Core Insights - Intel, once the largest semiconductor company, has seen its market cap decline as it fell behind TSMC and invested billions to catch up, now entering high-volume production of its new 18A chip node [3][4][6] - The main challenge for Intel is to attract external customers for its new manufacturing capabilities, with its only major customer currently being itself [4][5][25] Production and Technology - Intel's 18A node is comparable to TSMC's 2nm technology in terms of transistor density, but has faced yield issues due to defects in some wafers [6][20] - The new Fab52 in Chandler, Arizona, is expected to produce over 10,000 18A wafer starts per week, with a significant focus on improving yield and defect density [19][20] Financial and Strategic Moves - The U.S. government invested $8.9 billion for a 10% stake in Intel, primarily through the CHIPS Act, while SoftBank and Nvidia also made significant investments [9][10][29] - Intel's CEO Tan emphasized a more cautious approach to spending, stating "No more blank checks," and has implemented cost cuts, including a 15% workforce reduction [23][24] Market Position and Competition - Intel's dual role as both a chip manufacturer and a competitor to potential foundry customers complicates its ability to attract external clients [25] - There are indications that AMD may consider manufacturing at Intel, and Apple might return to using Intel for some Mac chips by 2027 [28][29] Future Outlook - Intel aims to regain its position in the semiconductor industry by focusing on advanced manufacturing and potentially separating its foundry business to enhance customer trust [25][26] - The company is committed to becoming a leader in advanced chip manufacturing, especially in the context of global supply chain concerns [31][32]

Christmas Town now underway at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Busch Gardens Williamsburg; Holiday Sale offers major savings on Tickets, Fun Cards & Memberships TAMPA, Fla. and WILLIAMSBURG, Va., Dec. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Busch Gardens parks in Tampa Bay and Williamsburg are lighting up the holidays with immersive seasonal experiences, dazzling new entertainment, millions of twinkling lights, festive food and drinks, and cherished holiday traditions, plus the year's best savings during the limited-time Holi ...

DALLAS, Dec. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Argent Trust Company, as Trustee of the Permian Basin Royalty Trust (NYSE: PBT) ("Permian" or the "Trust") today declared a cash distribution to the holders of its units of beneficial interest of $0.013198 per unit, payable on January 15, 2026, to unit holders of record on December 31, 2025. The distribution does not include proceeds from the Waddell Ranch properties, as total production costs ("Production Costs") exceeded gross proceeds ("Gross Proceeds") for the month ...

Group 1 - The focus is on income-producing asset classes such as REITs, ETFs, Preferreds, and 'Dividend Champions' that target premium dividend yields up to 10% [1][3] - The iREIT®+HOYA Capital service is designed for income-focused investing, providing opportunities for sustainable portfolio income, diversification, and inflation hedging [2][3] - The investment group aims to help investors achieve dependable monthly income and offers research on various income-focused portfolios [3]

Recent drilling at the Santiago Deposit has successfully extended high-grade gold mineralization by more than 100 metres along strike toward the west, in the direction of the producing Perdido vein, located approximately 600 metres away (See Figure 1). These results, together with ongoing underground drilling at Perdido, support Luca's interpretation that the Santiago and Perdido veins may represent a single, continuous mineralized structure. Current drilling is designed to test the projected strike extensi ...

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On CNBC's “Halftime Report Final Trades,” Hightower Advisors’ Stephanie Link said Dick’s Sporting Goods, Inc. (NYSE:DKS) is down 11% from its highs and trades at 11 times earnings. They will fix Foot Locker, Link added. Dick’s completed its purchase of Foot Locker in September.On the earnings front, Dick's Sporting, on Nov. 26, delivered stronger-than-expected results in its core business and lifted full-year guidance. The company reported third-quarter sales of $4.168 billion (+36.3% year over year), which ...

We are in the process of accelerating deglobalization. The process of de-globalization involves decoupling into two blocks: 1) the US-led block with the EU allies and other NATO members, and 2) the China-led block, together with Russia, Iran, and North Korea.Analyst’s Disclosure:I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am n ...

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Core Viewpoint - BioMarin Pharmaceutical is set to acquire Amicus Therapeutics in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $4.8 billion [1] Company Summary - The acquisition will enhance BioMarin's portfolio and expand its capabilities in the biotechnology sector [1] - The deal signifies BioMarin's strategic move to strengthen its position in the market through consolidation [1] Financial Summary - The total value of the acquisition is around $4.8 billion, indicating a significant investment by BioMarin [1]