Overview

• Intel is working with investment banks to evaluate strategic options during its worst financial period in history.
• Potential changes include separating its product design and manufacturing divisions and scrapping some factory projects.
• The company's stock surged despite a recent grim earnings report and continued financial losses.
• CEO Pat Gelsinger faces increasing pressure as Intel's market value and competitiveness decline.
• A board meeting in September will review the proposed strategies to stabilize the company.