Apple posted a 15th straight earnings per share beat to analyst estimates in the third quarter. One surprising item may have helped with the beat.

Apple shares are trading slightly lower in Thursday's premarket as investors weigh if upcoming earnings can justify the recent record highs.

Apple just released its earnings report for the third fiscal quarter of 2026. The company reported $109.4 billion in revenue, $29.8 billion in net profit, and $2.02 in earnings…

It's a one-time windfall, but what a windfall.