Will iPhone 17 Prices Increase in India? Impact of Trump Tariff Changes Explained
The launch of the iPhone 17 in September could be a difficult one for customers, with possible price increases. But will this affect Indians as well?
Will iPhone 17 Prices Increase in India? Impact of Trump Tariff Changes Explained
iPhone 16 price in India increase news: Apple is rushing to meet the Trump tariff deadline of April to avoid the impact of new iPhone 16 make in India price and the US. The tariffs will make it difficult for Apple to pass on higher production costs to consumers.
Experts from the industry have a clear idea of the impact the new tariff will have on buyers. If you've been waiting for news about possible iPhone make in India boost 2025, this week we have both good and bad news.
Trump tariff iPhone price impact
Apple's iPhone price increases are likely to be delayed until later this year, according to industry experts. Why? They say that the company has managed to source enough iPhone inventory, which was shipped at a time when tariffs were lower. If you're planning to purchase the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro this year, it would be wise to do so now.
Is a Price Increase for the iPhone Inevitable?
Are Indians also affected by this? Tarun claims that the iPhone 16 and 15 prices will not rise immediately in India, "as Apple has a cushion of iPhone stock." The iPhone 17 launch in this year, however, could have a major impact due to tariffs. Tarun suggests that the price of the iPhone 17 will increase by around 30% on average.
The WSJ reported this week that consumers are rushing to purchase iPhones they may have delayed buying in anticipation of the iPhone 17 release in September. Trump, however, has forced them to change their plans. They are now settling for the current iPhones.
