Odd Lots: Why It’s Hard for Apple to Move Out of China (Podcast)
BloombergMonday, June 2, 2025 at 8:00:00 AM
Apple has long been tied to China’s manufacturing ecosystem, and despite political pressure (like Trump’s push for U.S. production) and efforts to diversify (such as shifting some work to India), the company is still deeply reliant on Chinese supply chains. This isn’t just about cheap labor—it’s about the intricate, highly specialized network that’s been built over decades to support iPhone production. The story highlights how Apple’s success is a testament to the tight, sometimes messy interdependence of the U.S. and Chinese economies.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just a story about Apple—it’s a snapshot of how hard it is for giant corporations to untangle themselves from China’s manufacturing dominance, even when politics or diversification plans suggest otherwise. For consumers, it’s a reminder that the gadgets we love are often the product of a system that’s way more complex (and fragile) than we realize.
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