Apple plans to expand its operations in the United States, with a commitment to invest $500 billion over the next four years.
This initiative includes the development of a massive new manufacturing facility in Texas and the creation of 20,000 new jobs in research and development across the country.
The tech giant says it will establish a 250,000-square-foot factory in Houston, Texas, which will focus on assembling servers for its data centres. The facility, expected to be operational by 2026, will be developed in partnership with Hon Hai Precision Industry, also known as Foxconn.
These servers are essential for supporting Apple Intelligence, a suite of features designed to enhance user experience through advanced processing capabilities.
Apple’s current investment builds upon previous commitments to domestic manufacturing. During the Trump administration, the company announced a $350 billion investment over five years. This new pledge includes various expenditures, such as supply chain purchases, Apple TV+ productions, and infrastructure expansion.
In addition to the Texas facility, Apple plans to double its Advanced Manufacturing Fund, increasing it from $5 billion to $10 billion. A good portion of this fund will be allocated to the production of advanced silicon at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.’s (TSMC) facility in Arizona.
While Apple did not disclose the exact terms of its arrangement with TSMC, the move aligns with the company’s goal to bolster domestic semiconductor production.
Apple has long maintained a strong presence in the U.S. supply chain, sourcing key components from American manufacturers such as Broadcom, SkyWorks Solutions, and Qorvo.
The company also recently began mass production of its in-house designed chips at TSMC’s Arizona plant, as it pushes toward greater self-reliance in chip manufacturing.
Again, Apple is also investing in workforce development. The company announced the establishment of a manufacturing academy in Michigan, aimed at providing small and medium-sized enterprises with essential skills in project management and manufacturing optimisation. The academy will offer free courses facilitated by Apple engineers and university experts.
Apple’s CEO Tim Cook noted the company’s allegiance to American innovation, “We are bullish on the future of American innovation, and we’re proud to build on our long-standing U.S. investments with this $500 billion commitment to our country’s future.”
The investment comes as the focus on U.S. technology manufacturing, particularly in the semiconductor sector increases. Policies such as the CHIPS Act have sought to encourage domestic production, and Apple’s latest initiatives align with these broader industrial strategies.
