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200737 https://hdl.handle.net/2286/R.2.N.200737 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0 2025-05 72 pages Naik, Shivani Ahmed, Selma Moore, Mason Wright, James Simonson, Mark Hertzel, Mike Barrett, The Honors College Department of Finance Dean, W.P. Carey School of Business Department of Information Systems The Company X Collaborative Thesis Program matches teams of selected Business Honors students with managers from Company X Corporation. The teams work together on a topic identified by the Company X managers, who serve as coaches throughout the process. Based on the topic chosen and with input from the team coaches, the thesis will first define the problem to be addressed and outline why Company X is interested in this problem or opportunity. The thesis will then present an analysis that the team believes will help Company X successfully address the defined problem or opportunity. Our project evaluated strategic options for Company X to maximize long-term shareholder value in light of declining revenue, margin compression, and reduced market valuation. We specifically examined whether Company X should continue operating as an integrated device manufacturer (IDM), spin off its foundry and products businesses, or pursue alternative strategies. Through in-depth financial analysis, benchmarking against competitors such as AMD and TSMC, and assessment of Company X’s IDM 2.0 strategy, we analyzed the potential impacts on efficiency, valuation, and capital generation. Our recommendation outlines a path forward that we believe best positions Company X for sustainable growth and increased shareholder returns. Finance Strategy ASU Intel Collaborative Thesis Program