- Apple has ramped up iPhone production in India by 53% last year, now manufacturing a quarter of its devices there.
- This strategic move is part of the company’s efforts to mitigate tariffs and reduce reliance on Chinese manufacturing.
- The shift not only diversifies Apple’s production base but also aligns with broader trends of companies seeking to relocate supply chains.
Apple boosts iPhone production in India to 25% amid China shift
Apple has ramped up iPhone production in India by 53% last year, now manufacturing a quarter of its devices there. This strategic move is part of the company's efforts to mitigate tariffs and reduce reliance on Chinese manufacturing. The shift not only diversifies Apple's production base but also aligns with broader trends of companies seeking to relocate supply chains.
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