New Delhi, Oct 31 (NationPress) During a recent earnings call, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced that the tech giant has achieved a record revenue for the September quarter in emerging markets, with India leading the charge due to strong iPhone sales. Cook stated, "As we approach our busiest season, we’re excited about our best-ever product lineup. Recently, we have launched new stores in emerging markets like India and the UAE, along with new locations in the US and China."

The global revenue from iPhone sales reached $49 billion, marking a 6% increase year-over-year, primarily driven by the new iPhone 16 series.

Kevan Parekh, Apple's CFO, added, "We witnessed growth in nearly all markets we monitor, achieving September quarter records in numerous emerging economies, including Latin America, the Middle East, and South Asia, along with an all-time high in India."

In addition, the installed base of active iPhone devices has reached a record, and the September quarter saw a significant rise in upgraders.

Cook highlighted that there were September quarter revenue records in multiple markets, including the US, Canada, Latin America, and various regions in Asia.

For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025, which ended on September 27, Apple reported quarterly revenue of $102.5 billion, reflecting an 8% year-over-year increase.

The diluted earnings per share were $1.85, marking a 13% rise on an adjusted basis.

"We are proud to announce a September quarter revenue record of $102.5 billion, which includes record earnings from iPhone and an all-time high for Services," Cook stated.

In September, Apple launched its most advanced iPhone lineup, featuring the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, Pro Max, and iPhone Air. The company also revealed the exciting AirPods Pro 3 and the new Apple Watch range, complemented by the powerful MacBook Pro and iPad Pro featuring the M5 chip, as they gear up for the holiday season.

These September quarter results mark the completion of a record fiscal year for Apple, with total revenue hitting $416 billion and double-digit growth in earnings per share,” noted Parekh.

"Thanks to our unparalleled customer satisfaction and loyalty, our active device base has reached an all-time high across all product categories and regions," he added.

Apple's board of directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.26 per share of the company's common stock, payable on November 13, 2025, to shareholders on record as of November 10, 2025.