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Consumer technology major Apple (AAPL, Financials) is poised to report quarterly profits after the close Thursday and investors will be searching beyond the headline statistics for indications about the company’s direction.Apple shares have surged almost 24% this year, boosting expectations ahead of the announcement. Revenue and earnings will continue to dominate but management commentary on product demand, artificial intelligence and tariffs could have a bigger impact on investor sentiment.Traders on a prediction market platform Kalshi said tariffs, Siri and manufacturing are the subjects most likely to come up on the earnings call. Investors will also want to hear about Apple Pay, modem development and the company’s AI collaborations, especially any mention of Gemini.The earnings call comes as Apple continues to deal with changing supply chain dynamics, while boosting its artificial intelligence capabilities. Details on manufacturing plans, pricing strategy, or future product development could provide further insights into the company’s long-term growth strategy.With the stock approaching all-time highs, investors will be watching for signs that Apple can continue to expand revenue amid competition and regulatory difficulties.Investors will now turn to Apple’s earnings reports and management guidance for evidence of ongoing demand, AI progress and the company’s forecast for the remainder of the year.