On Thursday, Apple released a blockbuster earnings report.br On Friday, Apple shares surged as much as 7.br Apple's market capitalization briefly overtook Saudi Aramco's on Friday, dethroning the oil giant as the most valuable company in the world.br Apple's market value at $1.762 trillion.br Apple's recent tear has sent shares up roughly 39 year-to-date.br The company also on Thursday announced a 4-1 stock split, which it said would help it appeal to a broader range of investors.