Intel Stock Falls on Weak Q1 Guidance Despite Q4 Beat

Intel Corp. (INTC) shares declined after the chipmaker issued a first-quarter revenue outlook below analyst consensus, overshadowing stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter results. The company forecast Q1 2026 revenue of approximately $12.2 billion, below the $12.6 billion Street estimate, citing near-term supply constraints. For Q4 2025, Intel reported revenue of $13.7 billion and adjusted EPS of $0.15, both exceeding guidance and expectations. Management stated supply issues, particularly for client computing products, are expected to ease starting in Q2 2026, with demand in its data center and AI segment remaining strong.