The chart below shows how INTC performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, INTC sees a +4.45% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +0.31% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by -0.47%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Q4 Revenue Increase: Revenue for Q4 was $14.3 billion, up 7% sequentially, exceeding guidance due to solid growth in CCG and NEX segments.
Gross Margin Performance: Non-GAAP gross margin for Q4 was 42.1%, 260 basis points ahead of guidance, driven by higher revenue and better cost management.
Operating Profit Increase: Intel Products operating profit reached $3.6 billion, representing 28% of revenue, an increase of $300 million quarter over quarter due to higher revenue and reduced operating expenses.
Foundry Revenue Increase: Intel Foundry revenue increased to $4.5 billion, up 3% sequentially, supported by a higher EUV wafer mix and increased equipment sales.
CHIPS Grants Impact: The company received $1.1 billion in CHIPS grants in Q4, contributing positively to financial performance and supporting future growth initiatives.
Negative
Annual Revenue Decline: Revenue for the full year was $53.1 billion, down 2.1% year over year, primarily due to declines in Mobileye and Alterra, as well as a forecasted decline in Foundry Services.
Gross Margin Decline: Full year gross margin decreased to 36%, down 760 basis points due to Q3 impairments, lower revenue, and inventory impacts.
EPS Decline Analysis: Full year EPS was minus $0.13, a decline of $1.18 on lower revenue, lower gross margin, and higher period charges.
Operating Loss Challenges: Intel Foundry reported a greater than $13 billion operating loss in 2024, with negative gross margins, indicating significant financial challenges in the segment.
Q1 Revenue Decline Forecast: Q1 revenue guidance is projected to decline between 11% to 18% sequentially, reflecting macro uncertainty and inventory digestion across all segments.
Earnings call transcript: Intel beats Q4 2024 EPS forecast, stock dips
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