Citigroup has downgraded Intel Corp (INTC) to Sell from Neutral as of September 18, 2025. The current share price stands at $33.67. This move underscores a growing caution regarding the company's outlook, potentially reflecting concerns over competitive pressures, market conditions, or execution risks that may affect performance.
Intel, headquartered in Santa Clara, California, operates in the semiconductor industry and employs approximately 108,900 full-time staff. The company designs, manufactures, and sells various computer products and technologies through its three segments: Intel Products, Intel Foundry, and All Other. The Intel Products segment includes the Client Computing Group (CCG), Data Center and AI (DCAI), and Network and Edge (NEX).
As of November 1, 2025, the analyst consensus for Intel stands at Hold, with 1 Strong Buy, 3 Buy, 36 Hold, 6 Sell, and 4 Strong Sell ratings. Upcoming earnings are anticipated on July 22, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $0.09 and revenue of $13.2 billion. Recent earnings performance has shown significant surprises, including a Q3 2025 EPS of $0.23 compared to an estimate of $0.01, marking a 2200% surprise.
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