Intel Makes a Statement at CES: Investors Celebrate the Start of the "18A Turnaround"

On Wednesday, January 7, 2026, Intel's stock rose significantly. The catalyst was Intel's appearance at CES in Las Vegas, where it presented the Core Ultra Series 3 ("Panther Lake") as the first major platform built on the new 18A manufacturing process . 18A is seen as crucial for proving Intel's manufacturing to be competitive again, which is why the market interpreted the announcement as a potential turnaround signal. "200+ designs": OEM trust as a new currency Intel backed this presentation with a critical number: Over 200 designs are...