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18 May 2026, 11:50 UTC · 3d ago
Intel stock just $8 billion away from overtaking Oracle in market cap
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18 May 2026, 11:50 UTC · 3d ago
Source · https://finbold.com/intel-stock-just-8-billion-away-from-overtaking-oracle-in-market-cap/
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Intel has reportedly entered a preliminary chip-making agreement with Apple to expand U.S.-based manufacturing. — A partnership with Apple would provide Intel with a massive, high-profile customer and fundamentally shift the competitive landscape against TSMC.
+0.80Intel's AI-related businesses now account for nearly 60% of total revenue, growing at a 40% annual rate. — This confirms a successful strategic pivot toward AI, making the stock more attractive to growth investors and justifying a higher valuation multiple.
+0.60Intel's advanced 18A process node is progressing ahead of schedule with improving yields. — Technical execution on the 18A node is critical for Intel's ability to compete with TSMC and Samsung in the leading-edge foundry market.
+0.50Intel's first-quarter 2026 revenue reached $13.6 billion, beating guidance by approximately $1.4 billion. — Strong financial outperformance indicates a recovery in operational health and provides short-term bullish momentum.
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The company is experiencing a dramatic resurgence with a 200% YTD rally, strong Q1 earnings, and progress on its 18A process node.
Potential chip-making agreement with Intel is seen as a positive step to reduce reliance on TSMC.
The company is losing its lead in market capitalization to Intel.
Mentioned as expanding AI infrastructure collaborations with Intel.