Intel Stock Surges Amid White House Stake Speculation
Intel shares soared 24.1% this week following a high-profile meeting between CEO Lip-Bu Tan and former President Donald Trump. Market observers attribute the rally to rumors of a potential WHITE House investment in the chipmaker, contingent upon reviving abandoned Ohio manufacturing plans.
The semiconductor giant retains strategic importance despite losing AI ground to competitors. Its domestic fabrication capabilities align with bipartisan priorities for maintaining U.S. semiconductor capacity. While Intel's AI roadmap remains uncertain, its geopolitical significance continues to drive investor interest.