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Apple, Intel Reach Preliminary Chip-Making Deal

May 10, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

Intel and Apple reach preliminary chip-making deal.
Deal could boost Intel's contract manufacturing business.
US government played a role in bringing Apple to negotiations.
Partnership may help Apple diversify its manufacturing base.

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Strategic Implications

This deal may signal a significant shift in the global semiconductor landscape, with Intel potentially regaining market share and Apple diversifying its supply chain. The partnership could also indicate a strengthening of US chip production, which may have implications for the global tech industry.

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What Happened

Partnership Boosts US Chip Production And Intel Manufacturing

Intel has reached a preliminary deal to manufacture chips for Apple devices, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal. The partnership, which has been in the works for over a year, could provide a significant boost to Intel’s contract manufacturing business and support the US government’s efforts to shore up domestic chip production. The deal may also help Apple diversify its manufacturing base, which has been heavily reliant on TSMC. This development was reported by Reuters and published in The Manila Times.

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