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- Balance Sheet: Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
- Common-Size Income Statement
- Common-Size Balance Sheet: Assets
- Analysis of Short-term (Operating) Activity Ratios
- DuPont Analysis: Disaggregation of ROE, ROA, and Net Profit Margin
- Enterprise Value (EV)
- Enterprise Value to FCFF (EV/FCFF)
- Return on Equity (ROE) since 2005
- Price to Operating Profit (P/OP) since 2005
- Price to Book Value (P/BV) since 2005
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Calculation
Intel Corp., current ratio, long-term trends, calculation
| Current ratio | = | Current assets1 | ÷ | Current liabilities1 | |
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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), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
1 US$ in millions
The current ratio exhibited considerable fluctuation between 2005 and 2025. Initially, the ratio demonstrated a generally positive trend, followed by periods of decline and subsequent recovery. A detailed examination reveals distinct phases in its behavior.
- Initial Period (2005-2007)
- The current ratio began at 2.30 in 2005 and experienced a slight decrease to 2.15 in 2006. However, it rebounded strongly in 2007, reaching 2.79. This suggests a strengthening of the company’s short-term liquidity position during this period.
- Volatility and Decline (2008-2014)
- From 2008 through 2014, the current ratio displayed increased volatility. It decreased to 2.54 in 2008, then recovered to 2.79 and peaked at 3.39 in 2010. A subsequent decline was observed, falling to a low of 1.73 in 2014. This period indicates potential challenges in managing short-term assets and liabilities, possibly influenced by broader economic conditions.
- Recovery and Subsequent Fluctuations (2015-2025)
- The ratio partially recovered to 2.58 in 2015, but then decreased again to 1.57 in 2016 and 1.69 in 2017. It remained relatively stable around 1.73 in 2018, before declining to 1.40 in 2019. A notable increase occurred in 2020, reaching 1.91, followed by 2.10 in 2021. However, the ratio decreased to 1.54 in 2022 and further to 1.33 in 2023, before recovering to 2.02 in 2025. This final phase suggests ongoing adjustments in working capital management and potential sensitivity to external factors.
- Overall Trend
- While the current ratio generally remained above 1.0, indicating sufficient current assets to cover current liabilities, the significant fluctuations throughout the period suggest inconsistent liquidity management. The most substantial declines occurred between 2010-2014 and 2021-2023, warranting further investigation into the underlying causes. The recovery in 2025 is a positive sign, but continued monitoring is recommended.
In conclusion, the company’s current ratio has demonstrated a complex pattern over the analyzed timeframe, characterized by periods of strength, weakness, and recovery. These fluctuations likely reflect changes in business strategy, economic conditions, and internal financial management practices.
Comparison to Competitors
Intel Corp., current ratio, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Intel Corp. | Advanced Micro Devices Inc. | Analog Devices Inc. | Applied Materials Inc. | Broadcom Inc. | KLA Corp. | Lam Research Corp. | Micron Technology Inc. | NVIDIA Corp. | Qualcomm Inc. | Texas Instruments Inc. | |
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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), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Sector (Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment)
Intel Corp., current ratio, long-term trends, comparison to sector (semiconductors & semiconductor equipment)
| Intel Corp. | Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment | |
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| Dec 27, 2025 | ||
| Dec 28, 2024 | ||
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| Dec 31, 2022 | ||
| Dec 25, 2021 | ||
| Dec 26, 2020 | ||
| Dec 28, 2019 | ||
| Dec 29, 2018 | ||
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| Dec 28, 2013 | ||
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| Dec 31, 2011 | ||
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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), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Industry (Information Technology)
Intel Corp., current ratio, long-term trends, comparison to industry (information technology)
| Intel Corp. | Information Technology | |
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| Dec 28, 2013 | ||
| Dec 29, 2012 | ||
| Dec 31, 2011 | ||
| Dec 25, 2010 | ||
| Dec 26, 2009 | ||
| Dec 27, 2008 | ||
| Dec 29, 2007 | ||
| Dec 30, 2006 | ||
| Dec 31, 2005 |
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), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).