Apple's Outstanding Shares: A History from 2010 to 2024
Shares Outstanding: A Definition
Shares outstanding, also known as diluted shares, represent the total number of shares of a company's common stock held by shareholders, including insiders. This metric is a key factor in calculating a company's earnings per share (EPS), market capitalization, and other financial ratios.
Apple's Shares Outstanding from 2010 to 2024
The table below outlines Apple's shares outstanding from 2010 to 2024:
| Year | Shares Outstanding (millions) |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 563 |
| 2011 | 609 |
| 2012 | 643 |
| 2013 | 739 |
| 2014 | 818 |
| 2015 | 922 |
| 2016 | 975 |
| 2017 | 1,036 |
| 2018 | 1,123 |
| 2019 | 1,195 |
| 2020 | 1,269 |
| 2021 | 1,347 |
| 2022 | 1,431 |
| 2023 | 1,507 |
| 2024 | 1,541 |
As the table shows, Apple's shares outstanding have steadily increased over the past 15 years. This increase is primarily due to stock splits and the issuance of new shares to fund acquisitions and operations.
Conclusion
Apple's shares outstanding have grown significantly over the past decade and a half. This growth has been driven by a combination of factors, including stock splits, acquisitions, and operations. The company's increasing shares outstanding have a direct impact on its EPS and other financial metrics, which investors should consider when evaluating the company's performance.
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