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Apple (AAPL) was one of the most hated trades in the first half
of 2013, down a whopping 25.49% against the 12.63% gain the S&P
500 produced. So far, the second half of 2013 is shaping up in
Apple's favor with it being up 5.53% while the S&P 500 is only
up 0.48%. Now the question is will it last? Some catalysts for
the second half include a possible refresh of the iPad mini and
potentially a cheaper phone, which will be introduced into
China. And with approximately 80 million China Mobile (CHL)
customers who can afford the iPhone with its current price
target left untapped, this can provide an awesome pop for Apple
if it can get that deal going with China Mobile. With that in
mind I want to evaluate on a fundamental, financial and
technical basis if it's worth buying more of the stock right
now.   Apple currently trades at a trailing 12-month P/E ratio
of 9.99, which is priced inexpe