What Intel's Breakup Would Mean for TSMC and Broadcom
The chipmaking giant could be devoured by two of its biggest industry peers.
Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) might be split up and sold to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (NYSE: TSM), also known as TSMC, and Broadcom (NASDAQ: AVGO), according to the latest rumors. The chipmakers haven't responded to those reports, but such a deal could shake up the semiconductor industry.
The most recent report from The Wall Street Journal claims Intel held "informal" talks to sell its foundry business to TSMC and its chip design business to Broadcom. Both rumored deals would likely face intense regulatory scrutiny, but we should discuss how Intel got here -- and what its breakup and sale might mean for TSMC and Broadcom.
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