U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Apple that it must manufacture iPhones in the United States. If not, the company will face a 25% tariff on each iPhone sold in the country, he said on Friday.
Donald Trump issued the warning on Truth Social. He said Apple must stop making iPhones in India or anywhere outside the U.S.
“I have long ago informed Tim Cook of Apple that I expect their iPhones that will be sold in the United States of America will be manufactured and built in the United States, not India, or anyplace else,” Trump wrote.
“If that is not the case, a Tariff of at least 25% must be paid by Apple to the US.”
The statement quickly affected markets. Apple shares dropped 2.5% in premarket trading. U.S. stock futures also slipped.
So far, Apple has not responded to Trump’s comment.
The former president’s threat is part of his long-term goal to bring manufacturing jobs back to the U.S. He has repeatedly criticized companies for outsourcing.
Currently, Apple is moving more of its production to India. The shift comes after earlier Trump-era tariffs strained U.S.-China trade and raised fears over supply chain disruptions.
According to Reuters, most iPhones sold in the U.S. will be made in India starting June 2025.
Despite the bold statement, legal experts say it’s unclear whether Trump could impose such a tariff on just one company. Trade actions like tariffs usually require congressional approval or must target entire industries or countries.
Still, Trump’s comments could increase pressure on Apple as it balances production costs and political risks.
Trump’s warning to Apple highlights his continuing focus on domestic manufacturing. Whether such a targeted tariff can be enforced remains uncertain, but the threat is already impacting markets and raising concerns within the tech industry.
