Overview

• Nvidia is set to release its fourth-quarter earnings after the market closes, with analysts expecting a 72% revenue increase to $38.04 billion and EPS of $0.84.
• The company’s dominance in AI chips faces challenges from Chinese AI startup DeepSeek, which has developed a cost-efficient AI model that reduces reliance on Nvidia's high-end GPUs.
• Concerns have emerged over slowed AI infrastructure spending by major customers like Microsoft, despite the tech giant reaffirming plans to invest $80 billion in 2025.
• Nvidia’s ability to address supply chain issues, particularly with its Blackwell processor line, and provide strong forward guidance will be key to investor confidence.
• Export restrictions to China and heightened competition from rivals like AMD and Broadcom add to uncertainties surrounding Nvidia's long-term growth trajectory.