The US government is increasingly taking equity stakes in companies, potentially forming a sovereign wealth fund. This followed a near 10% stake in Intel using CHIPS Act funds. While this was initially framed as a special circumstance, a Trump advisor suggests more such investments are likely. This practice, though not unprecedented (e.g., 2008 financial crisis), has drawn criticism, with some viewing it as government overreach in the private sector. The move has generated over $200 billion in private investments and job creation but also raised concerns about government intervention in the market.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.