Intel grew revenue 25% in its latest quarter, far behind the 106% year-over-year rise Nvidia posted in its most recent quarter. Intel has begun installing specialized production tools at a new Arizona facility and faces a major lawsuit before the U.S. Supreme Court over the management of its employee retirement investment plans. Nvidia committed $1 billion over five years to independent scientific research and expanded its share repurchase authorization by $150 billion. The article notes that Nvidia faces charges of circular financing, while Intel's 18A process and improving foundry outlook could signal that its revenue struggles are ending. Intel trades at 59 times forward earnings versus 23 for Nvidia, and the article argues Nvidia's faster growth at a lower valuation still stands unless Intel's rebound continues or the financing concerns materialize, in which case investors would need to revisit the comparison.
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