Apple anticipates slower sales growth this quarter due to supply chain issues. The company faces challenges in obtaining necessary parts for product delivery. This forecast led to a significant drop in Apple's stock value. Despite strong third-quarter results, future growth faces component shortages. Executives highlighted supply limitations rather than a lack of customer demand.

July 29 : Qualcomm forecast fourth-quarter profit below Wall Street estimates on Wednesday, and said revenue from Apple products would decline faster than expected as supply…

Qualcomm CEO told Reuters that supply constraints will cause its revenue from Apple products to decline faster than expected.

Shares of the company were down more than 4% in extended trading on Wednesday, while Apple shares were flat.