Chips and Dips: Intel’s Stock Rides Trump’s Social Media High
Intel stock wavers as Trump celebrates a historic $11.1 billion government stake, reshaping U.S. industrial policy.

Intel stock began Monday with a burst of momentum, rising as much as three percent in pre-market and early trading after President Donald Trump publicly cheered its performance. On Truth Social, Trump declared he “loved” seeing the company’s stock climb, framing Intel’s success as a win for the country itself. “I love seeing their stock price go up, making the USA richer, and richer,” he wrote, pointing to the government’s strategic investment in the chip giant as a landmark move.
The Government’s $11.1 Billion Bet
The excitement came on the heels of a blockbuster agreement revealed late Friday. Washington confirmed it had taken an equity stake in Intel worth $8.9 billion, alongside an earlier $2.2 billion CHIPS Act grant, bringing the total federal investment to $11.1 billion. At $20.47 per share, the stake amounts to 433.3 million shares, or roughly 9.9 percent of the company, making the U.S. government one of Intel’s largest shareholders.
For Trump, the deal is about more than just one company. He characterized it as a template for future arrangements that align government resources with critical industries. “I will make deals like that for our country all day long,” he said.
