How Nvidia Surpassed Microsoft And Apple To Become World's Most Valuable Company

Nvidia's rise to becoming a $3 trillion happened in record time. The chip company makes the high-end computer chips that power AI tools like ChatGPT and the cutting edge data centers that more and more companies need access to. But now rivals like AMD and Intel are trying to catch up. Can they take market share from Nvidia, or has the current leader in AI chips gotten too far in the lead? CNBC's Kif Leswing breaks it all down.

Reporting by: Kif Leswing
Graphics by: Jason Reginato
Camera: Lisa Setyon
Associate Producer: Micah Washington
Supervising Producer: Jeff Morganteen
Additional Footage: Getty, Nvidia

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How Nvidia Surpassed Microsoft And Apple To Become World's Most Valuable Company

[Aarrenrhonda]

I keep telling both friends and family; Now is the perfect time to own a Tech Stock, With everything going on and seeing how the world is been run by AI and all Tech is here to stay and you don’t want to miss it

[jameswood]

I’m 27 . If I had $360k I would invest $100k in tech & $260k into dividend stock with a proven track record to grow with capital appreciation & dividend increase year over year

[lukefisherDD]

I recently sold a house in Portland, and I'm considering investing the proceeds in stocks. I know it's a wonderful time to buy, but is this the right moment? When will I fully recover? I'm honestly just perplexed at this point as to how other folks in the same market are making over $450, 000 in gains in a matter of months.

[VanChuong-ongh]

I recently read an article about a man who identified AI stocks before the AI boom, highlighting the importance of information and insight. I believe AI is poised to enter a new phase, and I aim to position my $200k investment portfolio to capitalize on significant gains.

[Aarrenrhonda]

Heard someone say it's important to stick to stocks that are immune to economic policies. I'm looking at NVIDIA and other AI stocks. Or are there better recommendations? I've got $250k ready money and I'd love to invest to secure my future, I'm 44.

[JoeWilmoth-kw]

Investing in a Roth IRA can be a good choice since they are funded with after-tax dollars, and your contributions can grow tax-free over time. When you withdraw money from your Roth IRA in retirement, you won’t have to pay tax on it, which will help you keep more of your hard-earned money. I retired with 2 million dollars.

[NicoleBarker-hevp]

I recently sold some of my Nvidia stocks to secure profits, but I'm retaining a portion for the long term, its growth potential is robust. I'm also considering diversifying my $400K stock portfolio, but I'm uncertain about managing risks in my next move.

[ScottLarrry]

Did you all see the new release of NVIDIA's stock earnings? The results are incredible, and their stock is surging.

[Donaldsmith]

Honestly, this concerns me and has left me uneasy. Especially this potential depression, no more a recession. I'm unsure about my $130K account strategy, considering the uncertainty of this whole recession mostly.

[TylerofSc]

As much as i want to invest in NVIDIA I think it has some short-term pain ahead. Currently sitting on about 250k i'd like to get in with, do you still think NVIDIA is a good buy right now or I have I missed out on a crucial buy period?

[waltzwalter]

Made my first large buy with NVIDIA in 2020 and have literally been buying quarterly since then. I am thinking about trimming some at $4, 200 per share. Is this a good strategy? Please let me know what you think.

[turkishdelight]

As of this comment, NVIDIA has just surpassed Microsoft as the most valuable stock in the world

[tammystut]

I always predicted NVDA will overtake APPL, its an obvious bet that AI stocks will dominate 2024. Why I prefer NVIDIA is that they are better placed to maintain long term growth potential, and provide a platform for other AI companies. I know someone who has made more than 200% from NVIDIA.

[extremeencounter]

“Nvidia (NVDA) is now the most valuable public company in the world.” - Yahoo

[TheHersonCastillo]

Fun Fact [at least according to ChatGPT]: "Yes, the CEOs of AMD and NVIDIA are indeed cousins. Lisa Su, the CEO of AMD, and Jen-Hsun (Jensen) Huang, the CEO of NVIDIA, are related. Lisa Su confirmed this in an interview where she mentioned that Jensen Huang is her cousin. Both have roots in Taiwan and have become prominent figures in the semiconductor industry." 🤣😂😅😀

[vietnam]

NVIDIA stocks are the reason why I’m going to be able to retire at 40. Such a great investment

[tyfighter]

Why is it that in 2024 with all of the supposed tech advancements 90% of the comment section consists of "who is your financial advisor" followed by some chatbot shilling for some scam person. Its like the old days of unmoderated forums all over again 🙄

[ArchieJohnsonh]

Without a doubt, this year will be worse than the last. I lost a lot of money last year as a result of bad investment choices that I would not have made if I hadn't been so worried about my portfolio. I kept investing, but I couldn't determine whether to start paying for a house. In the end, I sold my positions, and the house needed more work than I had planned. I'm not sure how long I can keep going like this

[Krynale]

These valuations are getting ridiculous...

[jordanjoseph]

as someone who knows nothing about tech, i recently read that GPU's are what make Nvidia chips so desirable. and while they are not the only tech company that is able to make them, most tech engineers have trained to create these GPU's using they're program format. so not only do they have the 13 secret herbs and spices but they have the garden where they're grown on lock as well... seemingly