INTC is trading at $37.47 (+3.27%) after entering high-volume manufacturing for its 18A process node, a key milestone in its foundry strategy.

  • The 18A process node milestone, achieved on December 19, 2025, is supported by anchor customers like Microsoft and Amazon.
  • This critical foundry initiative also benefits from U.S. government backing.
  • The stock's movement aligns with broader semiconductor strength, including AI-driven gains, and positive market sentiment due to cooling inflation boosting risk assets.