Apple Music is increasing subscription prices in multiple markets worldwide, including the United States, according to reports from Mint and Variety. The change represents the service’s first major price adjustment since late 2022 or the fall of 2022. Apple says the increases are driven by higher music licensing costs. The new rates take effect in many of the regions where Apple Music is available, with the U.S. among the countries affected, the outlets report. While specific pricing figures vary by market, both sources describe the same overarching rationale and timing: the hikes apply across several locations and are presented as necessary due to rising costs associated with licensing music content. The reported updates indicate Apple is adjusting Apple Music pricing plans to reflect ongoing increases in licensing expenses, rather than changing the core service offering. The outlets also note that this is a broader, global pricing action rather than a one-off adjustment in a single country.