Why Nvidia Stock Is Tumbling Today

Source The Motley Fool

Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) shares are plunging today as investors worry that a major market for the artificial intelligence (AI) leader may be getting choked off. Nvidia has been caught in the trade battle between the U.S. and China before. But a move by the Chinese government today more directly targets Nvidia's AI chips than it had in the past.

That news drove Nvidia shares more than 5% lower this morning. As of 11:37 a.m. ET, Nvidia stock was still down by 4.7%. Global trade pressure is part of the reason shares have dropped about 8% year to date.

Start Your Mornings Smarter! Wake up with Breakfast news in your inbox every market day. Sign Up For Free »

Nvidia walks a tightrope

Concerns about Nvidia's business came from both sides today. The U.S. has announced a new trade blacklist of Chinese companies citing national security concerns. The list of more than a dozen Chinese tech companies includes major Nvidia customers. The U.S. government will now need to approve sales to companies on the list.

At the same time, Chinese regulators have reportedly been pressuring its largest technology companies from purchasing Nvidia's H20 semiconductor chips citing the need for energy efficiency improvements. The H20 was specifically designed to qualify for sale in China after the U.S. imposed sanctions that disqualified its most powerful chips.

The situation adds uncertainty for investors in a meaningful market. China was Nvidia's fourth-largest market, contributing $17.1 billion in revenue in fiscal 2025. That was 13% of its total sales.

Trust experienced leadership

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has proven his leadership abilities in navigating trade issues before. As far back as 2022, Nvidia transitioned some operations out of China due to export controls. While data center revenue in China grew last year, the company says as a percentage of its total, it remains well below levels achieved prior to the onset of export controls in late 2023.

Yet the company has thrived. Investors should feel confident it can navigate the current environment as well. Today's drop looks to be another opportunity to buy shares of the AI leader.

Don’t miss this second chance at a potentially lucrative opportunity

Ever feel like you missed the boat in buying the most successful stocks? Then you’ll want to hear this.

On rare occasions, our expert team of analysts issues a “Double Down” stock recommendation for companies that they think are about to pop. If you’re worried you’ve already missed your chance to invest, now is the best time to buy before it’s too late. And the numbers speak for themselves:

  • Nvidia: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2009, you’d have $312,980!*
  • Apple: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2008, you’d have $42,421!*
  • Netflix: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2004, you’d have $537,825!*

Right now, we’re issuing “Double Down” alerts for three incredible companies, and there may not be another chance like this anytime soon.

Continue »

*Stock Advisor returns as of March 24, 2025

Howard Smith has positions in Nvidia. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Nvidia. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

Disclaimer: For information purposes only. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
placeholder
AUD/USD: Current price action is likely the early stages of a recovery – UOB GroupAustralian Dollar (AUD) is likely to trade in a sideways range between 0.6220 and 0.6290. In the longer run, current price action is likely the early stages of a recovery phase that could potentially reach 0.6350, UOB Group’s FX analysts Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann note.
Author  FXStreet
Jan 22, Wed
Australian Dollar (AUD) is likely to trade in a sideways range between 0.6220 and 0.6290. In the longer run, current price action is likely the early stages of a recovery phase that could potentially reach 0.6350, UOB Group’s FX analysts Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann note.
placeholder
Five bullish Shiba Inu (SHIB) Price Predictions for April 2025SHIB price targets diverge as investors weigh Shibarium L3 upgrades, burn-rate surges, and altcoin market sentiment. Forecasts range from a conservative $0.000012 to a parabolic $0.00030.
Author  FXStreet
Apr 16, Wed
SHIB price targets diverge as investors weigh Shibarium L3 upgrades, burn-rate surges, and altcoin market sentiment. Forecasts range from a conservative $0.000012 to a parabolic $0.00030.
placeholder
Gold price slides back closer to $3,300 amid tariff deals optimismGold price (XAU/USD) struggles to capitalize on the previous day's bounce from the vicinity of the $3,265-3,260 pivotal support and attracts fresh sellers during the Asian session on Tuesday.
Author  FXStreet
Yesterday 07: 31
Gold price (XAU/USD) struggles to capitalize on the previous day's bounce from the vicinity of the $3,265-3,260 pivotal support and attracts fresh sellers during the Asian session on Tuesday.
placeholder
EUR/USD ticks lower despite uncertainty over US-China tradeEUR/USD edges lower to near 1.1400 during European trading hours on Tuesday. The major currency pair ticks lower as the US Dollar (USD) steadies, but remains broadly on edge amid escalating uncertainty about the trade outlook between the United States (US) and China.
Author  FXStreet
21 hours ago
EUR/USD edges lower to near 1.1400 during European trading hours on Tuesday. The major currency pair ticks lower as the US Dollar (USD) steadies, but remains broadly on edge amid escalating uncertainty about the trade outlook between the United States (US) and China.
placeholder
Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD drifts lower to near $3,310 ahead of key US data releases The Gold price (XAU/USD) extends the decline to near $3,315 during the early Asian session on Wednesday. The precious metal edges lower amid easing trade tensions and better risk sentiment in global markets.
Author  FXStreet
6 hours ago
The Gold price (XAU/USD) extends the decline to near $3,315 during the early Asian session on Wednesday. The precious metal edges lower amid easing trade tensions and better risk sentiment in global markets.
goTop
quote