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Apple or repatriation of $200 billion overseas cash exacerbates acquisition Netflix speculates
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According to a recent report released on Thursday, market research firm GBH has revealed that Apple is expected to leverage the U.S. tax rebate policy for repatriating overseas cash to bring back approximately $200 billion from its global reserves. This move could significantly boost Apple’s financial flexibility and strategic options moving forward.
GBH analysts suggest that the repatriated funds are likely to be allocated in three key areas: accelerating stock buybacks, increasing dividend payouts, and potentially pursuing large-scale mergers and acquisitions. This strategy aligns with Apple’s long-term goal of maintaining strong shareholder value while exploring new growth opportunities.
The potential repatriation has sparked renewed speculation about Apple acquiring Netflix. While GBH acknowledges that such a massive acquisition may not align perfectly with Apple’s usual approach, it also points out that the company may need to take bold steps to stay competitive in the evolving digital landscape.
“Although Apple might keep individual M&A deals under $2 billion, we believe the time is right for the company to look ahead and make a more significant push into emerging growth areas like streaming video,†said GBH. “The competition in this space is intensifying, with Netflix investing $8 billion this year alone, while Disney, Amazon, Facebook, and HBO are all heavily investing in content creation. In our view, now is the perfect moment to take decisive action and secure a stronger position in this rapidly growing sector.â€
With the entertainment industry becoming increasingly intertwined with technology, Apple’s decision to invest in streaming could mark a pivotal shift in its business strategy, positioning it as a major player in the future of digital content.