I am currently -17% down on Intel. I hope they will rise again in the medium term thanks to the new CEO $INTC (-2,39%)

The sudden cancellation of 350 billion dollars worth of chip orders has sent shockwaves through the global semiconductor industry, hitting US technology giants in particular. This unprecedented move resulted in a staggering 10 trillion dollar loss in market value for American companies such as Intel $INTC (-2,39%) and Qualcomm[1] $QCOM (+3,78%) . The catalyst for this upheaval was China's tariff data, which revealed a 21% year-on-year drop in chip imports[1], indicating a major shift in China's semiconductor strategy.

This development is in line with China's broader efforts to reduce dependence on foreign technology and strengthen its domestic chip industry. The country's push for technological self-reliance, coupled with the perceived ineffectiveness of the US CHIPS Act, has accelerated this trend[1]. As a result, the global semiconductor supply chain is undergoing a dramatic restructuring, with Chinese companies increasingly relying on domestic suppliers or non-US alternatives. This shift not only challenges the dominance of US chipmakers, but also raises concerns about the long-term competitiveness of American technology companies in the global marketplace[2][3].

#tech
#tariffs
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$NVDA (+2,65%)

Sources

[1] Breaking! $350 billion chip orders canceled, U.S. companies - Binance https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/22733265150521

[2] Tariffs on China could upend tech industry, increase prices of ... https://www.abcactionnews.com/politics/economy/tariffs-on-china-could-upend-tech-industry-increase-prices-of-electronics

[3] China Stands Firm Amidst Tariff Chaos https://www.eetimes.com/china-stands-firm-amidst-tariff-chaos/

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AMD CEO Lisa Su has already made the impossible possible once: under her leadership, AMD overthrew $AMD (+3,01%) the chip giant Intel $INTC (-2,39%) from its throne and increased its market value from just USD 2 billion at the time to around USD 160 billion today. Su made the company a serious player in the data center market. While Intel is still wavering, having just announced a new CEO, Su is already setting her sights on her next target: To beat Nvidia $NVDA (+2,65%) which dominates the lucrative AI chip business with a market share of around 90 %. AMD, on the other hand, currently only has a market share of less than 5%.

Dr. Lisa Su

Investors are skeptical despite AMD's strong figures for 2024 - 14% more sales and a 22% increase in gross profit - as the share price has recently reacted cautiously. The reason: the lag in the crucial software area, where Nvidia is still clearly superior with its CUDA platform. This is precisely where Lisa Su wants to start. Her strategy: long-term investment in better, open software solutions, intensive support for AI models, consistent solutions close to the customer. But Su asks for patience. She sees the competition as a marathon, not a sprint - true to the motto: the steady drip of innovation wears away the stone.

AMD Ryzen AI Max

Nvidia's primary focus on data center solutions gives it a "blind spot" on the local LLM trend, which Su wants to take advantage of. The need of users for Sovereign AI and Sovereign Data is intensifying, especially in Europe and also fueled by the current protectionist US policy. Rising API costs are also driving interest in local hardware solutions that are cheaper, more accessible, more powerful and more efficient than Nvidia's offerings. With the latest M4 Max and M3 Ultra Mac Studios, Apple already has $AAPL (+1,39%) already has a small lead in this area. However, with the Ryzen AI Max Platform, AMD is entering the race with a promising, more cost-effective and versatile alternative.

#nvidia
#amd
#intel
#ai
#lisasu
#ryzenai
#ryzenaimax
#Apple
#m4pro
#m3ultra
#macstudio

Sources:

https://www.wiwo.de/unternehmen/it/neuer-intel-chef-lip-bu-tan-kann-dieser-mann-intel-wieder-auf-die-erfolgsspur-fuehren/30253768.html

https://www.businessinsider.com/amd-lisa-su-ceo-nvidia-competition-2025-3

https://www.heise.de/news/Ryzen-AI-Max-AMD-tritt-mit-dicker-integrierter-GPU-gegen-Apples-M4-Pro-an-10225777.html

Intel wows Wall Street with new CEO

Intel $INTC (-2,39%) has brought a breath of fresh air to the company's management with the appointment of a new CEO, causing a stir on Wall Street. This decision comes at a critical time when the company is facing a number of challenges. Investors are optimistic about the new leadership impetus, but the question remains as to how well Intel can realize its strategic goals. The focus is on increasing competitiveness and modernizing product lines to meet ever-increasing market demands. The next few months will be crucial to see if the new initiatives can deliver the hoped-for results and get the company back on track. An exciting chapter in Intel's history lies ahead, and expectations are high.

Foxconn misses profit forecasts, focuses on AI growth

In the USA, Foxconn $2354a major supplier for Nvidia $NVDA (+2,65%) and Apple $AAPL (+1,39%)is facing a difficult profit situation. The company has announced a 13% drop in net profit, which has alarmed investors. Despite these setbacks, Foxconn remains optimistic and has high hopes for the growth trend in artificial intelligence (AI). According to forecasts, sales in this promising sector could even double in the coming year. This is crucial for Foxconn as it could play a key role in overcoming financial challenges and sustaining the company's growth. The next steps in the AI strategy could be the turning point for Foxconn and catapult the company into a new phase of growth.

Sources:

https://finance.yahoo.com/m/d3d43859-2107-36dc-ae3c-dd419ac869fc/intel%E2%80%99s-new-ceo-thrills-wall.html

https://finance.yahoo.com/video/nvidia-supplier-foxconn-misses-profit-140154048.html

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Tan, a longtime industry leader and former CEO of $CDNS Cadence Design Systems, helped more than double sales and increase the stock price by 3,200% during his tenure

He now wants to accelerate Intel's turnaround, strengthen its manufacturing presence and restore investor confidence

Today I decided to sell my 20 $INTC (-2,39%) shares today. I went out with a total loss of around €500.