Why Is Intel (INTC) Stock Down 5.79% Today, Oct 16? AI-Spending Concerns and TSMC Packaging Competition Weigh on Shares

Intel (INTC) fell 5.79% to $89.85 on October 16, 2026, as TSMC packaging competition and a broad semiconductor selloff pressured the shares. This draft examines the catalysts, downside risks, and technical levels that could shape Intel's next move.