AMD is currently facing challenges in maintaining its market position against Intel, particularly with the release of Intel's Centrino 2 chips. Despite a history of fluctuating stock performance, concerns are growing that AMD may not recover as swiftly this time due to declining performance in business operations and technical capabilities. The potential for AMD's stock to be a good buy is debated, with some sources suggesting a low-risk investment due to its low share price, while others predict dire consequences for the company. The competitive landscape is also shifting, as NVIDIA is experiencing difficulties with its motherboard chips and video cards, which are being outperformed by ATI, a subsidiary of AMD. Discussions about potential corporate maneuvers include the possibility of a hostile takeover or a demerger of ATI from AMD to protect its value. The industry is dynamic, and a successful launch of a competitive low-power chip by AMD could change its fortunes.
