Apple Reports Drop in App Store Commission Revenue Amid Legal Challenges
Apple’s Services division, which includes the App Store, has experienced an unexpected slowdown. The company reported $30.7 billion in services revenue for Q2 2026 — below Wall Street expectations by about $1 billion and a record low growth rate compared to previous years. Legal challenges from companies like Epic Games and regulatory bodies such as the European Commission are increasingly seen as factors affecting Apple’s ability to collect commissions on app purchases. Third-party data indicates that U.S. consumer spending in the App Store dropped 6% year-over-year, while global spending grew only 3%, far below last year's 13%. Additionally, commission revenue from the App Store reportedly fell by 18% in the United States during this period. Apple’s CFO attributed part of the slowdown to foreign exchange and changes in its business model in certain countries. The market has responded with skepticism; shares dipped nearly 7% following earnings reports as investors reassess Apple's long-term revenue potential from services.
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