Intel and Ford Rally After Strong Earnings and Optimistic Outlook

Intel shares soared 8% and Ford rose 4% after both reported upbeat quarterly results. Intel’s data-center and AI-chip revenue exceeded expectations, while Ford’s EV and hybrid lineup growth bolstered future guidance. Analysts said their performance signals resilience in both semiconductor and auto sectors despite macro pressures. The market viewed the results as evidence that industrial AI integration and smarter supply chains are cushioning cyclical slowdowns.