Intel (INTC) Stock Soars 90% to 18-Month High on AI Boom, $15B Lifeline – Will the Rally Last?
Intel stock has surged 85–90% year-to-date, hitting an 18-month high near $42 after a surprise Q3 return to profit and $13.7 billion in revenue. The U.S. government, Nvidia, and SoftBank invested $15 billion in 2025, with Washington taking a 10% stake. New CEO Lip-Bu Tan is steering Intel toward AI and advanced manufacturing. Analysts warn the stock’s valuation, now ~70× forward earnings, far exceeds peers.