Intel Stock Drops After Q4 Earnings: Is INTC a Buy Now?

Intel (INTC) shares moved lower after the company reported fourth-quarter earnings, even though the chipmaker beat expectations. The market’s reaction reflects investor concern about management’s first-quarter outlook, which came in below consensus and highlighted near-term operational challenges. For Q4, Intel posted revenue of $13.7 billion, surpassing both Wall Street estimates and the company’s own guidance. Growth was broad-based across the business, supported by continued investment in AI infrastruc ...