Intel Stock (INTC) Weekend Update: Market Closed as Foundry Execution, AI Partnerships, and 2026 Analyst Targets Take Center Stage
Intel shares closed Friday near $36.20, capping a strong 2025 rally before U.S. markets paused for the weekend. CEO Lip-Bu Tan called 2025 a “defining year” in year-end remarks, stressing execution and cultural change. Intel Foundry unveiled a new multi-chiplet packaging concept, highlighting ambitions in advanced manufacturing. Investors remain focused on whether Intel can deliver consistent results and win major foundry customers.