Arm approached Intel about potentially buying the chipmaker's product division, only to be told that the business isn't for sale, according to a source, who points out that Arm didn't express interest in Intel's manufacturing operations. Bloomberg Intelligence senior analyst Mandeep Singh joins Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow on "Bloomberg Technology.
Intel stock is down during one of the best times for the semiconductor market.
Intel launched its new Granite Rapids server CPUs this week. Granite Rapids moves to the Intel 3 process and sports as many as 128 cores.
British microchip designer Arm Holdings PLC (NASDAQ:ARM) has made a failed bid for ailing Intel Corp (NASDAQ:INTC, ETR:INL)'s product division, according to a Bloomberg report citing “a person with direct knowledge of the matter”. Arm, which is majority owned by Japanese conglomerate SoftBank, was reportedly told that the business is not up for sale.
Intel and the U.S. government are on track to finalise $8.5 billion in direct funding for the chipmaker before the end of the year, the Financial Times reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the discussions.
Arm Holdings approached Intel about potentially acquiring the company's product division but was told that the business is not for sale, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday.
In the most recent trading session, Intel (INTC) closed at $23.92, indicating a +1.61% shift from the previous trading day.
Despite recent setbacks, I remain optimistic about Intel's long-term goals, including cost reductions, manufacturing capacity increases, and strategic partnerships like the AWS AI chip deal. Intel's Q2 FY2024 results were disappointing, with revenue and margins falling short, but the company's aggressive transformation strategy could yield significant future value. A potential breakup of Intel could unlock substantial shareholder value, with individual segments possibly worth more than the current market cap.
Qualcomm Inc (NASDAQ: QCOM) is reportedly interested in taking over Intel Corp (NASDAQ: INTC) to potentially strengthen its footprint in servers and the PC market. But the AI darling Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ: NVDA) could be a better suitor for the once-dominant chipmaker that's lost more than 60% in 2024.
Intel's struggles continue with disappointing earnings, layoffs, and suspended dividends, but potential for recovery exists through foundry development and strategic asset sales. Cost cuts and potential segment sales, including interest from Qualcomm and Apollo Global Management, could drive Intel's turnaround and valuation increase. Intel's future hinges on foundry success, AI and datacenter growth, and overcoming delays and market risks, with a potential share price reaching $25.50-$29.70 before the end of 2024.
The company could receive a shot in the arm from an outside investor.
Micron reported a double beat and provided some positive forward-looking guidance.