Intel Shares Jump 3% on Report of Second Major Foundry Customer
Intel shares jumped 3% after reports it secured a second major fabless foundry contract, following its initial deal with Qualcomm. The win enhances visibility for Intel Foundry Services’ 7nm capacity and lifts revenue projections for the segment.
1. Second Foundry Contract Secured
Intel reportedly landed a second marquee fabless customer for its Foundry Services division, adding to its initial 7nm contract with Qualcomm. This development signals growing confidence in Intel’s ability to compete with established contract chipmakers and expands its pipeline of external clients.
2. Stock and Revenue Outlook
Shares rose about 3% in early trading as investors updated models for Foundry Services revenue growth. Analysts now expect the unit’s annual revenue to exceed prior forecasts, driven by increased utilization of 7nm capacity under multi-year agreements.