The U.S. government's 10% stake in Intel, bought in 2025 at around $20.47 per share, has surged to about $121.09, delivering roughly a 5x return. This success is influencing Washington's industrial policy, with officials suggesting equity stakes in key companies can benefit taxpayers beyond tax credits and grants. Defense officials argue that public ownership adds accountability and aligns with national security goals. Companies like NVIDIA, AMD, and Micron are potential next targets for government investment due to their strategic roles in technology and AI. This approach signals a shift toward using equity, debt, and procurement commitments as tools to support critical industries.
Intel stock rose 3% to $121 following Bernstein's increase of its price target from $65 to $100, though the firm maintained a neutral Market Perform rating. Despite the target hike, the new price target remains below Intel's current trading price of ...
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan spoke with T. Rowe Price's Eric Veiel about how AI is transforming semiconductor demand and the tech industry's future. They covered Intel's strategy to compete through advanced chips, foundry services, and rebuilding customer tr...
NVIDIA, once the dominant AI chip stock, has seen its 2026 gains outpaced by the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH), which includes a broader range of chipmakers like Taiwan Semiconductor, Micron, AMD, and Intel. While NVIDIA's data center revenue and ne...
Intel announced that its 18A-P process node has entered risk production, indicating the chip manufacturing process is mature enough for initial production. This milestone is crucial for Intel's financial turnaround as it aims to attract external manu...
Intel has begun risk production of its most advanced chip node, 18A-P, marking a key step toward becoming a competitive manufacturer for other companies. The 18A-P chip offers 9% better performance or 18% lower power use than its predecessor and is m...
