Nvidia (NVDA) vs. Apple (AAPL) in 2025: YTD Performance, Market‑Cap Race, AI Catalysts, Valuations, and What to Watch Next (through Nov 7, 2025)
Nvidia shares are up about 40% year-to-date, with a market cap near $4.57 trillion as of Nov. 7, 2025. Apple is up roughly 8% YTD, hovering just under $4 trillion in value after briefly topping that mark in October. Nvidia posted record quarterly revenue and announced major AI deals in Europe and pharma. Apple reported record September quarter revenue and strong early iPhone 17 sales.