$Intel(INTC)$  Here's a hypothetical worst-case bearish scenario: Intel Foundry fails and shuts down. That leaves only a duopoly for advanced nodes: TSMC and Samsung. TSMC capacities are already over-constrained, coupled with persistent geopolitical concerns. Samsung offers an alternative foundry, but extended worker strikes and disruptions are wreaking havoc on its fab production. This uncertainty, instability, and near-monopoly pose serious risks to the entire world, not just the U.S. markets. Consumer electronics—laptops, phones, TVs, appliances, cars, etc.—would see prices skyrocket. Military and secret electronics, drones, fighter jets, submarines, radars, satellites, GPS-guided weapons, communications devices, etc., would be in extreme danger. Therefore, failure for Intel Foundry is not an option; it's crucial for national security and consumer protection. Honestly, in the grand scheme of things, my concern is less about a potential investment loss in Intel and more about the broader implications.