Is Intel Stock a Buy Now?

The chipmaker could be a reliable stock amid rising tensions between the U.S. and China.Intel's (INTC -5.42%) stock popped 1% in mid-day trading on July 17, hitting as high as $37.16 per share before ending the day at $34.46. That growth alone isn't particularly noteworthy. However, what is significant is that while Intel's shares were rising, Nvidia's and AMD's stock prices tumbled 7% and 10%, respectively.These three companies are in steep competition in the chip market, each unveiling new artificial inte ...