Nvidia Stock Rises on Trump’s Middle East AI Chip Deal and China Expansion Plans
Nvidia shares gained 0.7% to $135.77 following President Trump’s announcement of a potential deal allowing UAE purchases of advanced American AI chips. This marks the second geopolitical boost for the chipmaker this week, coming days after US-China tariff reductions drove a 16% stock surge.
The company is simultaneously advancing its China strategy with plans for a Shanghai research center focused on local customer needs. While maintaining offshore chip design to comply with export controls, Nvidia aims to expand its $17 billion Chinese revenue to $50 billion within years.