Intel rivals Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co and Broadcom are reportedly exploring potential deals that could split the storied American chip giant.

The most recent report from The Wall Street Journal claims Intel held "informal" talks to sell its foundry business to TSMC and its chip design business to Broadcom. Both rumored

Shares of Intel jumped on Tuesday morning, the first day of trading since new reports emerged over the weekend that the chipmaker is the center of acquisition talks once again.