Apple Stock Drops to Fourth in Trading Volume as Tech Giant Faces Market Challenges

On May 22, 2025, Apple Inc. (AAPL) experienced a trading volume of $9.384 billion, marking a 22.1% decrease from the previous day. This placed Apple as the fourth most traded stock of the day. The company's stock price fell by 0.36%, extending its losing streak to seven consecutive days, with a total decline of 5.43% over the past week.

Apple is accelerating the development of smart glasses, targeting a release in late 2026. This move is part of the company's broader strategy to integrate AI-powered consumer devices, aiming to compete with Meta Platforms' popular Ray-Ban smart glasses. The development is being led by company engineers who are working diligently to bring this innovative product to market.

OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, recently gave a preview of new AI devices he is developing with former Apple designer Jony Ive. This collaboration highlights the growing interest in AI-powered wearable devices, which could potentially replace traditional smartphones. For Apple, this presents both opportunities and challenges as it navigates the evolving tech landscape.