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    Will SLATE 3D Integration and SEALSQ Quantum Partnership Change GLOBALFOUNDRIES' (GFS) Competitive Narrative?

    Simply Wall St·07/14/2026 21:22:59
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    • Earlier this month, SEALSQ Corp. announced a Memorandum of Understanding with GlobalFoundries to co-develop secure semiconductor platforms, Post-Quantum Cryptography solutions, and cryogenic ASICs, leveraging GlobalFoundries’ manufacturing and MIPS unit alongside SEALSQ’s security and quantum expertise to support U.S. and European supply chain goals.
    • GlobalFoundries also reported that its SLATE wafer-to-wafer bonding technology is now production-ready on the 9SW RF-SOI platform in Singapore, pointing to denser, more power-efficient chip designs that could broaden its role in advanced communications and quantum-related applications.
    • Now we’ll explore how GlobalFoundries’ production-ready SLATE 3D integration technology could influence its investment narrative and long-term competitive positioning.

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    GLOBALFOUNDRIES Investment Narrative Recap

    To own GlobalFoundries, you need to believe that its focus on specialty processes, regional manufacturing, and long term partnerships can offset its smaller role in cutting edge nodes. The SEALSQ quantum and security MoU, together with production ready SLATE 3D integration, may strengthen that specialty story, but they do not fundamentally change the near term risk that heavy capital spending and pricing pressure in mature nodes could weigh on margins and free cash flow.

    Among recent updates, the launch of GlobalFoundries’ first quarterly dividend of US$0.12 per share in May 2026 is especially relevant. It signals a shift toward shareholder returns at the same time the company is pushing advanced packaging, RF, and quantum adjacent technologies, which could increase capital intensity and magnify the impact if demand in automotive, communications, or smart mobile markets softens.

    Yet beneath the promise of secure, quantum ready chips, investors should be aware that...

    Read the full narrative on GLOBALFOUNDRIES (it's free!)

    GLOBALFOUNDRIES' narrative projects $8.6 billion revenue and $1.3 billion earnings by 2029. This requires 8.4% yearly revenue growth and an earnings increase of about $415 million from $885.0 million today.

    Uncover how GLOBALFOUNDRIES' forecasts yield a $51.30 fair value, a 19% downside to its current price.

    Exploring Other Perspectives

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    Some of the most pessimistic analysts, who were assuming only about 8.3 percent annual revenue growth and US$1.4 billion in 2029 earnings, worry that lagging investment in advanced nodes could blunt the impact of SLATE and quantum alliances, so it is worth comparing their view with more optimistic takes before you decide where you stand.

    Explore 5 other fair value estimates on GLOBALFOUNDRIES - why the stock might be worth as much as 75% more than the current price!

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.