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Valued at $412.3 billion by market cap, Intel Corporation (INTC) is one of the world’s most influential semiconductor companies, historically synonymous with the rise of personal computing. Founded in 1968 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Intel designs and manufactures microprocessors, chipsets, and a broad range of computing and connectivity solutions.
INTC has soared 323.9% over this time frame, well ahead of the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX), which has rallied 29.8%. In 2026, INTC’s stock popped 130.3% compared to the SPX’s 4.8% rise on a YTD basis.