Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) and NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA) are seen as the top contenders for the title of the world's largest company by the end of 2024, according to Polymarket traders.

Apple leads with a 55% probability of holding the top spot, while NVIDIA trails at 40%.

Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT), once a dominant force, has only a 4.5% chance, and other companies have less than 1%.

With $119,473 in total betting volume on the market, the data showcases investor sentiment about the dominance of these technology giants.

Here's a closer look at the frontrunners, their industries, and current market valuations:

Apple: Leading The Pack With 55%

Apple Inc., currently the most valuable company globally, has a market capitalization exceeding $3.47 trillion.

The company's strength lies in its ecosystem of consumer products, including the iPhone, Mac, and Apple Watch, combined with a growing services segment featuring Apple Pay, Apple Music and iCloud.

Recent innovations, such as the Vision Pro headset and advancements in AI-powered features, continue to solidify Apple's position as a market leader.

Its high probability on Polymarket reflects confidence in its ability to maintain its dominance in the face of strong competition.

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NVIDIA: Gaining Ground With 40%

NVIDIA, a leader in graphics processing units (GPUs) and artificial intelligence (AI), has surged in market value amid the AI boom.

With a market cap of $3.44 trillion, NVIDIA has become a critical supplier for generative AI technologies and data center processors.

The company's revenue has skyrocketed in 2024, driven by demand for its cutting-edge chips used in AI model training and deployment.

Bettors view NVIDIA's innovative technology and increasing relevance in the AI-driven economy as a strong case for challenging Apple's top spot.

Microsoft: A Fading Contender At 4.5%

Microsoft, with a market cap of about $3.06 trillion, remains a powerhouse in enterprise software, cloud computing, and productivity tools.

Its Azure cloud platform and integration of AI tools, such as Copilot in Microsoft Office, have kept it competitive.

However, its relatively low probability on Polymarket suggests that investors view it as unlikely to overtake Apple or NVIDIA by the year's end.

Other Contenders: Less Than 1%

The "Other" category, representing all remaining global companies, has less than a 1% chance of ending 2024 as the largest, reflecting the dominance of tech giants in the global economy and the high barriers for other industries to compete at this scale.

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