Nvidia, a dominant player in the AI chip market, recently announced a stock split to bring down the price of its shares, making it more accessible to a wider range of investors. Historical data suggests that companies that undergo stock splits tend to outperform the market in the 12 months following the split. While Nvidia's past stock splits showed initial declines followed by significant gains in the months after, its current focus on the high-growth AI sector may lead to a stronger post-split rally. The company's record revenue and promising product launches suggest that it has the potential for significant growth in the second half of the year. This indicates that while stock splits themselves are not direct catalysts for performance, Nvidia's strong fundamentals and market position position it well for long-term success.