KGI Securities has upgraded Intel Corp (INTC) to Outperform from Hold, a move reflecting a more optimistic outlook on the company's future prospects. The change in rating, effective December 8, 2025, coincides with Intel's current share price of $39.49.
Intel Corp, headquartered in Santa Clara, California, is a leading player in the semiconductor industry. The company designs, manufactures, and sells computer products and technologies, operating through three segments: Intel Products, Intel Foundry, and All Other. Intel Products includes the Client Computing Group (CCG), which focuses on integrating hardware and software for enhanced PC experiences, and the Data Center and AI (DCAI) segment, which provides solutions for cloud service providers and enterprises.
As of December 9, 2025, Intel's market capitalisation stands at $192.0 billion, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 969.90 and an earnings per share (EPS) of 0.01. The company also offers a notable dividend yield of 113.7%.
Upcoming earnings are scheduled for July 22, 2026, with earnings per share estimated at $0.10 and revenue projected at $13.2 billion. Analyst consensus currently leans towards a Hold rating, with 1 Strong Buy, 4 Buy, 36 Hold, 6 Sell, and 4 Strong Sell ratings.
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