Nvidia Surpasses Apple as the World’s Most Valuable Company Once Again

Nvidia has reclaimed its title as the world’s most valuable company by market capitalization, surpassing Apple for the third time in recent years. This milestone highlights Nvidia's dominance in producing GPUs essential for artificial intelligence.

Nvidia's stock rose by 2% on Tuesday and has gained 5% since the start of 2025, solidifying its leadership position. The company’s success is fueled by soaring demand for its AI chips, with shares surging 171% in 2024 and an impressive 239% in 2023.

In contrast, Apple has faced challenges, with its stock dropping 3% on Tuesday and falling 11% year-to-date. While Apple has been investing in AI capabilities, its involvement in the field remains modest compared to Nvidia, which provides critical technology for major AI models like ChatGPT.

As of January 22, Nvidia’s market capitalization stood at approximately $3.45 trillion, edging out Apple at $3.35 trillion. While Apple holds the distinction of being the first company to hit $1 trillion, $2 trillion, and $3 trillion milestones, Nvidia continues to expand its influence, driven by its leadership in AI technologies.