Nvidia Becomes First $4 Trillion Public Company

Nvidia has become the first publicly traded company to surpass a $4 trillion market valuation, driven by soaring demand for its AI-specialized chips and intense investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence. The company’s stock has surged 1,350% since October 2022, including a 20% rise in 2025, making Nvidia the most valuable public company ahead of Apple and Microsoft. Nvidia’s processors are powering major AI applications, prompting massive investments from global tech firms. CEO Jensen Huang’s net worth has increased by $27.6 billion in 2025, placing him among the world’s richest individuals. The rapid rise of Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple now accounts for about one-third of the S&P 500’s total weight, reflecting a major shift in the stock market. Nvidia’s central role in the AI boom underscores its unmatched influence in technology and global markets.