If you're just starting out, you may not want to commit to purchasing a whole share of AAPL stock. Instead, you may prefer to buy a portion of that share, called a fractional share. Some brokerages—Charles Schwab, Fidelity, Stash and Robinhood—allow you to buy these portions of traditional shares.
Can I buy Apple stock directly?
Can I purchase stock directly from Apple? No, but Apple stock can be purchased through just about any brokerage firm, including online brokerage services.