Stock Analysis on Net

Intel Corp. (NASDAQ:INTC)

$24.99

Income Statement

Intel Corp., consolidated income statement

US$ in millions

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12 months ended: Dec 27, 2025 Dec 28, 2024 Dec 30, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 25, 2021
Net revenue
Cost of sales
Gross profit
Research and development
Marketing, general and administrative
Restructuring and other charges
Operating expenses
Operating income (loss)
Unrealized losses on marketable equity investments, net
Unrealized gains on non-marketable equity investments, net
Impairment charges on non-marketable equity investments
Unrealized gains (losses) on equity investments, net
Realized gains on sales of equity investments, net
Gains on equity investments, net
Interest income
Interest expense
Loss on mark-to-market of Escrowed Shares
Gain on divestiture of Altera
Other, net
Interest and other, net
Income (loss) before taxes
(Provision for) benefit from taxes
Net income (loss)
Net (income) loss attributable to non-controlling interests
Net income (loss) attributable to Intel

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-25).


The financial performance exhibited a significant shift over the five-year period. Initially, the company demonstrated robust profitability, but subsequent years revealed a marked decline in key financial metrics, culminating in a substantial loss. Revenue decreased consistently throughout the period, while cost management proved inconsistent.

Revenue Trend
Net revenue experienced a consistent downward trajectory, decreasing from US$79,024 million in 2021 to US$52,853 million in 2025. This represents a cumulative decline of approximately 33.2% over the five-year period, indicating increasing challenges in maintaining sales volume or pricing power.
Profitability Analysis
Gross profit mirrored the revenue decline, falling from US$43,815 million in 2021 to US$18,375 million in 2025. Operating income demonstrated a particularly dramatic shift, transitioning from a substantial profit of US$19,456 million in 2021 to a significant loss of US$2,214 million in 2025. Net income attributable to the company followed a similar pattern, decreasing from US$19,868 million in 2021 to a loss of US$267 million in 2025.
Cost of Sales and Operating Expenses
Cost of sales remained relatively stable between 2021 and 2023, then increased in 2024 before decreasing slightly in 2025. Operating expenses initially remained consistent, but experienced a substantial increase in 2024, driven largely by restructuring and other charges, before decreasing in 2025. The increase in operating expenses in 2024 significantly contributed to the operating loss observed in that year.
Research and Development
Investment in research and development remained substantial throughout the period, fluctuating between US$16,046 million and US$17,528 million. A decrease was observed in 2025 to US$13,774 million, potentially indicating a shift in strategic priorities or cost-cutting measures. Despite consistent investment, the decline in overall profitability suggests that R&D spending did not translate into sufficient revenue growth.
Investment Gains and Losses
Gains on equity investments were significant in 2021 and 2022, contributing positively to net income. However, unrealized losses on marketable equity investments and impairment charges on non-marketable equity investments became increasingly prominent in subsequent years, negatively impacting overall results. A substantial loss on mark-to-market of Escrowed Shares was recorded in 2025, further exacerbating the net loss.
Interest and Taxes
Interest income increased over the period, while interest expense remained relatively stable. The provision for taxes fluctuated significantly, moving from a benefit in 2022 to a substantial expense in 2024. These fluctuations in tax provisions impacted the final net income figures.
Other Notable Items
A gain on divestiture of Altera was recorded in 2025, providing a positive offset to the overall losses. Restructuring and other charges were particularly high in 2024, contributing to the significant operating loss. Other, net, exhibited considerable volatility throughout the period.

In summary, the company experienced a period of declining revenue and profitability. While investment in research and development remained consistent, it did not prevent a substantial deterioration in financial performance. Investment-related losses and significant restructuring charges further contributed to the negative trend, culminating in a net loss in 2025.