Intel's chip contracting plan in spotlight on earnings day

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Intel faces declining sales and losses. Investors are eager to learn about CEO Lip Bu-Tan's strategy for contract manufacturing. He is shifting focus to 14A chipmaking. This move could lead to significant writedowns. Intel aims for its foundry unit to break even by 2027. The company is also selling non-core assets. Uncertainties from trade wars are impacting customer spending.