12 Best Metaverse Stocks to Invest in

4. Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) 

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 166

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) stands as a tech powerhouse that makes and markets hardware like iPhones, iPads, Macs, and wearables. It also delivers software, cloud services, and subscriptions across fitness, music, entertainment, gaming, and news. Its App Store and platforms form key building blocks of the metaverse, supporting AR, spatial computing, and immersive experiences through products like the Apple Vision Pro. Apple ranks among the best metaverse stocks, thanks to its integration of AI, AR, and spatial computing throughout its product lineup.

For Q4 ending December 28, 2024, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) reported impressive results, with revenue hitting $124.3 billion, up 4% year-over-year. Net income reached $36.3 billion, with EPS climbing 10% to $2.40. Meanwhile, products generated $98 billion, with iPhones bringing in $69.1 billion, while Services set a record at $26.3 billion, jumping 14% YoY. Additionally, Mac and iPad sales surged by 16% and 15%, respectively, driven by strong demand for new models by Apple Silicon. All in all, the company now boasts over 2.35 billion active devices worldwide.

Furthermore, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) continues to expand its services with over 1 billion paid subscriptions. Its new “Apple Intelligence” features are now available on iPhones, iPads, and Macs, offering visual intelligence, Genmoji, and enhanced Siri functions. The company has also rolled out Vision Pro globally, expanding its spatial computing and strengthening its position in the metaverse space.

For Q2 2025, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) projects low to mid-single-digit revenue growth despite currency challenges, and the gross margin is expected to be between 46.5% and 47.5%. The company plans to expand Apple Intelligence to more regions in April and will open new flagship stores, including its first in Saudi Arabia. While China remains tough, Apple is seeing double-digit growth in India and other emerging markets.