what to watch ahead of AAPL earnings
New York, Jan 18, 2026, 09:32 EST — Market closed.
- Apple shares slipped roughly 1% on Friday, capping a volatile week for U.S. stocks.
- With January options expiration behind them and a holiday-shortened week ahead, traders are bracing for bigger swings.
- Apple will report earnings on Jan. 29, providing a key near-term catalyst for its stock.
Apple Inc (AAPL) shares ended Friday at $255.53, slipping $2.68 or 1.04%. After-hours trading saw the stock dip slightly further, last quoted at $255.25. (StockAnalysis)
The shift unfolded as U.S. stocks finished almost unchanged in a tense session ahead of the long weekend. Investors stayed cautious with Monday’s market holiday and quarterly earnings kickoff looming….
