Evercore has added Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) to Tactical Outperform noting that the company is well positioned with lowered expectations heading into its earnings results later this month. The firm has an Outperform rating and $250 price target on Apple's stock.

Investing.com -- Evercore ISI added Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) stock to its Tactical Outperform List, highlighting the company's potential to deliver a quarter in line with expectations, bolstered by growth in emerging markets and strong performances in its Services and Wearables divisions.

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