Nvidia Market Cap Hits $5.7T on 4% AI Rally as China License Hinges in Trump-Xi Summit
Nvidia shares surged over 4% to push its market capitalization to a record $5.7 trillion as AI-driven tech stocks lifted the Nasdaq to all-time highs. The company is awaiting China export licenses for its H200 AI chips after the Trump-Xi summit, a decision with major revenue and policy implications.
1. Nvidia Tops $5.7 Trillion Market Cap on AI Rally
Nvidia shares climbed more than 4% during Thursday’s session, driving its market value to an unprecedented $5.7 trillion. The broader tech-driven AI rally also lifted the Nasdaq by 0.8% and pushed the S&P 500 above 7,500 for the first time, underscoring Nvidia’s leadership in the AI trade.
2. China Export License Decision Looms after Trump-Xi Summit
Nvidia has secured U.S. export approvals but has yet to ship any H200 AI inference chips to China as it awaits Chinese licensing clearance. Approval would unlock a new revenue stream but also raises geopolitical concerns over advanced technology access for a strategic competitor.
3. Global Chip Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
The production and delivery of Nvidia’s advanced chips hinge on a complex global network, with Taiwanese fabs at the final assembly stage. Past disruptions—from Ukraine-related gas shortages to Straits of Hormuz tensions—highlight persistent risks that could stall Nvidia’s shipments or inflate costs.