Intel Slumps 1.26% on $4.65B Volume 17th by Trading Amid Supply Chain Woes

Intel (INTC) closed down 1.26% on October 3, 2025, with a trading volume of $4.65 billion, ranking 17th among stocks by volume that day. The decline followed mixed signals from its product roadmap and supply chain dynamics. Recent reports highlighted delays in the company's 18A GPU launch, which analysts suggest could impact its competitive positioning in the AI hardware market. Meanwhile, supply chain bottlenecks for contract manufacturing partners remain unresolved, creating uncertainty around production timelines for upcoming processor generations.

Market participants also noted reduced institutional buying activity compared to prior quarters, as reflected in the volume ranking. While the stock has maintained strong relative strength against tech sector benchmarks this year, short-term technical indicators show bearish divergence, prompting cautious positioning among algorithmic traders. The company's recent earnings guidance, though within expectations, failed to generate momentum amid broader market skepticism toward high-growth tech valuations.

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