Apple has unveiled an ambitious plan to invest $500 billion in the United States over the next four years, aiming to bolster its domestic operations and create approximately 20,000 new jobs, primarily in research and development. This strategic move includes the construction of a 250,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas, dedicated to producing servers for Apple’s AI suite, Apple Intelligence. The Houston plant is slated to open in 2026 and is expected to generate thousands of jobs.
In addition to the Houston facility, Apple plans to double its Advanced Manufacturing Fund to $10 billion, focusing on fostering high-skilled manufacturing roles. The company will also establish a manufacturing academy in Detroit, offering free courses in project management and manufacturing optimization to support small and mid-sized businesses.
This investment announcement follows a recent meeting between Apple CEO Tim Cook and President Donald Trump. The move is perceived as a strategic response to potential tariffs on products assembled in China, aiming to mitigate supply chain risks and align with the administration’s emphasis on domestic manufacturing.
Analysts view this initiative as both a political gesture and a strategic business decision.