Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-09-19 06:49Group 1 - Nvidia announced a $5 billion investment in Intel, leading to a 23% increase in Intel's stock price and a collective rise in Asian supply chain stocks [1] - Japanese chip equipment manufacturers, such as Lasertec Corp. and Ibiden Co., saw significant stock price increases of 15% and 12% respectively, due to their revenue dependence on Intel [1] - Other suppliers, including Tokyo Electron Ltd. and Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., also experienced stock price gains following the announcement [1] Group 2 - The collaboration between Nvidia and Intel aims to develop PC and data center chips, boosting market expectations for increased demand for chip tool manufacturers [2] - Intel's supply of processors to Nvidia is viewed as a positive signal for the overall chip industry, with analysts noting that Intel is unlikely to cut capital expenditures [2] - Conversely, TSMC's stock fell by 1.2% due to concerns that the Nvidia-Intel partnership could negatively impact TSMC's valuation, as there is a possibility of Intel capturing some of Nvidia's foundry orders [2]