After a hot start to 2026, shares of Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) plunged on news that the semiconductor company issued weak guidance in its latest earnings report. The stock is still trading up around 19% in 2026 and has more than doubled over the past year, as of this writing. Let's take a closer look at its earnings report and prospects to see if long-term investors should consider buying this recent dip. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks ...