The Nasdaq dropped nearly 290 points (1.3%) by around noon Tuesday, as shares of Nvidia (2%), Intel (7%), Palantir (5%), AMD (2%) and Broadcom led a broader tech selloff. Other firms, including Micron (5%), Tesla (3%), Amazon (2.1%), Apple (1.6%) and Microsoft (0.8%) also declined.
Intel Corp (NASDAQ:INTC, ETR:INL) is in discussions with several large investors to raise fresh capital through a discounted equity infusion, according to a CNBC report citing people familiar with the matter. The talks follow a $2 billion investment from Japan's SoftBank, which purchased shares at $23 each, slightly below the company's recent closing price of $23.66.
Intel is in talks with other large investors to get an equity infusion at a discounted price, sources told CNBC's David Faber. It comes after SoftBank announced it would invest $2 billion in the struggling chipmaker.
The Nasdaq Composite had its second-biggest decline since April on Tuesday.
Key Points in This Article: President Trump's 10% Intel stake uses CHIPS Act funds, potentially making the government its largest shareholder.
A series of jumps in Intel Corporation's NASDAQ: INTC stock price during the middle of August has sent shares of the tech sector giant above the $25 mark on massive trading volume. This multiday rally was the market's recognition of a fundamental transformation in the company's investment story.
TSMC is a clear leader in advanced chip manufacturing, benefiting from AI-driven demand and strong client relationships, in my opinion, justifying its premium valuation. TSMC's global expansion and U.S. investments help mitigate geopolitical risks, positioning it well for long-term growth despite tariff uncertainties. Intel is getting a lot of spotlight attention over new investments and interest from Trump, but I don't see their business competing with that of TSMC anytime soon.
Intel's shares fell more than 1% to $25.02 in early trading Wednesday after surging nearly 7% on Tuesday. Shares of AMD, which fell more than 5.4% on Tuesday, were down 1.4% more in the premarket.
Intel stock (NASDAQ: INTC) surged nearly 7% on Tuesday after reports that the Trump administration could take a 10% stake in the company by converting CHIPS Act grants into equity. Moreover, Japan's SoftBank also revealed a $2 billion investment it had made betting on Intel's revival.
Intel remains a Buy, with 10–25% upside, driven by turnaround potential and low market expectations. Government backing, SoftBank's $2B investment, and asset sales reduce downside risk and support Intel's strategic repositioning. Key risks include execution delays, foundry losses, and financial strain, but Intel's cash and incentives provide a buffer.
Intel looks to be set to get the U.S. government as a shareholder. The Trump administration could pursue equity stakes in other companies including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
Jefferies Asia's Atul Goyal argues SoftBank's tiny Intel stake limits exposure, while potential U.S. government backing could turn Masa's Intel bet into an advantage. For Intel, still struggling with its turnaround, the investment offers a rare vote of confidence and valuable time.