Nvidia Raises $25 Billion in Bonds as AI Debt Boom Accelerates

Nvidia sold $25 billion in bonds on June 16, raising more than its initial $20 billion target after attracting $85 billion in orders. The chipmaker’s first debt sale since 2021 marks the latest move by tech giants to borrow heavily for AI infrastructure. The company plans to use proceeds for debt refinancing and general corporate purposes, including shareholder returns.

Record Demand Pushes Deal Above Target

Nvidia’s bond sale attracted about $85 billion in orders at its peak, more than three times the final $25 billion offering. The company initially targeted $20 billion but boosted the deal after seeing strong investor appetite. The bonds were issued in seven tranches with maturities ranging from two to 30 years.

Nvidia’s Debt Expansion Reflects AI Growth

Nvidia currently holds $7.5 billion in long-term debt and $1 billion in short-term debt. In 2021, the company raised just $5 billion when it was much smaller, generating $27 billion in annual revenue. Today, Nvidia generates $216 billion in fiscal 2026 revenue and produced $49 billion in free cash flow last quarter, up from $35 billion a year earlier.

Tech Giants Race to Fund AI Infrastructure

Nvidia joins a wave of massive debt issuances from tech heavyweights. Alphabet raised $55 billion in debt since November and announced $85 billion in equity offerings. Amazon raised $54 billion in debt earlier this year and plans another $10 billion Canadian debt sale. Super Micro announced $7 billion in equity financing to cover hardware costs.

Stock Gains and Shareholder Returns

Nvidia shares rose 3.5% on the day of the announcement and are up 14% year-to-date. The company announced an aggressive capital return program in May, raising its dividend to 25 cents per share and committing to $80 billion in share buybacks. Management plans to return roughly 50% of free cash flow to shareholders this year.

Final Thoughts

Nvidia’s $25 billion bond sale signals strong investor confidence in the AI boom despite rising corporate debt levels. With the stock up 14% this year and massive cash generation, the company has room to service new debt while returning capital to shareholders.

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