Apple is considering increasing its imports of iPhones from India as a way to avoid steep new U.S. tariffs on Chinese-made goods, The Wall Street Journal* reported.
The move comes after President Donald Trump announced a 54% tariff on products imported from China last week—part of an aggressive trade stance aimed at reducing reliance on Chinese manufacturing. In contrast, goods imported from India would face a lower 26% tariff under the proposed changes.
According to the report, Apple views the shift as a temporary workaround while it explores negotiations with the Trump administration for an exemption from the new duties. The tech giant remains reluctant to overhaul its heavily China-dependent supply chain in the immediate term.