Intel (INTC) Earnings Date & Reports

Intel delivered standout Q1 2026 results. Revenue hit $13.6 billion, a 7% increase from $12.7 billion YoY, surpassing analyst consensus of about $12.4 billion. Non-GAAP EPS reached $0.29, up 123% from $0.13, far exceeding expectations of $0.01; GAAP EPS was $(0.73) due to restructuring and impairment charges.

Key segments shone: Client Computing Group (CCG, PCs) at $7.7 billion, up 1%; DCAI at $5.1 billion, up 22% on AI-driven CPU demand; Intel Products total $12.8 billion, up 9%; Intel Foundry $5.4 billion, up 16%. Non-GAAP gross margin expanded to 41.0%, from 39.2% YoY, aided by mix and pricing.

Q2 2026 guidance projects revenue $13.8-14.8 billion, GAAP gross margin 37.5%, non-GAAP 39.0%, and non-GAAP EPS $0.20—above consensus of $13.1 billion revenue and $0.09 EPS.

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Market Reaction and Investor Sentiment

Intel shares surged 24% on April 24, 2026—the largest single-day gain in decades—following the after-hours release on April 23, climbing from around $78 consensus targets to over $95. The blowout beat, AI growth, and upbeat guidance fueled optimism, with AI-driven businesses now 60% of revenue, up 40% YoY. Sentiment turned bullish, though some caution high valuations (forward P/E ~87x) and GAAP losses from impairments.

Forward Outlook and Key Factors to Monitor

Intel's Q2 guidance signals continued momentum, with revenue growth projected amid AI tailwinds. Investors should track execution on foundry expansion, as Intel Foundry's $3.2 billion operating loss reflects heavy investments in advanced nodes like Intel 18A.

AI inference and agentic computing are bright spots, with DCAI strength from Xeon CPUs complementing GPU dominance. PC refresh cycles support CCG stability. Watch demand signals from hyperscalers and partnerships like SambaNova.

Margin pressures from rising memory costs loom in H2; monitor gross margin trends and cost controls. Upcoming catalysts include 18A process ramps, CHIPS Act disbursements, and Q2 results on July 23. R&D efficiency (down 8% to $4.4 billion) and $1.1 billion operating cash flow offer visibility into capital allocation amid $5 billion CapEx.

Broader dynamics: U.S. onshoring boosts foundry competitiveness versus TSMC. Balanced monitoring of guidance attainment will clarify the turnaround trajectory.

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