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Intel’s Dividend Pause and AI Surge | Durham News
Intel’s stock is soaring, up over 200% this year, fueled by its dominant role in AI chip design and government backing — but here’s the twist: they’re not paying dividends, unlike rivals like Micron and TSMC. After pausing payouts in late 2024 following years of stock decline and workforce cuts, Intel’s leadership says cash is being reinvested into R&D and foundry expansion. With negative free cash flow for 16 quarters and $43 billion in debt, experts predict dividends won’t return anytime soon — at least not until those strategic bets start paying off. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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