Apple reclaims title of world’s most valuable company, overtakes Nvidia

Apple has overtaken Nvidia to become the world’s most valuable company again, marking a reshuffle at the top of global tech rankings as investors reassess the outlook for artificial intelligence.

On Friday, July 17, 2026, Apple’s market value stood at $4.88 trillion as its shares held steady. Nvidia, which had led the rankings in recent months on the back of the AI boom, slipped to roughly $4.86 trillion following a 3.5% decline in its stock.

The shift highlights renewed investor confidence in Apple amid a broader re-evaluation of AI-driven valuations across the tech sector.

With the change, Apple once again sits at the top of the list of the world’s most valuable companies.