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Apple and New Klarna Leasing Strategy - What's Going On?

BenzingaAnusuya Lahiri

Apple stock edged higher premarket as analysts evaluate its new Klarna-backed device leasing program designed to sustain iPhone demand and offset rising chip costs.

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