Apple TV+ Losing $1B Annually Despite Hits

Apple is reportedly facing substantial financial losses in its Apple TV+ business, primarily due to the high costs associated with producing its original films and TV shows. According to a paywalled report from The Information, the company is incurring losses exceeding $1 billion annually because of its significant investment in content. In an attempt to curb these expenses in 2024, Apple managed to reduce costs by approximately $500,000. However, this effort only brought the annual expenditure down to $4.5 billion, compared to the $5 billion spent each year since the launch of the Apple TV+ streaming service in 2019.

Despite these financial challenges, Apple TV+'s original programming is renowned for its high quality, both critically and among viewers. Shows like *Severance*, *Silo*, and *Foundation* are celebrated for their impeccable production values, which certainly do not suggest any cost-cutting measures. The commitment to quality is evident in the critical acclaim these shows receive. *Severance*, recently renewed for a third season following the conclusion of Season 2, boasts an impressive 96% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes. *Silo* is not far behind with a 92% score. Additionally, Apple is set to release *The Studio*, a meta-comedy led by Seth Rogen that premiered at SXSW and currently holds a stellar 97% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes. Other popular series such as *The Morning Show*, *Ted Lasso*, and *Shrinking* further underscore Apple's success in content creation.

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This dedication to quality content appears to be paying off, as evidenced by the addition of 2 million new subscribers to Apple TV+ last month during the run of *Severance*, according to Deadline. While the service is currently operating at a loss, Apple's overall financial health remains robust, with the company generating $391 billion in annual revenue for its fiscal year 2024. This strong financial position suggests that Apple will likely continue its investment in high-quality content for Apple TV+ for the foreseeable future.