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Nvidia's shares plunge as US tech giant's board reportedly weighs ousting CEO Jensen Huang

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12 November 2026

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Semiconductors

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United States

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Fusion42 · 12 November 2026 · Fusion42 review

Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang admitted to extramarital affairs prompting speculation that the board may oust him, causing Nvidia's shares to plunge. Meanwhile, rival AMD's shares rose sharply as investors shifted towards a more stable alternative in AI chipmaking.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Semiconductors, and 11 sources have reported it between 9 Nov 2026 and 12 Nov 2026.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Your business risks volatility from leadership failures in key AI chipmakers. Nvidia's troubles now open a window for AMD to capture customers unsettled by uncertainty at Nvidia.

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11 sources · first reported 9 Nov 2026 · latest 12 Nov 2026

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