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Samsung has sent a sample of its Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset made on the 2nm GAA process to Qualcomm for evaluation, signaling potential for a dual-sourcing partnership. The process involves rigorous testing and could take up to a year, but success may boost Samsung's position in the competitive semiconductor market, especially as it struggles with yield issues on other chips.
Nvidia's stock declined after China ordered local companies to cease purchasing its AI chips, impacting other AI chip stocks as well. Despite Nvidia's drop, some domestic chipmakers like Astera Labs, Credo, Micron, and Rambus are maintaining or increasing their stock prices, indicating resilience in certain segments of the AI chip market amid geopolitical tensions.
In a shift, the US under Trump allowed Nvidia to sell a key AI chip to China, but Beijing responded cautiously, citing security concerns and emphasizing its push for semiconductor self-sufficiency. Despite China's rapid progress in chip technology, the US remains a leader in advanced AI processors, and ongoing export restrictions continue to influence the global semiconductor landscape.
Applied Materials beat earnings estimates for Q3 but issued a weak outlook due to macroeconomic uncertainties, especially in China, leading to a over 12% drop in after-hours trading and a slight decline during the regular session.
President Trump demanded Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan resign over alleged Chinese ties, raising concerns about national security and the company's ability to fulfill U.S. obligations, though Intel defended Tan's commitment to American interests amid market fluctuations.
President Trump demanded Intel's CEO resign over alleged Chinese ties, citing national security concerns and political pressure amid ongoing tensions in the semiconductor industry, which is crucial for AI development and U.S. economic competitiveness.
President Trump called for Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan to resign over alleged conflicts of interest related to his ties to China, amid ongoing scrutiny of Intel's role in the US semiconductor industry and concerns about its leadership's connections to China and military-related entities.
Texas Instruments' stock (TXN) dropped 12% following the release of disappointing financial guidance, signaling concerns among investors about the company's future performance.
Samsung Electronics reported a 56% drop in Q2 operating profit, significantly below estimates, mainly due to US restrictions on AI chip sales to China and delays in supplying high-bandwidth memory chips to Nvidia. The company faces challenges in maintaining competitiveness amid trade restrictions and fierce rivalry, with analysts expecting gradual profit recovery supported by new product launches and improved demand for HBM chips. Samsung plans a share buyback and will release detailed earnings later in July.
Intel has begun layoffs in California, impacting around 107 employees, as part of CEO Lip-Bu Tan's plan to streamline operations, reduce management layers, and focus on core business areas like client and data center chips, including outsourcing marketing functions and shutting down its automotive chip division to improve efficiency and competitiveness.
The US Commerce Department has ordered major EDA software suppliers to cease sales to China without export licenses, escalating efforts to hinder China's semiconductor development. This move impacts leading companies like Synopsys, Cadence, and Siemens, which rely heavily on the Chinese market, and reflects broader geopolitical tensions. While challenging for Chinese tech self-sufficiency, the restrictions also prompt China to accelerate its domestic EDA industry, amid ongoing global trade and security concerns.
The U.S. has tightened its chip export restrictions to China, impacting the semiconductor industry and benefiting non-Chinese firms like Applied Materials and Lam Research. Meanwhile, South Korea faces political instability as impeachment proceedings begin against President Yoon Suk Yeol following a brief martial law declaration. In the financial markets, growth stocks outperformed value stocks, and Bitcoin surpassed $100,000 amid favorable financial conditions. The U.S. dollar strengthened, while gold struggled due to rising Treasury yields and a strong dollar.
Intel has appointed semiconductor veterans Eric Meurice and Steve Sanghi to its board amid CEO Pat Gelsinger's departure, as the company faces leadership and market challenges. Under Gelsinger, Intel's stock fell over 56% this year, struggling against competitors like NVIDIA and TSMC. Meurice and Sanghi bring extensive industry experience, with Meurice having led ASML's significant growth and Sanghi achieving long-term profitability at Microchip Technology. Intel is now searching for a new CEO to regain its competitive edge, particularly in AI-centric computing.
Intel Corporation has appointed Eric Meurice, former CEO of ASML, and Steve Sanghi, chairman of Microchip Technology, to its board of directors as independent directors. Both bring extensive experience in the semiconductor industry, with Meurice having significantly increased ASML's market value and Sanghi leading Microchip Technology to long-term profitability. Their appointments are expected to enhance Intel's strategic direction and competitiveness in the semiconductor market.
Pat Gelsinger has stepped down as CEO of Intel after nearly three years, during which the company struggled to maintain its market position against competitors like Nvidia. Under his leadership, Intel's stock value dropped significantly, leading to its removal from the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Gelsinger's net worth is estimated between $48.4 million and $104 million, largely from holdings in Intel and VMWare. Despite challenges, he oversaw significant manufacturing expansions, including new plants in Arizona and Germany.