Apple, next up in the earnings hot seat after the close of markets, is the focus of our call of the day from Birinyi Associates’ president and chief investment officer Jeffrey Yale Rubin, who says they are sticking to the iPhone maker,

US stocks gained steam on Thursday afternoon as investors digested megacap tech earnings and waited for Apple (AAPL) results for more clues on prospects for Big Tech. Right ahead of the closing bell,

Apple Inc. reported record fiscal Q1 earnings, but growth was modest and shares remain expensive despite recent pullback. Click here to read why AAPL is a Sell.

Apple reported fiscal first-quarter earnings Thursday. Analysts are focused on iPhone momentum following a sluggish start to the year for Apple's stock.

Apple stock was little changed on Thursday as investors awaited the company’s earnings announcement due after the close. Shares of Apple wavered between green and red throughout the day. At recent check,