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Why Is INTEL CORP (INTC) Stock Up Today?

By the Top Tier Newswire AI Desk · September 17, 2026 at 1:24 PM ET · reviewed against 70 wire stories

INTEL CORP (INTC) is up +9.92% in the latest session. Our newswire has captured 70 stories on INTC across 25 sources in the last 36 hours, with AI sentiment reading bullish (avg 62/100).

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Why INTC stock is up today

Intel stock surged 9.92% to $111.08 on Thursday, driven by renewed speculation that SK Hynix is in early talks to produce memory chips at Intel’s Ohio facility. The stock opened with a 2.6% gap up and continued to climb throughout the session, reaching a high of $111.37 at 1:00 PM ET. The move followed reports that the two companies are exploring a U.S.-based manufacturing partnership, which would be the first of its kind for SK Hynix.

What Happened

The primary catalyst for the move was the news that SK Hynix and Intel are in preliminary discussions about manufacturing memory chips at the Ohio site. This development reignited interest in the memory chip sector, with Intel and SK Hynix both seeing significant intraday gains. The CEO of Intel, Tan Lip Bu, recently purchased shares on August 11, signaling confidence in the company’s direction. Meanwhile, U.S. House member Nancy Pelosi disclosed a large purchase of Intel shares and call options in late July. These insider and congressional transactions added to the positive sentiment around the stock.

Retail traders on r/wallstreetbets and other platforms have also highlighted the potential for Intel in the context of U.S. manufacturing and AI demand. While the Ohio project has no timeline or signed deal, the market is reacting to the possibility of a strategic partnership that could reshape the domestic semiconductor landscape.

What The Data Shows

Intel’s stock opened at $103.67 and traded as low as $103.60 before rallying to a session high. The stock closed near its peak at $111.09, with volume reaching 80.5 million shares, or 0.7 times its 3-month average. The stock has gained 4.7% over the past eight sessions, moving from $104.67 to $109.63. The 52-week range is $24.45 to $142.35, and the stock printed 28 fresh 52-week highs on September 17. Options activity was skewed toward calls, with $93.3 million in call premium versus $59.0 million in put premium over the last 36 hours.

What To Watch

Intel has no scheduled earnings in the immediate future. Investors should monitor the breadth of coverage, which currently stands at 70 stories from 25 sources in the last 36 hours, and watch for any updates on the potential partnership with SK Hynix.

AI-assisted analysis composed exclusively from headlines and data on the Top Tier newswire. Public view is delayed 4 hours from real time. Not financial advice.

INTC by the numbers

Last: $111.08Session: +9.92%7 sessions: +4.74%Coverage: 70 stories / 25 sourcesAI sentiment: 62/100 (bullish)Mkt cap: $510.4B52w: $24.45 to $142.35
INTC · today's session (5-min) · +8.02% vs prior close · updated 6:15 PM ET
$100$106$112prev close $101.05$109.157:00 AM9:48 AM12:37 PM3:26 PM6:15 PM7:00 AM · $103.837:05 AM · $103.647:10 AM · $103.937:15 AM · $103.797:20 AM · $103.927:25 AM · $104.107:30 AM · $104.027:35 AM · $104.197:40 AM · $104.087:45 AM · $104.057:50 AM · $104.297:55 AM · $104.308:00 AM · $104.058:05 AM · $104.208:10 AM · $104.228:15 AM · $104.258:20 AM · $104.268:25 AM · $104.508:30 AM · $104.658:35 AM · $104.608:40 AM · $104.428:45 AM · $104.358:50 AM · $104.368:55 AM · $104.379:00 AM · $104.609:05 AM · $104.659:10 AM · $104.839:15 AM · $104.779:20 AM · $104.739:25 AM · $104.719:30 AM · $105.409:35 AM · $105.819:40 AM · $106.149:45 AM · $106.729:50 AM · $109.059:55 AM · $109.1710:00 AM · $108.7610:05 AM · $108.3810:10 AM · $108.7810:15 AM · $109.2510:20 AM · $109.1610:25 AM · $109.4310:30 AM · $109.3610:35 AM · $109.5610:40 AM · $109.6910:45 AM · $109.6110:50 AM · $109.5310:55 AM · $109.9611:00 AM · $110.5311:05 AM · $110.5411:10 AM · $109.8011:15 AM · $109.5911:20 AM · $109.7111:25 AM · $109.8311:30 AM · $109.6411:35 AM · $110.1311:40 AM · $110.2511:45 AM · $110.7411:50 AM · $110.3911:55 AM · $110.8312:00 PM · $110.6412:05 PM · $110.8112:10 PM · $111.0512:15 PM · $111.0512:20 PM · $110.9212:25 PM · $111.0812:30 PM · $110.7912:35 PM · $110.8912:40 PM · $110.8612:45 PM · $110.8912:50 PM · $111.1712:55 PM · $111.171:00 PM · $110.931:05 PM · $110.951:10 PM · $110.771:15 PM · $111.021:20 PM · $111.031:25 PM · $111.061:30 PM · $111.061:35 PM · $110.951:40 PM · $111.051:45 PM · $111.091:50 PM · $111.061:55 PM · $110.912:00 PM · $110.762:05 PM · $110.582:10 PM · $110.612:15 PM · $110.642:20 PM · $110.502:25 PM · $110.562:30 PM · $110.582:35 PM · $110.442:40 PM · $110.392:45 PM · $110.462:50 PM · $110.422:55 PM · $110.573:00 PM · $110.573:05 PM · $110.393:10 PM · $110.103:15 PM · $110.003:20 PM · $109.843:25 PM · $109.623:30 PM · $109.423:35 PM · $109.613:40 PM · $109.343:45 PM · $109.333:50 PM · $109.093:55 PM · $108.754:00 PM · $108.694:05 PM · $108.724:10 PM · $108.924:15 PM · $108.894:20 PM · $108.864:25 PM · $108.864:30 PM · $109.114:35 PM · $109.274:40 PM · $109.294:45 PM · $109.354:50 PM · $109.294:55 PM · $109.255:00 PM · $109.425:05 PM · $109.555:10 PM · $109.615:15 PM · $109.725:20 PM · $109.805:25 PM · $109.795:30 PM · $109.755:35 PM · $109.745:40 PM · $109.695:45 PM · $109.685:50 PM · $109.755:55 PM · $109.686:00 PM · $109.516:05 PM · $109.386:10 PM · $109.176:15 PM · $109.15
AI sentiment, last 36h · averaged over 70 stories · 62/100 bullish
AI sentiment 62/100 (bullish)0 · bearish50bullish · 100

The headlines behind the move

Story flow · 8 stories on the wire, last 36h · hover or tap a dot for the headline
36h ago24h ago12h agopublishInvesting.com Markets · sentiment 50 · Why is Intel stock surging today?Investing.com Markets · 50Why is Intel stock surging today?Investing.com Markets · sentiment 50 · Intel, SanDisk among market cap stock movers on ThursdayInvesting.com Markets · 50Intel, SanDisk among market cap stock movers on ThursdaySeeking Alpha · sentiment 67 · Intel: I Was Wrong, Buckle Up For What Is Coming (Rating Upgrade)Seeking Alpha · 67Intel: I Was Wrong, Buckle Up For What Is Coming (Rating Upgrade)Seeking Alpha · sentiment 67 · Intel: Too Expensive Despite The Fast GrowthSeeking Alpha · 67Intel: Too Expensive Despite The Fast GrowthYahoo Finance · sentiment 67 · Intel Jumps 8%, SK Hynix Climbs 5% as Ohio Memory Talks Reignite; Micron Rises 6%Yahoo Finance · 67Intel Jumps 8%, SK Hynix Climbs 5% as Ohio Memory Talks Reignite; Micron Rises 6%Seeking Alpha · sentiment 67 · S&P 500 gainers: Today’s top performers ranked by QuantSeeking Alpha · 67S&P 500 gainers: Today’s top performers ranked by QuantMarketChameleon · sentiment 57 · Why Selling This Iron Condor Spread in INTC Makes Sense for a $5.82 CreditMarketChameleon · 57Why Selling This Iron Condor Spread in INTC Makes Sense for a $5.82 Credit24/7 Wall St. · sentiment 58 · Intel Stock Jumps 4% on SK Hynix Rumor, But Here’s Why the Real Win Is Years Away24/7 Wall St. · 58Intel Stock Jumps 4% on SK Hynix Rumor, But Here’s Why the Real Win Is Years Away
6h ago24/7 Wall St.BULLISH 58Product/PR

Intel Stock Jumps 4% on SK Hynix Rumor, But Here’s Why the Real Win Is Years Away

SK Hynix is reportedly in talks to build memory chips inside Intel's Ohio complex, and the market loved it. But the plant has no timeline, no signed deal, and a product restriction that Seoul may never lift.

7h agoMarketChameleonBULLISH 57Analyst

Why Selling This Iron Condor Spread in INTC Makes Sense for a $5.82 Credit

Take a deep dive into some of Market Chameleon's most relevant trade ideas. This article includes detailed breakdowns of strategies and payout diagrams for INTC from September 17, 2026.

7h agoSeeking AlphaBULLISH 67General

S&P 500 gainers: Today’s top performers ranked by Quant

S&P 500 top gainers Friday by Seeking Alpha Quant Ratings: MU, INTC, SNDK lead; GNRC, SMCI, MRNA surge.

7h agoYahoo FinanceBULLISH 67Product/PR

Intel Jumps 8%, SK Hynix Climbs 5% as Ohio Memory Talks Reignite; Micron Rises 6%

Memory chip stocks are rallying Thursday morning after reports that Intel and SK Hynix are in early discussions about producing memory chips together on U.S. soil for the first time. The Roundhill Memory ETF (CBOE:DRAM) is up 4% to $57.67, suggesting a sector-wide response rather than a single-name repricing. Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) stock is up 8% […]

7h agoSeeking AlphaBULLISH 67Earnings

Intel: Too Expensive Despite The Fast Growth

Intel (INTC) posts fastest growth in 15 years as Q2 revenue jumps 25% and margins expand; PC price hikes lift profit.

7h agoSeeking AlphaBULLISH 67Analyst

Intel: I Was Wrong, Buckle Up For What Is Coming (Rating Upgrade)

Intel delivered strong Q2 results with 25.4% YoY revenue growth and robust demand in the Data Center and AI segments. Read more on INTC stock here.

7h agoInvesting.com MarketsNEUTRAL 50General

Intel, SanDisk among market cap stock movers on Thursday

Intel, SanDisk among market cap stock movers on Thursday

8h agoInvesting.com MarketsNEUTRAL 50General

Why is Intel stock surging today?

Why is Intel stock surging today?

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