Apple CEO Tim Cook Asked About Retirement Again, Here's What He Said
Tim Cook retirement timeline remains unclear after candid all-hands comments.
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Apple CEO Tim Cook Asked About Retirement Again, Here's What He Said
Is Tim Cook Stepping Down in 2026? The Truth Behind the Speculation Apple CEO Tim Cook isn't retiring anytime soon—but he's intensely focused on who will lead Apple long after he's gone. During a recent company-wide meeting, Cook sidestepped direct questions about his departure date while revealing a striking preoccupation: identifying the leaders who will shape Apple's next decade and beyond. With persistent rumors suggesting a 2026 transition, employees and investors alike are watching closely. Yet Cook's carefully worded remarks signal continuity rather than imminent change, buying time for a meticulously planned succession process that could unfold over the next 12 to 24 months. Credit: Google The All-Hands Moment That Sparked New Questions In a candid exchange with Apple staff, Cook deflected personal retirement queries by pivoting to legacy-building. "I spend a lot of time thinking about who's in the room five years from now, 10 years from now," he …
