became News, a PR Strategist Learned Firsthand Why the Way We Tell Stories Matters — and It Changed Her Career

A Leader's Most Powerful Tool Is Executive Capital. Here's What It Is — and How to Earn It.

One Man's Casual Side Hustle Became an International Phenomenon — And It's on Track to See $15 Million in Revenue This Year

3 Reasons to Keep Posting on LinkedIn, Even If Nobody Is Engaging With You

6 Time-Saving Tips to Know Before Starting a Side Hustle This Summer

Why a Strong Chief Financial Officer Is Crucial for Your Franchise — and What to Look for When Hiring One

Most Popular

See all

Starting a Business

5 Tips For Launching a Business While Keeping Your Day Job

Launching a business while holding down a 9-to-5 is no small feat. It's a common path for aspiring entrepreneurs, but it's not without its challenges.

By Nikita Fedorov