Intel shares jump 9% after buying back Ireland chip fab in sign of renewed strength

The semiconductor company paid $14.2 billion to repurchase a 49% stake from Apollo Global Management, restoring full ownership of Fab 34. The transaction consolidates control over the fabrication asset and represents a sizable capital allocation that will materially affect the company's balance sheet and strategic flexibility.

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The semiconductor company paid $14.2 billion to repurchase a 49% stake from Apollo Global Management, restoring full ownership of Fab 34. The transaction consolidates control over the fabrication asset and represents a sizable capital allocation that will materially affect the company's balance sheet and strategic flexibility.