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Motley Fool Money

Millions, Billions, Trillions for Nvidia

Jun 21, 2024
Bill Mann and Ron Gross, senior analysts at Motley Fool, delve into Nvidia’s explosive rise in market capitalization and its impact on the S&P 500. They debate whether the market's returns are overly reliant on a few companies, including a comparison with Microsoft. Fawn Weaver, CEO of Uncle Nearest, shares the inspiring legacy of Nathan Nearest Green and the brand's growth in the whiskey industry. She also offers a refreshing cocktail recipe, adding a spirited twist to the financial discussions!
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Quick takeaways

  • Nvidia dominates AI chip market with high growth rates and profit margins, surpassing Microsoft in market cap.
  • Concentration of top companies in S&P 500 poses market structure risks and underperformance concerns for other stocks.

Deep dives

Nvidia Surpasses Microsoft in Market Cap Race

Chip Giant Nvidia briefly surpasses Microsoft in market cap, showcasing its growth dominance in the AI chip and data center markets. Despite neck-and-neck market cap figures, Nvidia exhibits higher growth rates and profit margins, demanding a premium of 47 times forward earnings.

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