Intel vs TSMC: The High-Stakes Chip Stock Showdown of 2025 and Beyond
Intel shares have surged 45–50% in 2025, outpacing TSMC’s 13% rise, after Nvidia invested $5 billion for a 4% stake and the U.S. government took a 10% stake. Intel named Lip-Bu Tan CEO in March and is cutting costs sharply. TSMC remains the largest and most profitable chipmaker, expanding 3nm production and building new fabs in the U.S. and Germany. TSMC’s net profit margin is about 38%; Intel is posting losses.