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Tim Cook joins Howard Lutnick at Houston manufacturing plant opening

The event adds to signals about what Tim Cook may pursue after stepping down as Apple CEO, with CNBC describing him as potentially shifting into a chairman role.

Apple CEO Tim Cook appeared alongside Howard Lutnick at the opening of a Houston manufacturing plant tied to Lutnick’s activities, according to CNBC Markets and CNBC World.

CNBC notes that the appearance comes as Cook prepares to step down as Apple’s chief executive, and frames the moment as a hint at the work he could take on next.

The outlets also describe Cook’s participation as part of a broader transition, suggesting a move toward a potential chairman role after his CEO tenure ends.

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