Why Nvidia’s longer-term future return is not worth the risk — even if it continues to be a phenomenally profitable company. Nvidia Corp.’s market performance over the past six months is a good illustration of the difference between a good company and a good stock.

U.S. equity futures moved higher in early Thursday trading, supported by solid earnings from Nvidia but tamed by uncertainties tied to tariff threats from the Trump administration that continue to linger over global markets.

Nvidia stock is bouncing back from its latest slide, but the move higher today could reshape how the market reacts to tonight’s earnings report. With Nvidia up 4.7% today, the stock is leading a broader market rally.