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StocksMedium•18 February 2026•

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SoftBank Group Exits Nvidia Position with $5 Billion Stake Sale

SoftBank Group has completely liquidated its position in semiconductor giant Nvidia (NVDA) during the fourth quarter of 2025. The sale involved shares valued at more than $5 billion, marking a significant shift in the Japanese conglomerate's investment strategy. This move is part of a broader realignment of SoftBank’s technology portfolio, which is estimated to exceed $15 billion in total value. Market analysts view this massive exit as a potential signal that high-profile investors may perceive a valuation peak in the AI-driven semiconductor sector. Consequently, the liquidation could exert downward pressure on NVDA shares and broader tech indices such as the SOXX and QQQ. SoftBank's decision highlights a strategic pivot as the group reevaluates its exposure to the volatile chipmaking industry.