SoftBank Group Corp. said it is investing US$2 billion in common stock in Intel Corporation. The Japanese conglomerate and the U.S. chipmaker have already signed a definitive securities purchase agreement.

Accordingly, the investment comes as both Intel and SoftBank deepen their commitment to investing in advanced technology and semiconductor innovation in the United States.

Propels Long-Term Vision

In a statement, Masayoshi Son, Chairman & CEO of SoftBank Group Corp., said semiconductors are the foundation of every industry and that Intel, for more than 50 years, has been a trusted leader in innovation.

“This strategic investment reflects our belief that advanced semiconductor manufacturing and supply will further expand in the United States, with Intel playing a critical role.”

On the other hand, Lip-Bu Tan, CEO of Intel, said, “We are very pleased to deepen our relationship with SoftBank, a company that’s at the forefront of so many areas of emerging technology and innovation and shares our commitment to advancing U.S. technology and manufacturing leadership.”

Under the terms of the agreement, SoftBank will pay US$23 per share of Intel common stock. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions.

SoftBank’s investment in Intel builds upon its long-term vision of enabling the AI revolution by accelerating access to advanced technologies that support digital transformation, cloud computing, and next-generation infrastructure.

19 August 2025