US chip stocks gain after Apple-Intel partnership
Shares of Intel, Advanced Micro Devices, Qualcomm, and Corning rose Tuesday as investors reacted to new deal announcements. Intel is expanding its enterprise AI footprint through a partnership with ASUS for cloud and industrial edge solutions. Additionally, the Linux Foundation has adopted the TRACE open specification for secure AI workloads, a framework Intel helped develop. This rally follows a period of significant investment in the sector, including a previous multi-billion dollar position taken by Nvidia in Intel and record revenues for memory chip makers in August 2026.
What changed
AI infrastructure stocks including Intel and AMD rallied Tuesday following deal announcements from Qualcomm and Corning.
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AI Infrastructure Stocks Rally Following Qualcomm and Corning Deals
Shares of Intel, Advanced Micro Devices, Qualcomm, and Corning rose Tuesday as investors reacted to new deal announcements. Intel is expanding its enterprise AI footprint through a partnership with ASUS for cloud and industrial edge solutions. Additionally, the Linux Foundation has adopted the TRACE open specification for secure AI workloads, a framework Intel helped develop. This rally follows a period of significant investment in the sector, including a previous multi-billion dollar position taken by Nvidia in Intel and record revenues for memory chip makers in August 2026.
Why it matters
The semiconductor industry is shifting toward specialized AI infrastructure and secure execution environments. Intel's involvement in the TRACE specification aims to standardize verifiable AI workloads across data centers. This occurs as the broader market evaluates valuation gaps between specialized AI cloud providers.
What is confirmed
- Shares of Qualcomm, Corning, Intel, and Advanced Micro Devices rose on Tuesday.
- ASUS expanded its AI infrastructure ecosystem using Intel technologies for industrial edge and cloud solutions.
- Intel contributed to the TRACE open specification for trusted AI execution adopted by the Linux Foundation.
Still unconfirmed
- Blue Origin hired 47 Amazon satellite engineers for its TeraWave network.
What to watch next
- Financial results from the Qualcomm and Corning deals that triggered the Tuesday rally
- Further adoption of the TRACE open specification by other enterprise AI providers
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Nvidia investment in Intel grows to $30 billion paper gain
Nvidia's $5 billion investment in Intel reached a $30 billion paper value by June. The collaboration began with an announcement on September 18, 2025, and concluded with Nvidia purchasing 214,776,632 Intel shares at $23.28 each on December 26, 2025. This activity coincides with a broader semiconductor rally. In August 2026, memory chip makers Nanya Technology and Elite Semiconductor Microelectronics Technology both reported record consolidated revenue driven by higher contract prices. Internationally, AI investment enthusiasm pushed Japan's Nikkei 225 index up 1.26%, led by SoftBank.
Why it matters
The partnership between Nvidia and Intel represents a strategic alignment of two chip giants during a period of massive AI infrastructure expansion. This follows a trend of record revenues for memory chip manufacturers and increased tech stock volatility in Asian markets.
What is confirmed
- Nvidia purchased 214,776,632 Intel shares at $23.28 each for $5 billion on December 26, 2025.
- Nanya Technology and Elite Semiconductor Microelectronics Technology reported record consolidated revenue for August 2026.
- Japan's Nikkei 225 index rose 1.26% amid AI investment enthusiasm.
Still unconfirmed
- Nvidia's Intel investment was worth $30 billion by June.
What to watch next
- Updated SEC filings regarding Nvidia's current Intel shareholdings
- Quarterly revenue reports for Nanya and ESMT to see if August records persist
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Chip stocks lead market gains as Nvidia beats Q2 expectations
US chip stocks drove broad market gains as Nvidia shares jumped 9% following a 138% increase in AI chip revenue. This growth added $440B in market value and led Nvidia to project 70% sales growth. The broader market responded positively, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising 0.30% to 53,577.40, the Nasdaq Composite Index gaining 0.66% to 26,151.30, and the S&P 500 Index climbing 0.32% to 7,677.28. AMD also saw gains of 4.91% as Treasury yields fell for a second straight day.
Why it matters
The sector rally follows a partnership between Apple and Intel for domestic chip design and manufacturing. Intel's 18A/18A-P process has entered risk production. Current market momentum is tied to AI adoption and upcoming economic data.
What is confirmed
- Nvidia shares increased 9% after AI chip revenue grew 138%.
- Nvidia's growth added $440B in market value.
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.30% to 53,577.40.
- The Nasdaq Composite Index gained 0.66% to 26,151.30.
- The S&P 500 Index climbed 0.32% to 7,677.28.
- AMD shares gained 4.91%.
Still unconfirmed
- Nvidia projects 70% sales growth.
- The CEO of Nvidia described current AI adoption as an inflection point.
What to watch next
- Release of July PCE data
- Further updates on Intel 18A risk production progress
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US chip stocks gain after Apple-Intel partnership
Intel shares surged following President Trump's announcement of Apple partnering with Intel for domestic chip design and manufacturing. The 18A/18A-P advanced chip process has entered risk production, pushing Intel stock near $140. Investors are reacting to these developments.
What's confirmed:
- Intel shares have surged following an announcement by President Trump that Apple will partner with the company for domestic chip design and manufacturing.
- The 18A/18A-P advanced chip process has entered risk production.
- Intel stock is near $140.
- Intel's Q2 performance beat expectations and AI demand is strong.
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Intel Stock Rallies Following Apple Partnership and Process Milestones
Intel shares have surged following an announcement by President Trump that Apple will partner with the company for domestic chip design and manufacturing. Investors are also reacting to the 18A/18A-P advanced chip process entering risk production. These developments have pushed Intel stock near $140.
What's confirmed:
- President Trump announced that Apple will work with Intel to design and manufacture chips in the U.S.
- Intel's 18A/18A-P advanced chip process has entered risk production.
Still unconfirmed:
- Intel stock has experienced a 250% rally and is trading near $140.
- Intel stock could move higher toward $160.
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Apple and Intel Partner for U.S. Chip Production
Apple and Intel will design and manufacture chips within the United States to diversify supply chains. Intel shares rose over 10% following the announcement. The deal establishes Apple as Intel's largest foundry customer.
What's confirmed:
- Apple and Intel agreed to design and manufacture chips in the United States.
- Intel stock closed up 10.64% at $133.99.
- Mizuho raised its Intel price target to $135.
- Donald Trump announced the partnership via Truth Social.
Still unconfirmed:
- Apple will raise prices across much of its product lineup due to chip costs.
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US chip stocks rise on Apple-Intel domestic production deal
President Trump announced a partnership between Apple and Intel to design and manufacture chips in the United States. Intel shares surged following the news. The US government holds a stake in the chipmaker.
What's confirmed:
- Apple and Intel will collaborate on chip design and production in the United States.
- Intel shares rose after the partnership announcement.
Still unconfirmed:
- The US government's 10% stake in Intel is worth $60 billion.
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Intel Shares Rise After Trump Announces Apple Partnership
President Trump announced on June 18 that Apple and Intel will collaborate to design and build chips in the United States. Intel stock rose between 6% and 10.5% following the news. TSMC will remain Apple's primary supplier.
What's confirmed:
- President Trump announced on June 18, 2026, that Apple and Intel will partner to design and produce chips in the U.S.
- Intel stock increased following the announcement, with reported gains ranging from nearly 6% to 10.5%.
- TSMC will continue as Apple's main supplier.
Still unconfirmed:
- Apple will use the Intel 18A-P process for lower-end chips only starting in 2027.
- Neither Apple nor Intel has formally confirmed the deal.
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Intel Shares Surge Following Apple Domestic Chip Deal
President Trump announced on Truth Social that Apple and Intel will partner for chip design and manufacturing in the United States. Intel shares rose over 9% in pre-market trading after the news. The agreement focuses on domestic operations.
What's confirmed:
- President Trump announced on Truth Social that Apple and Intel reached a partnership to design and manufacture chips domestically in the United States.
- Intel shares surged over 9% in pre-market trading following the announcement.
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US Chip Stocks Rise Following Trump Announcement of Apple-Intel Partnership
President Trump announced that Apple will partner with Intel to design and manufacture chips within the United States. Intel shares surged following the news, and broader US semiconductor stocks gained. Tim Cook stated that iPhone prices will increase.
What's confirmed:
- President Trump stated Apple will partner with Intel for chip design and production in the US.
- Intel shares rose after the announcement.
- US semiconductor stocks climbed in premarket trading on Thursday.
- Tim Cook said iPhone prices will rise.
Still unconfirmed:
- Intel shares surged 10.67% to $134.02 from a previous close of $121.10.
- Intel stock reached around $133 in early trading.
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