SoftBank Invests $2 Billion in Intel

SoftBank Group is investing $2 billion in Intel by purchasing about 2% of the chipmaker's outstanding shares. The transaction involves SoftBank buying Intel's common stock at $23 per share.

This deal is seen as part of SoftBank's ongoing interest in artificial intelligence (AI) and the semiconductor industry. Both companies highlighted the importance of semiconductors in various industries and described the investment as a commitment to advancing technology in the United States.

SoftBank is interested in the growth of artificial intelligence and the semiconductor sector, which are important for many modern technologies.

SoftBank will own about 2% of Intel’s outstanding shares after the investment.

SoftBank is paying $23 per share of Intel’s common stock.

CNBC

SoftBank is buying roughly 2% of Intel's outstanding shares in a $2 billion investment in the chipmaker. “Semiconductors are the foundation of every industry," SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son said in a statement.

Reuters

SoftBank Group on Monday signed an agreement to make a $2 billion investment in Intel's common stock.

Business Insider

SoftBank is investing $2 billion in Intel common stock, paying $23 per share. The investment aligns with SoftBank's focus on AI and semiconductor expansion in the US.

Business Wire

TOKYO & SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SoftBank Group and Intel Corporation Sign $2B Investment Agreement.

TechCrunch

Japanese conglomerate SoftBank has agreed to make a $2 billion investment in Intel in a deal described as a commitment to advanced technology and semiconductors in the United States.

Market Watch

Intel Corp. shares jumped in after-hours trading Monday after the chipmaker announced a $2 billion investment by Japan's SoftBank Group Corp.

Investors Business Daily

Intel stock rallied late Monday after the company announced that SoftBank is making a $2 billion investment in the chip giant.

Reuters

SoftBank announced on Tuesday a $2 billion investment in Intel that will add to the Japanese tech investor's ambitious bet on artificial intelligence and the chip industry.

Proactive Investors

Intel Corp (NASDAQ:INTC, ETR:INL) shares jumped 4% after hours after a double dose of good news. The struggling chipmaker has secured a $2 billion capital injection from SoftBank, while the Trump administration is weighing a far larger equity stake.

Reuters

When Lip-Bu Tan stepped down from the SoftBank Group board in 2022 at a time when the Japanese company was grappling with soured investments, his parting message offered advice on how Masayoshi Son's conglomerate could strengthen its business.

FXEmpire

SoftBank's $2B Intel investment boosts stock momentum. Technical analysis targets a breakout above $27.55, with risks tied to broader tech sector weakness.

Seeking Alpha

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Investopedia

Intel (INTC) shares are surging 6% in premarket trading Tuesday on news that Japan's SoftBank Group is making a $2 billion investment in the struggling U.S. chipmaker.

CNBC Television

CNBC's Kristina Partsinevelos joins 'Squawk Box' with the latest news.

Invezz

Intel has secured a crucial $2 billion lifeline from Japanese investment conglomerate SoftBank, marking a significant intervention that comes at a turning point for the struggling American chip giant. The transaction, announced on Tuesday, positions SoftBank among Intel's top ten shareholders and se...

The Guardian

Shares in chip maker rise amid reports US government is also considering taking a stake

Schwab Network

Intel (INTC) continues to gain traction. Jenny Horne explains the $2 billion investment from SoftBank and how it firms support for the American tech company.

Forbes

23.6%. That's how much Intel's stock increased by last week, the best weekly performance by the company since January 2000.

WSJ

Shares in the chip maker rose about 5% premarket following news of SoftBank's planned investment and a possible stake for the U.S. government.

Forbes

23.6%. That's how much Intel's stock increased by last week, the best weekly performance by the company since January 2000.

Reuters

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday said any U.S. investment in Intel would be aimed at helping the troubled chipmaker stabilize, as Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the government wanted equity stakes in exchange for its support of semiconductor manufacturers.

Yahoo Finance

Morning Brief Market Sunrise anchor Ramzan Karmali breaks down the latest international finance news for Aug. 19, 2025. Intel shares rose before the bell on Tuesday after getting a $2 billion capital injection from SoftBank Group.

CNBC Television

CNBC's Kristina Partsinevelos joins 'Money Movers' to discuss Intel's shareholder risk as SoftBank is set to invest $2 billion into the company.

CNBC Television

Intel and SoftBank announced on Monday that the Japanese conglomerate will make a $2 billion investment in the embattled chipmaker. It's a vote of support for Intel, which hasn't been able to take advantage of the artificial intelligence boom in advanced semiconductors and has spent heavily to stand...

CNBC Television

CNBC's Kristina Partsinevelos joins 'Money Movers' to discuss Intel's shareholder risk as SoftBank is set to invest $2 billion into the company.

PYMNTS

Japanese conglomerate SoftBank is making a $2 billion investment into chipmaker Intel. The companies say the new arrangement, announced Monday (Aug. 18), represents a commitment to investing in advanced technology and semiconductor innovation in the U.S.

Schwab Network

Kim Forrest appeared on Schwab Network before to express her bullish stance on Intel (INTC). She stands by that sentiment Tuesday after SoftBank announced a $2 billion investment into the long-standing U.S. tech company.

Market Watch

More investment can't solve Intel's main problem: It doesn't have enough customers.

Bloomberg Technology

SoftBank plans to put $2 billion into Intel as the US government weighs taking a 10% stake in the company without seeking a governance role. Bloomberg's Peter Elstrom discusses the details with Caroline Hyde on “Bloomberg Tech.

Investopedia

Intel (INTC) shares jumped on Tuesday as investors responded to signals the Trump administration may throw the company's troubled foundry business a lifeline.

CNBC

Shares of SoftBank Group plunged as much as 9.17% Wednesday, leading losses across technology counters in Asia. Losses were also seen in other technology stocks in South Korea, Taiwan and Hong Kong, following declines in tech counters in Wall Street spurred by artificial intelligence darling Nvidia.

Seeking Alpha

Intel's new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, brings a strong turnaround track record and valuable industry connections, fueling optimism for major new deals. SoftBank's $2 billion investment is a significant vote of confidence, potentially opening doors for further business with SoftBank's portfolio companies and A...

CNBC International TV

Jefferies Asia's Atul Goyal argues SoftBank's tiny Intel stake limits exposure, while potential U.S. government backing could turn Masa's Intel bet into an advantage. For Intel, still struggling with its turnaround, the investment offers a rare vote of confidence and valuable time.

Market Watch

SoftBank's $2 billion stake could help the chip maker gain customers and increase Intel's earnings per share.

Reuters

Intel is in talks with other large investors to receive an equity infusion at a discounted price, CNBC reported on Wednesday, just days after the chipmaker got a $2 billion capital injection from SoftBank Group.

CNBC

Intel is in talks with other large investors to get an equity infusion at a discounted price, sources told CNBC's David Faber. It comes after SoftBank announced it would invest $2 billion in the struggling chipmaker.

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