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Intel narrows tech gap with TSMC but needs customer deals to boost foundry profits

10 Nov 2026, 15:45 WIB
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Intel narrows tech gap with TSMC but needs customer deals to boost foundry profits

Intel demonstrated progress with its 18A transistors and growing Xeon server CPU demand, driving strong data center revenue. However, Intel's foundry business still faces losses and lower margins compared to TSMC, which maintains high profitability despite early 2nm ramp costs. Intel is pushing advanced lithography technology ahead of TSMC but lacks scale and customer base, making signed 14A customers crucial for its competitive edge. Market skepticism is reflected in Intel's recent stock drop, while TSMC benefits from broader customer reach and steady growth. Intel's turnaround depends on securing high-volume foundry clients to match TSMC's economic scale and yield consistency.

Intel's efforts to catch up with Taiwan Semiconductor in advanced chip technology come as its stock price fell 3.30% to USD 57.41 on Pluang as of Nov 10, 2026, 21:03 WIB. Meanwhile, TSMC's shares declined slightly by 0.53% to USD 386.55, reflecting a more stable market position despite the competitive pressure. Intel's market cap stands at $315.55 billion, far below TSMC's $1.77 trillion, highlighting the scale gap in their foundry businesses.

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