Intel Surges 6.41% on AI Roadmap and Supply Chain Resilience Ranks 14th in 4.87B Trading Volume

On September 24, 2025, Intel (INTC) surged 6.41% with a trading volume of $4.87 billion, ranking 14th in market activity. The stock's performance was driven by renewed investor confidence in its AI infrastructure roadmap and supply chain resilience amid global semiconductor demand shifts.

Recent strategic updates highlighted Intel's progress in scaling its 18A process node for next-generation chip production. Analysts noted that the company's accelerated timeline for 1.8V power-optimized architectures aligns with enterprise AI deployment cycles, creating near-term upside potential. Supply chain restructuring efforts in Southeast Asia also reduced production risks previously flagged by sector observers.

Technical indicators showed strong institutional buying pressure in the final two hours of trading, with volume distribution patterns suggesting accumulation by long-term investors. This contrasts with short-term volatility observed in July 2025 when similar volume levels coincided with earnings uncertainty.

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