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Intel gains 10% after Trump says company will partner with Apple on U.S. chip design

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Why This Matters

Intel's 10% stock increase signals a significant shift in the U.S. semiconductor industry, driven by a high-profile partnership with Apple to design and manufacture chips domestically. This move highlights a broader industry push towards reshoring semiconductor manufacturing to reduce reliance on foreign supply chains, especially amid geopolitical tensions. For consumers and the tech industry, this could lead to increased chip availability, innovation, and potentially more competitive pricing in the future.

Key Takeaways

Intel 's stock rose 10% on Thursday, after President Donald Trump said the semiconductor company had agreed to a deal with Apple to design and build chips in the U.S.

"Stupid Presidents took our Economy for granted, and let Taiwan and others steal our Semiconductor Factories," Trump said in a post on Truth Social. "Apple has agreed to work with Intel to design and build its Chips in America."

Intel's stock has seen significant gains recently after struggling for years, having relinquished its dominant market position. The stock has surged 464% in the past 12 months, with the company hitting a market cap of $608.7 billion.

Intel shares were last 8.8% higher, while Apple was up 0.3% in premarket trading.

CNBC has approached Intel, Apple, the White House and the Taipei Representative Office in the U.K. for comment.