Apple has exceeded market expectations with its third-quarter results, though its stock price declined in after-hours trading, reflecting ongoing challenges in the critical Greater China market. Future performance is anticipated to depend on a recovery in Chinese sales and advances in AI technology. On Thursday, Apple reported third-quarter revenues of $94.93 billion and adjusted earnings per share of $1.64, both slightly above Wall Street estimates compiled by the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG). Revenue rose 6% compared to the previous year, though net income dropped sharply from $22.96 b…