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Intel is getting a $2 billion lifeline from SoftBank and could get more from the Trump administration. But that might not be enough to save the ailing chipmaker.
Intel’s stock surges on SoftBank investment and potential U.S. government stake. Here’s why the rally could crumble. While an investment from SoftBank Group Corp. and rumors of a U.S. government stake sent Intel’s stock soaring Tuesday, Wall Street remains skeptical that throwing money at the chip maker will usher in a real turnaround.
Shares in the chip maker rose following news of SoftBank’s planned investment and a possible stake for the U.S. government.
Intel ( INTC) stock climbed more than 5% in pre-market trading Tuesday following the announcement that SoftBank Group ( SFTBY) will take a $2 billion stake in the ailing chip giant.
SoftBank Group Corp. agreed to buy $2 billion of Intel Corp. stock, a surprise deal to shore up a struggling US name while boosting its own chip ambitions.