Yes, there is a company out there that has briefly surpassed the tech giant Apple! Nvidia approached a mind-boggling $4 trillion market cap this week. At one stage, the firm’s worth reached $3.92 trillion, slightly above Apple’s record-breaking $3.915 trillion high!
A $163.93 per-share increase would propel Nvidia into the record books as the first firm to achieve this feat.
What’s Behind This Run?
AI is where investors are placing their big bucks. Nvidia controls the AI chip market. Its processors power large language models for industry leaders such as Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, Alphabet, and Tesla. Wedbush analysts estimate that Nvidia may reach $4 trillion by summer and potentially $5 trillion within 18 months.
Drivers:
- AI chip demand: Busting demand in data centres and AI building.
- Global optimism: Relaxing China chip export regulations may further boost stocks.
- Reasonable valuation: The stock’s price is approximately 32 times forward earnings, which is reasonably priced given its growth prospects.
Nvidia’s surge redefines markets. It’s a saturated market, with its capital already surpassing the total value of UK-listed firms and those listed in Canada and Mexico. The company now represents 7-8% of the S&P 500 index.
It momentarily surpassed both Apple and Microsoft in value. Microsoft is valued at approximately $3.7 trillion, while Apple lags at $3.19 trillion.
Increasing Targets and Warnings
Other companies predict even larger victories. Loop Capital increased its target price to $250—a move that would propel the market capitalisation to $6 trillion. However, others fear that the excitement will outpace actual-world AI advancements.
Nvidia has approximately 36,000 employees. It generates more than $90 million of market value per employee, which is double the productivity of most technology companies. Despite lean hiring, it drives a significant portion of the AI revolution.
If Nvidia surpasses $4 trillion, it will pave the way for a new chapter in corporate history. It would be the first perennially reigning tech monarch. However, there are obstacles in the way: global trade tensions, increased competition, and regulatory challenges. Tech investors need to monitor earnings, chips such as Rubin and B40, and export policy.
Nvidia occupies the threshold of history. It stands poised to be the most valuable company in history. The AI gold rush that rises also carries enormous danger. One thing is clear: Nvidia now dictates markets around the world and has the power to redefine what’s possible in the age of technology.
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