Apple plans to raise approximately $7 billion through its first investment-grade bond sale in over a year, with proceeds earmarked for stock buybacks, dividend payments, and capital expenditures. The iPhone maker intends to issue seven tranches of bonds with maturities ranging from two to 10 years, according to sources familiar with the matter. The final deal size has not been confirmed and may be adjusted based on investor demand. The issuance comes amid a wave of debt financing by major U.S. technology companies. Since last week, Microsoft, Oracle, and Meta Platforms have collectively raised $50 billion in U.S. markets to fund artificial intelligence infrastructure investments. Apple's last bond offering occurred in May 2025, when it raised $4.5 billion. Bank of America, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs Group, and JPMorgan Chase are arranging the transaction.