NVIDIA is back in the spotlight. Not only is its stock hitting new highs, but CEO Jensen Huang has just kicked off a huge stock sale. This move comes amid a powerful market rally, strong earnings, and ongoing challenges in key international markets. Let’s break down what’s happening and why it matters for both retail and institutional investors.
NVIDIA Stock Hits New Heights Despite Trade Headwinds
NVIDIA stock is once again on a hot streak. After struggling earlier in the year due to U.S. export bans and rising competition from China, the company has rebounded sharply. On Tuesday, shares jumped over 2%, trading above $147—a level not seen since its all-time high in January. The rally puts NVIDIA within striking distance of its record close of $149.43. This comeback followed a strong earnings report in late May that beat expectations. Since then, the stock has jumped more than 9%, far outpacing the S&P 500’s gains over the same period.
Huang Offloads Shares as Part of $873 Million Stock Plan
CEO Jensen Huang sold 100,000 shares last week, worth nearly $15 million. This marks the first transaction in a plan that allows him to sell up to 6 million shares by year-end. If fully executed at current prices, that would be worth around $873 million. Huang is using a 10b5-1 trading plan, which is common among executives. It allows scheduled sales to avoid market panic. Huang’s next planned sale—another 50,000 shares—is already filed. But even with these sales, he remains deeply invested in the company.
NVIDIA Keeps Building Despite Global Setbacks
NVIDIA continues to lead the AI chip race. Its GPUs are powering nearly every major AI system today. The launch of ChatGPT in late 2022 was a turning point. Since then, NVIDIA’s stock has surged over 800%. The company has released two new generations of AI chips and struck major deals with countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Challenges remain, especially in China, where bans on chip exports and new rivals like Huawei pose threats. But so far, NVIDIA has kept pushing forward.
Huang and Insiders Still Hold Strong Positions in NVIDIA
Jensen Huang isn’t the only insider selling. NVIDIA board director Mark Stevens also sold over 600,000 shares for $88 million. Unlike Huang, Stevens isn’t using a structured plan. He has filed to sell up to 4 million shares and already sold half. Despite this, both men still own large positions. Huang holds over 800 million shares and remains the largest shareholder. With a $126 billion fortune mostly in NVIDIA stock, his confidence in the company seems unchanged. That’s reassuring for long-term investors watching insider moves closely.
Outlook for NVIDIA Stock Remains Strong
NVIDIA stock has shown remarkable strength. Its products remain vital to the AI revolution, and recent deals and earnings suggest more growth ahead. Yes, insider sales can make headlines—but they don’t always signal trouble. Huang’s planned sales are transparent and spread out. With strong demand, a dominant market position, and visionary leadership, NVIDIA’s future looks promising. Investors should keep watching for global risks, but the stock’s momentum and story are far from over.