Breaking: Apple Faces US Antitrust Lawsuit Over Monopolizing Smartphone Markets
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The U.S. Department of Justice and 15 states sue Apple for alleged antitrust violations, accusing the company of driving up prices and stifling competition in smartphone markets.
Impact: Apple shares (NASDAQ:AAPL) drop by 3% following the news, signaling investor concerns over the lawsuit's potential implications on the tech giant's business practices and share value.
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