In a surprising shake-up, Nvidia is replacing Intel in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. This change marks the end of Intel's 25-year run in the index. Intel, once the leader in chipmaking, has faced stiff competition and missed out on big opportunities like generative AI. Its shares have dropped 54% this year, making it the worst performer in the index.

Nvidia, on the other hand, has seen massive growth. It's now the second-most valuable company in the world. Its chips power generative AI technologies, and its stock has skyrocketed. A recent stock split made Nvidia's shares more accessible to traders, making it a natural choice for the index.

Intel's CEO, Pat Gelsinger, remains optimistic about the future of the company's PC and server businesses. But the change in the index is a blow to Intel's reputation. Losing its spot could also affect its share price, as it won't be included in certain exchange-traded funds (ETFs).

Intel's journey started in 1968 when it sold memory chips. It later switched to processors, helping launch the personal computer industry. In the 1990s, the "Intel Inside" stickers became famous. But times have changed. This year, Intel might report its first annual net loss since 1986.

Nvidia, led by CEO Jensen Huang, has become crucial to the semiconductor industry. Its chips are hard to replace in AI datacenters due to their technological edge. Intel has struggled to compete in this market.

Nvidia Takes Intel's Spot in Dow Jones Industrial Average

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