Nvidia Stock News - August 27, 2025

Market Open and Futures U.S. stock index futures held near flat ahead of Nvidia’s highly anticipated second-quarter earnings release after today’s closing bell. At 10:10 a.m. ET, E-mini S&P 500 futures were up 0.04%, while Nasdaq 100 E-minis rose 0.03%-a muted reaction as investors awaited fresh guidance from the AI chip leader.

European Market Reaction European equities traded lower in early session, reversing modest gains as chipmaker results loomed. The STOXX 600 slipped 0.2% with semiconductor peers Broadcom and AMD underperforming, reflecting broader caution among global tech investors.

Pre-Earnings Stock Movement Nvidia shares in pre-market trading hovered around $179.50, little changed from Tuesday’s close of $179.81, leaving the stock up roughly 34% year-to-date. Year-to-year gains remain near 44%, underscoring the resilience of Nvidia’s rally amid AI demand.

Options Market Positioning Options traders are bracing for potential volatility: U.S. options data imply Nvidia’s market capitalization could swing by approximately $260 billion-about a 6% implied post-earnings move, slightly below its historical average. Implied volatility suggests a 6.5% to 7.5% price range in the hours following the report.

Key Focus Areas for Investors

  1. Data Center Revenue: Wall Street expects Q2 data center sales of roughly $41.2 billion, up from $26.2 billion year-over-year, driven by strong GB200 and Blackwell Ultra demand.
  2. China Sales and Export Controls: Guidance on revenue contributions from China-now subject to a 15% export fee-will be scrutinized for clarity on future growth in that market.
  3. Full-Year Outlook: Analysts anticipate Nvidia may raise its full-year forecast, buoyed by the chipmaker’s momentum in AI infrastructure and renewed China chip sales license.

Analyst Commentary

  • Evercore ISI forecasts rack shipments climbing as manufacturing yield for GB200 approaches 85%, potentially lifting Grace Blackwell shipments to 30,000 units this year.
  • Bank of America’s “whisper” estimates peek near $47 billion in revenue and $1.06 EPS, reflecting bullish expectations for another beat-and-raise quarter.

What’s Next Investors will tune in to Nvidia’s earnings call at 4:15 p.m. ET for detailed management commentary on AI supply chain dynamics, chip rollouts, and outlook for consumer and industrial AI applications. The report will not only gauge Nvidia’s standalone performance but also serve as a barometer for the broader AI-driven market rally.