Nvidia stock pops before the open as TSMC outlook lifts AI chips, while China risk hangs over NVDA
New York, January 16, 2026, 09:26 (EST) — Premarket Nvidia shares climbed roughly 2% in premarket action on Friday, reflecting gains seen across the semiconductor sector. As of 9:10 a.m. EST, the stock traded 2.1% higher at $187.05. TSMC, Nvidia’s main foundry partner, just released a fresh update. The chip giant reported a 35% jump in fourth-quarter profit, hitting a…