How NVIDIA Makes Most of Its Money -- and Why the Mix Is Changing Rapidly

NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) stock is one-upping an '80s hit tune: Rather than raining mere men, it's raining money. The graphics-chip specialist's stock has returned 52.9% in 2017 through July 12, continuing its winning streak from last year, when it returned 227%.

This performance has naturally increased investor attention. Before considering investing in any company, one of the first things you should know is exactly how it makes its money. So let's look at how NVIDIA brings in the green.

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