Microsoft Back On Top, Dethrones Apple As World's Most Valuable Company
Portfolio Pulse from Chris Katje
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) has surpassed Apple Inc (AAPL) to become the world's most valuable public company, with a market capitalization of $2.86 trillion. Microsoft's growth has been fueled by its investments in artificial intelligence and strong earnings, with a 13% revenue increase year-over-year in Q1. Apple, now valued at $2.85 trillion, has seen its shares struggle recently due to concerns over iPhone 15 demand and potential issues in China. NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) also reached a $1 trillion market cap, driven by its AI sector performance.
January 11, 2024 | 3:35 pm
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Apple's market cap has fallen to $2.85 trillion, losing its top spot to Microsoft amid concerns over iPhone 15 demand and potential issues in China.
Apple's recent stock performance has been hampered by concerns over its next iPhone release and its exposure to the Chinese market, which could negatively affect its stock price in the short term.
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Microsoft's market cap has reached $2.86 trillion, overtaking Apple due to its AI investments and strong earnings, with shares hitting new 52-week highs.
Microsoft's recent growth and advancements in AI, along with positive earnings, have significantly contributed to its increased market valuation, likely leading to a positive short-term impact on its stock price.
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NVIDIA Corporation has joined the $1 trillion market cap club, propelled by its strong performance in the artificial intelligence sector.
NVIDIA's entry into the $1 trillion market cap club is a testament to its strength in the AI sector, which is likely to have a positive short-term impact on its stock price.
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