Intel Stock Jumps 7% on Reports Trump Admin Considers Stake

Intel shares experienced a significant jump, rising more than 7% on Thursday, August 14, 2025, as reports emerged that the Trump administration was considering taking a stake in the struggling semiconductor giant. The speculation, first reported by Bloomberg News, ignited a strong market response, with traders and investors interpreting the potential government involvement as a sign of possible financial and strategic support [1].

The proposed stake could inject federal funds into Intel’s expansion plans, including the development of new manufacturing sites, particularly in Ohio. Although details remain unconfirmed, the mere suggestion of government interest appears to have restored investor confidence, which had been shaken by Intel’s recent financial performance and competitive pressures from global rivals like TSMC and Samsung [2].

Intel’s stock reached a price of $21.76 during trading, marking a 5.62% increase from the previous day’s close. The rally was observed across major financial platforms and reflected in real-time trading data, demonstrating the market’s immediate reaction to the news [4].

This development follows a tense period between Intel and the Trump administration, including a public rebuke of the company’s CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, in which the president demanded his resignation over alleged conflicts related to investments in Chinese technology. Despite this, Tan met with Trump at the White House, where the idea of a government stake in the company was discussed [5].

The potential government stake in Intel is part of a broader pattern of increased federal involvement in key U.S. industries. Recent moves include the Pentagon’s $400 million investment in MP Materials and the administration’s acquisition of a “golden share” in U.S. Steel. These actions underscore a shift toward greater government influence in both strategic and industrial sectors [7].

Analysts have not yet offered formal projections on the potential impact of a government stake, but the market’s immediate reaction suggests strong investor confidence in the possibility of federal support. If realized, the investment could provide much-needed stability for Intel and help position it more competitively in the global semiconductor market [6].

Intel has remained largely silent on the reports, with a company spokesperson stating that the company looks forward to continuing its work with the Trump administration to advance shared priorities but declining to comment on rumors or speculation. The company also reaffirmed its commitment to supporting U.S. technology and manufacturing leadership but did not address the potential equity stake [3].

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[1] The White House reportedly discussing taking a stake in ... (https://www.cnn.com/2025/08/14/tech/intel-trump-us-government-investment)

[2] Trump weighs taking stake in Intel, Bloomberg News reports (https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/trump-weighs-taking-stake-in-intel-bloomberg-news-reports/ar-AA1Ky7t7?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds)

[3] Intel Shares Soar Over 7% on Reports of Potential U.S. ... (http://markets.chroniclejournal.com/chroniclejournal/article/marketminute-2025-8-14-intel-shares-soar-over-7-on-reports-of-potential-us-government-stake)

[4] Intel jumps on report the US is considering taking a stake (https://sherwood.news/markets/intel-jumps-on-report-the-us-is-considering-taking-a-stake/)

[5] Intel stock climbs 7% on report Trump administration is ... (https://www.reddit.com/r/CanadianInvestor/comments/1mqbgqi/intel_stock_climbs_7_on_report_trump/)

[6] Intel Stock Pops on Report Trump Administration Is ... (https://www.investopedia.com/intel-stock-pops-on-report-trump-administration-is-considering-taking-a-stake-11791450)

[7] CNBC's Post (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/cnbc_intel-stock-climbs-7-on-report-trump-administration-activity-736184****818120194-f-fT)