Show Notes
U.S. futures point lower after Intel’s weak outlook reignited tech volatility, pushing stocks toward back-to-back weekly losses. Investors are watching earnings follow-through, AI demand signals, and rate expectations as gold rallies on defensive positioning.
Intel (INTC) shares are plunging after the chipmaker flagged near-term supply constraints and issued soft guidance, overshadowing an earnings beat. The miss refocused scrutiny on its foundry strategy and the timing of securing major external customers.
The broader AI trade is entering a consolidation phase. Infrastructure spending remains intact, but richly valued chip and software names are facing pressure as capital rotates toward power, data centers, and cooling plays.
Trending tickers include Nvidia (NVDA) on renewed China export headlines, Capital One (COF) after its $5.1B Brex deal, and airlines pressured by weather-driven cancellations.
Takeaways:
Intel guidance, not demand, is driving tech weakness
Foundry execution remains the key Intel debate
AI infrastructure outperforms amid valuation resets
Gold strength signals rising risk aversion
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