Intel Stock Rebounds From 15-Year Low: Strategic Deals Help INTC

Intel’s 2025 Rollercoaster: Stability Gives Way to Sell-Off

For most of 2025, Intel (INTC) held up better than many of its Big Tech peers, managing to post year-to-date gains of around 17% with today’s surge, even as other major tech stocks are down by roughly 15-20%. The stock had been comfortably trading within a broad $18–$26 range, reflecting a 30–40% swing that hinted at both resilience and market uncertainty.

INTC Chart Daily – The Support Has Been Broken

That relative strength unraveled by Friday, as broader market weakness finally caught up with Intel. After opening with a 2.5% bearish gap on Monday, sellers p[ushed the stock price lower yesterday  sharply. By the end of  trading, INTC closed at $18.11, breaking below its recent range. This drop also took the stock to its lowest levels since 2010, highlighting mounting pressure on Intel amid ongoing sector-wide weakness. However, today bullish reversal brought the price back above the support and sent INTC shares above $21, closing the day with a 19% gain at $21.53.

Market Share Battles and Product Delays Weigh on Sentiment

Intel continues to face stiff competition from rivals like AMD and NVIDIA, who are steadily gaining ground in key segments of the chip market. While Intel still boasts a sizable market cap and remains a vital part of the tech ecosystem, analysts have grown increasingly concerned about delays in its chip development roadmap. Repeated setbacks in releasing new-generation semiconductors have cast doubt on the company’s ability to retain its leadership.

TSMC Partnership: A Potential Game-Changer?

Some optimism resurfaced late last week after news re-emerged regarding a potential strategic partnership with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). The deal would reportedly involve TSMC owning a 20% stake in a new semiconductor venture, with the rest held by Intel and other U.S. chip firms. If finalized, this move could help Intel modernize its manufacturing base and better compete with global leaders in chip production.

Looking Ahead: A Recovery Hinges on Execution

Despite its current challenges, Intel remains a key player in the tech industry. Its ongoing investment in research and development, combined with potentially transformative alliances, could help the company rebound. Much will depend on the successful execution of its next-gen chip lineup and the terms of any TSMC joint venture.

For now, however, the stock’s break below a long-standing support range suggests that investor confidence has taken a significant hit. Any near-term recovery may hinge on fresh product announcements or more clarity around strategic partnerships. Until then, INTC remains under pressure, reflecting both sector-wide volatility and company-specific headwinds.