State of Michigan Retirement System 13F: Cuts AAPL Stake by $31M

Key Points

  • The State of Michigan Retirement System's stake in Apple now stands at 3,736,499 shares, representing 11.3% of its total portfolio.
  • Apple shares closed at $347.10 on October 27, 2026, and recently traded around $347.08, which is about equal to the event close.
  • Other funds also adjusted their positions in Apple, with Chicago Partners Investment Group adding 16,209 shares and Asset Management One boosting its stake by 122,709 shares.

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On October 27, 2026, the State of Michigan Retirement System trimmed its position in Apple Inc. (AAPL) by 93,900 shares, valued at about $31.3 million. This change was disclosed in a filing with the SEC. After the adjustment, the fund now holds 3,736,499 shares of Apple, a 2.5% decrease from its previous 3,830,399 shares.

AAPL Apple Inc.
$347.10 +28.43% year to date
Daily close · Oct 27, 2026

Where Apple Fits in State of Michigan Retirement System's Portfolio

Apple represents 11.3% of the State of Michigan Retirement System's total reported value of approximately $11 billion. The fund ranks second among its 966 reported positions, indicating a significant reliance on Apple as a key investment.

Other Institutional Activity in Apple

Several other institutional investors also adjusted their stakes in Apple recently. Chicago Partners Investment Group grew its holdings by 16,209 shares, bringing its total to 353,007 shares worth about $122.7 million. Asset Management One added 122,709 shares, increasing their position to 6,829,769 shares valued at approximately $2.27 billion. Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. maintained its position at 227,917,808 shares, valued at about $79.1 billion.

Apple Inc. Stock Down 0.2%

Apple shares closed at $347.10 on October 27, 2026, and recently traded around $347.08 as of October 28, which is about equal to the closing price. The stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average by about 5.1% and its 200-day moving average by 17.7%. However, it is slightly below its 52-week high of $351.73.

Recent Earnings

For the trailing twelve months, Apple reported revenue of approximately $466.8 billion and earnings per share (EPS) of $8.72. The company has a robust net margin of 27.6% and a return on equity (ROE) of 148.8%. The next earnings report is expected on November 2, 2026.

Earnings drift grade

Outlook vs expectations on the last report — not price action.

B- 72/100

Reported Apr 30, 2026

  1. Forward outlook

    10 analysts raised price targets.

  2. EPS & revenue

    EPS beat estimates by 1.1%. Revenue missed estimates by 0.6%.

  3. Profit surprise

    EBITDA beat by 2 percent. Operating income beat by 3 percent.

  4. Pre-earnings setup

    Expectations were about average.

  5. Analyst signal

    10 target raises.

  6. Earnings quality

    Gross margin up 2.2 points. Operating margin up 1.2 points. Positive free cash flow.

Earnings Call Summary

Apple delivered its best-ever quarter with 143.8 billion dollars in revenue, up 16 percent. iPhone surged 23 percent to 85.3 billion dollars driven by strong customer demand for the iPhone 17 lineup and record upgraders in China and India. Services hit an all-time record of 30 billion dollars, up 14 percent, while the installed base reached 2.5 billion active devices. Management highlighted Apple Intelligence features resonating with users and expanded retail presence in India as growth drivers.

Guidance Apple expects March quarter revenue to grow 13 percent to 16 percent year over year, with services growing at a similar rate to December. Gross margin should land between 48 percent to 49 percent. The company faces iPhone supply constraints from advanced chip demand but remains confident in the business outlook.

Slightly positive report. The quarter was acceptable, but the forward setup is not strong.

Dividend

Apple pays an annual dividend of $1.08 per share, yielding approximately 0.31%. The dividend payout ratio is 12.0%, indicating a sustainable return to shareholders.

Insider Buying and Selling at Apple Inc.

Recently, several insiders sold shares of Apple. Jennifer Newstead, General Counsel, sold 2,399 shares on October 6, 2026, at an average price of $332.01, totaling about $796,492. Kevan Parekh, Chief Financial Officer, sold 1,392 shares on October 16, 2026, valued at about $480,315. Ben Borders, another officer, sold 1,280 shares on the same day for approximately $442,108. On October 20, 2026, Newstead sold another 2,399 shares at $339.62, worth around $814,748.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On October 1, 2026, Morgan Stanley maintained an Overweight rating on Apple with a price target of $355. JP Morgan also maintained an Overweight rating on October 12, with a target of $360. MoffettNathanson kept a Neutral rating with a target of $283 on October 20. Loop Capital downgraded its rating to Hold with a target of $330 on the same day. The consensus recommendation for Apple remains a buy with a target mean price of $329.25 from 39 analysts.

About Apple Inc.

Apple Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets a wide range of technology products, including smartphones, personal computers, tablets, wearables, and accessories. Its flagship products include the iPhone, Mac computers, and iPads, along with various accessories like AirPods and Apple Watch. The company's consistent innovation and robust financial performance make it a leading player in the technology sector.

Bottom Line

Investors will be watching for Apple's upcoming earnings report on November 2, 2026. Additionally, the recent moves by institutional investors highlight ongoing interest in Apple, with many funds adjusting their positions amid the stock's performance.

Source: State of Michigan Retirement System's 13F filing on $AAPL (Oct 27, 2026). 13F filings show holdings as of the end of the reporting quarter and may not reflect the fund's current position. Written by software, not financial advice. How we make alerts

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