On October 15, 2025, Intel showcased its next-generation Xeon 6+ processor (code-named Clearwater Forest) at its Tech Tour in Arizona, marking the company's first 18A-based server processor expected to launch in the first half of 2026. The processor features up to 288 E-cores with 17% more Instructions Per Cycle over the prior generation, targeting hyperscale data centers and cloud providers with significant improvements in density, throughput, and power efficiency. Intel's stock closed at $37.15, up 4.27% on October 15, 2025, following negative momentum from October 14 when it dropped 4.27%. The positive movement appears to reflect optimism around Intel's technological roadmap and competitive positioning in the data center market, particularly as the company continues its recovery efforts amid ongoing restructuring that has included significant layoffs throughout 2025.