Addition by Subtraction: Intel's New Strategy Energizes Investors

Intel TodayINTCIntel$22.67 +0.17 (+0.76%) 52-Week Range$17.67▼$37.16Price Target$21.57Add to WatchlistThe stock market often sends signals that appear to be confusing. This week, Intel Corporation NASDAQ: INTC provided a classic example. On June 24, the company announced it was shutting down its automotive processor business and laying off most of the division's employees. In a seemingly counterintuitive response, the stock surged over 6%, pushing into the $22.50 range. This positive reaction raises a key ...