Core Insights - Intel's stock closed at $45.07, down 17.03% after Q4 2025 earnings report, which revealed a weaker-than-expected Q1 2026 outlook due to supply constraints and foundry losses [1] - The trading volume for Intel reached 290 million shares, significantly above its three-month average of 100.3 million shares [1] - Intel's Q4 earnings exceeded Wall Street expectations, particularly in the data center and AI segment, generating $4.7 billion in revenue compared to the expected $4.4 billion [3] - Management's guidance for Q1 2026 sales is $12.2 billion, below the expected $12.6 billion, leading to a sell-off [3] - CFO David Zisner indicated that the supply constraint is expected to bottom out in Q1 and rebound in Q2, suggesting a positive long-term outlook despite short-term challenges [4] Market Movement - The S&P 500 finished up 0.03% at 6,915, while the Nasdaq Composite increased by 0.28% to close at 23,501 [2] - Among semiconductor stocks, Advanced Micro Devices closed at $259.68 (+2.35%), and Nvidia finished at $187.68 (+1.54%) [2]
Stock Market Today, Jan. 23: Intel Plunges After Weak Outlook Highlights Supply Constraints and Foundry Losses