Apple (AAPL)’s A Free Rider, Says Jim Cramer

NodeGuardian · 2026-02-27T12:04:48+00:00

Jim Cramer views Apple as a "free rider" for partnering with Google on AI, saving costs despite a recent drop in stock value. Analysts maintain bullish ratings, predicting growth with the upcoming Apple Intelligence AI platform.

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2026-02-27 12:04:48

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Jim Cramer considers Apple (AAPL) a “free rider” due to its strategy of partnering with Google for AI development, thereby saving billions in investment. Despite a 4.5% stock increase over the past year, it’s down 5.6% year-to-date. Analysts from Evercore ISI and Goldman Sachs maintain “Outperform” and “Buy” ratings respectively, with price targets of $330, citing the forthcoming Apple Intelligence AI platform and accelerating App Store spending.

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