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Apple closes in on Nvidia in race for world's most valuable company
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Apple closes in on Nvidia in race for world's most valuable company

From Dawn · () English

Summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • Apple is nearing Nvidia's valuation, potentially becoming the world's most valuable company.
  • Investors are broadening their focus beyond AI beneficiaries, recognizing Apple's AI monetization potential through its ecosystem and hardware.
  • Apple's efforts to enhance Siri and leverage personal data for AI could shape CEO Tim Cook's legacy.

Apple is on the verge of surpassing Nvidia to become the world's most valuable company, a significant shift in the tech landscape. The tech giant's shares have risen, bringing its valuation close to Nvidia's, which has held the top spot for nearly a year.

Apple was seen as a laggard in the AI race because it wasn’t spending to develop models, but now sentiment has changed.

— Toni MeadowsHead of investment at BRI Wealth Management, commenting on the shift in investor sentiment towards Apple.

This development reflects a broader investor sentiment shift. While Nvidia has been the primary beneficiary of the AI boom, investors are now looking beyond direct AI players. Apple, previously seen as lagging in AI development, is now recognized for its potential to monetize AI through its established services, ecosystem, and hardware upgrades. Analysts note Apple's lower capital expenditure intensity compared to chipmakers and its strong position to profit from AI.

Apple's recent overhaul of Siri and its vast trove of personal user data are seen as key assets in the AI race. The challenge lies in unlocking this data's value while maintaining user privacy. The potential to make Siri more capable and useful by leveraging this data could be a game-changer. This race to integrate AI effectively could define the final months of CEO Tim Cook's tenure before he hands over to John Ternus in September.

Apple is less exposed to capex intensity and better positioned to monetise AI via services, ecosystem lock-in, and hardware upgrades.

— Toni MeadowsHead of investment at BRI Wealth Management, explaining Apple's advantages in the AI race.

Even if Apple overtakes Nvidia, it may not signify a permanent change in their standing. Nvidia's graphics processors remain crucial for generative AI, and the company could regain its top position. However, the competition highlights Apple's strategic moves to solidify its place among AI leaders. The outcome could also influence how Apple's pricing strategies, which aim to offset rising costs, impact consumer demand.

I don’t see any meaningful distinction should Nvidia lose its crown. It’s likely to be a significant participant in whatever happens going forward.

— Benjamin HallVice president, alpha research at Segal Marco Advisors, on Nvidia's future role regardless of its market valuation.
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Originally published by Dawn. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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