Intel Corporation, founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California. It is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of advanced semiconductor technologies. Known for its cutting-edge processors and innovation in computing. Intel has played a pivotal role in driving technological advancements in personal computers, data centers, cloud computing, and AI solutions. With its iconic “Intel Inside” branding, the company has become a household name synonymous with high-performance and reliable technology.
Over the years, Intel has expanded its portfolio beyond microprocessors to include chipsets, graphics, and advanced systems-on-chip solutions. The company is deeply committed to innovation and sustainability.
Intel Fiscal Q4 2025
Intel (INTC) reported fourth‑quarter revenue at $13.7 billion, above estimates but a 4% decline from the previous year. Full‑year revenue totaled $52.9 billion, roughly unchanged from last year. These year‑over‑year figures do not reflect the impact of Altera’s separation in the third quarter of 2025.
Intel reported a fourth‑quarter loss per share of $0.12, while non‑GAAP EPS was $0.15, which was above estimates. For the full year, EPS was a loss of $0.06, with non‑GAAP EPS at $0.42.
Key Highlights:
- Q4 2025 revenue was $13.7 billion, down 4% year over year.
- Full‑year 2025 revenue was $52.9 billion, flat with 2024.
- Q4 non‑GAAP EPS was $0.15; full‑year non‑GAAP EPS was $0.42.
- Intel generated $4.3 billion in operating cash flow in Q4 and $9.7 billion for the full year.
- Client Computing revenue fell 7% in Q4 and 3% for the year.
- Data Center and AI revenue rose 9% in Q4 and 5% for the year.
- Intel Foundry revenue grew 4% in Q4 and 3% for the year.
- Intel launched its first Intel 18A‑based AI PC platform, Core Ultra Series 3.
- Intel and Cisco partnered on a new edge AI platform powered by Xeon 6.
- Intel 18A ramped to high‑volume manufacturing in Arizona and Oregon.
- Intel completed a $5 billion common‑stock sale to NVIDIA.
Outlook
Intel expects first‑quarter 2026 revenue to fall between $11.7 billion and $12.7 billion.
On a GAAP basis, the company projects a 32.3% gross margin, a tax rate of –79%, and a diluted loss per share of $0.21.
On a non‑GAAP basis, Intel anticipates a 34.5% gross margin, an 11% tax rate, and breakeven diluted EPS.
Boards Statements
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan emphasized that the company’s confidence in the critical role of CPUs in the AI era continues to strengthen. He noted that Intel closed the year on solid footing and advanced its transformation efforts. Tan highlighted the launch of Intel’s first products built on Intel 18A, described as the most advanced process technology developed and manufactured in the United States, as a significant milestone. He added that Intel is working aggressively to expand supply in response to strong customer demand.
Intel CFO David Zinsner reported that the company surpassed its Q4 expectations for revenue, gross margin, and EPS despite industry‑wide supply constraints.
He stated that available supply is expected to reach its lowest point in Q1 before improving in Q2 and beyond. Zinsner noted that demand fundamentals across Intel’s core markets remain strong, with rapid AI adoption underscoring the continued importance of the x86 ecosystem as the world’s most widely deployed high‑performance computing architecture.
Impact on the Stock Market
Intel’s stock fell 12% in pre‑market trading after Intel issued much weaker than expected guidance for Q1 2026.
While Q4 results showed a manageable 4% revenue decline, the company’s outlook signaled a deeper slowdown ahead, with projected revenue well below analyst expectations and another quarterly loss on the horizon.
Investors were also discouraged by continued margin pressure and softness in core businesses like client computing, which suggested that Intel’s turnaround and AI‑driven growth plans are progressing more slowly than hoped.
This combination of weak guidance, declining revenue, and limited near‑term recovery prospects drove the sharp pre‑market selloff.
