Intel Shares Surge to Record High on Foundry Turnaround Bets
Intel Corp. shares soared 12% to a record high Thursday as investors bet on the chipmaker's foundry division gaining traction in advanced semiconductor manufacturing. The rally reflects growing confidence that Intel could become a key player in AI chip production, with reports suggesting Google and Apple are evaluating its packaging technologies.
Market optimism contrasts with the division's ongoing losses, raising questions about whether valuations have outpaced actual contract wins. Analysts note the stock's breakout signals a broader repositioning—from legacy CPU supplier to potential foundry backbone for the AI era.