Nvidia investors will be watching for any clues on how the DeepSeek surprise is reshaping the AI chip giant's trajectory when it reports earnings Wednesday afternoon. Why it matters: China-based DeepSeek's new AI model turned heads earlier this year with its stunning efficiency,

The world's second most valuable company has been the top beneficiary of an AI-driven spending spree by big technology companies over the past two years.

The report raised fears about the sustainability of AI infrastructure growth. That could mean less demand for Nvidia’s chips. TD Cowen’s Michael Elias said his team’s finding points to “a potential oversupply position” for Microsoft. Shares of Nvidia fell 4% on Friday.