Why Apple (AAPL) is a Top Growth Stock for the Long-Term

The article argues that Apple remains an attractive long-term growth stock, citing its strong ecosystem, expanding Services revenue, and favorable growth metrics. Zacks highlights Apple’s Growth Style Score of B and VGM Score of B, along with expected year-over-year earnings growth of 17.4% for the current fiscal year. It also notes that the fiscal 2026 consensus earnings estimate has risen by $0.02 to $8.76 per share over the last 60 days, with three analysts raising estimates. The piece is broadly bullish on Apple’s long-term investment case, though it also acknowledges the stock is only a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), tempering the outlook.