Nvidia has become the world’s first publicly traded company to reach a $5 trillion market valuation, after its shares rose more than four per cent on Wednesday, according to CNBC.
The milestone marks another defining moment in the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution and underscores Nvidia’s transformation from a gaming-focused graphics chipmaker into the global leader in AI computing.
Nvidia’s stock has surged more than 50 per cent in 2025, driven by relentless demand for its high-performance AI processors, the backbone of data centres, machine learning models, and next-generation robotics.
CEO Jensen Huang announced that Nvidia expects roughly $500 billion in AI chip orders and plans to build seven supercomputers for the U.S. government. “This milestone reflects Nvidia’s extraordinary rise from a niche video game processor company to an integral player in the AI boom,” CNBC reported.
In a related move, Nvidia revealed a $1 billion strategic investment in Nokia to jointly develop next-generation 6G network technology, signalling its intention to extend dominance beyond AI into advanced connectivity systems.
AI Stocks Fuel Market Rally
The broader U.S. stock market also hit record highs this week, powered by investor enthusiasm for AI. Tech giants Apple and Microsoft each climbed above the $4 trillion mark, while Nvidia led the charge with unprecedented gains.
However, analysts have begun to warn that valuations may be overheating. The IMF and Bank of England recently cautioned that global markets could face turbulence if AI optimism cools.
Still, Cathie Wood, Ark Invest CEO, remains bullish, calling it the start of “a technology revolution,” and dismissing fears of an AI bubble.
Milestones on Nvidia’s Road to $5 Trillion
Nvidia’s climb to a $5 trillion valuation caps years of exponential growth:
- May 2023: Surpassed $1 trillion, joining Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, and Amazon in the elite trillion-dollar club.
- February 2024: Doubled to $2 trillion, fueled by booming AI chip demand.
- June 2024: Reached $3 trillion, becoming the world’s second most valuable public company.
- October 2025: Crossed $5 trillion, cementing its position as the world’s most valuable company.
Nvidia’s rise captures a new era in global technology, one where artificial intelligence is not just reshaping industries but redefining corporate value itself.
