StocksMediumUpdated×2Originally published 24 February 2026Updated 24 February 2026
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Nvidia Earnings Loom Tomorrow as Derivative Bets Surge Among Non-Shareholders

Key Facts

1Nvidia stock has increased by approximately 40% over the last 12 months.
2The stock currently trades at 25x the estimated earnings for FY'27.
3There is a debate among investors whether the current valuation represents a buying opportunity or an upcoming cyclical peak.

Global markets are bracing for Nvidia’s (NVDA) fourth-quarter earnings report scheduled for release tomorrow. The stock's 40% surge over the past year reflects immense AI-driven optimism, though its valuation at 25x FY2027 earnings remains a point of debate. Ahead of the release, tactical options strategies have become a primary focus for managing expected price swings. Notably, a growing number of traders are now utilizing derivatives to bet on the earnings outcome without holding any underlying equity positions. This report will be a decisive catalyst in confirming whether Nvidia’s growth trajectory can justify its current market premium. As a heavyweight in the QQQ and SOXX indices, Nvidia’s performance will likely dictate the broader appetite for risk in the tech sector.