US govt took 10% stake in Intel in 2025

The Trump administration purchased a 10% stake in Intel for $8.9 billion in August 2025, a move followed weeks later by a $5 billion investment from Nvidia.

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In August 2025, the Trump administration announced the US government had taken a 10% stake in Intel Corporation. The position was purchased at $20.47 per share, representing an $8.9 billion investment. Just 27 days later, Nvidia followed with a $5 billion investment in the chipmaker. The unprecedented move represents a significant direct government intervention in the semiconductor industry.

e/eineurope · topic · T-06141cycle Friday, 24 April 2026 at 14:13 UTC · first reported 4d ago