You’re correct that my language is too loose there. Here’s what would happen: 1. Apple would declare that they are repatriating the money. 2. The shareholder

You’re correct that my language is too loose there. Here’s what would happen: 1. Apple would declare that they are repatriating the money. 2. The shareholders would disagree. They would sue, claiming that the company’s directors are obligated to do what’s best for the corporation. The shareholders would vote to replace the board, and the newly elected board would replace management. The threat of #2 prevents #1.