# The S&P 500 rose 0.8% Friday, beating the all-time high it set on Wednesday.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-04-24 · Barchart*

## Key points

- Intel's stock soared 23.6%, marking its best trading day since 1987.
- Intel's spring profit forecast topped analysts’ estimates due to rising AI-related chip demand.
- Charter Communications lost 120,000 internet customers last quarter, exceeding analyst expectations.
- President Trump's Fed nominee Kevin Warsh's confirmation progressed after the DOJ ended its Powell probe.
- Brent crude for July delivery fell 0.2% to settle at $99.13 amid Strait of Hormuz tensions.

**Companies:** Intel, Procter & Gamble
**Countries:** United States, Iran, Pakistan

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