Stock Analysis on Net

Intel Corp. (NASDAQ:INTC)

$24.99

Operating Profit Margin
since 2005

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Calculation

Intel Corp., operating profit margin, long-term trends, calculation

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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).

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The operating profit margin exhibited considerable fluctuation over the period from 2005 to 2025. Initially, a substantial decline in profitability is observed between 2005 and 2006, followed by a period of recovery and relative stability before another period of volatility. Recent years demonstrate a significant and concerning deterioration in operating profitability.

Initial Period (2005-2006)
A marked decrease in the operating profit margin occurred from 31.14% in 2005 to 15.97% in 2006. This represents a substantial reduction in profitability relative to revenue, suggesting increased costs or pricing pressures.
Recovery and Stability (2006-2010)
Following the decline, the operating profit margin generally improved, reaching a peak of 35.73% in 2010. This indicates successful cost management or increased pricing power during this timeframe. However, the margin remained below the 2005 level until 2010.
Fluctuating Performance (2011-2019)
The period between 2011 and 2019 shows a fluctuating pattern, with the operating profit margin oscillating between approximately 21% and 33%. While generally remaining positive, this period lacks a clear upward or downward trend, suggesting sensitivity to market conditions and internal factors. The highest margin within this period was 32.91% in 2018.
Recent Deterioration (2020-2025)
A significant and rapid decline in the operating profit margin is evident from 2020 onwards. From a level of 30.41% in 2020, the margin decreased to 3.70% in 2022, and then turned negative, reaching -21.99% in 2023 and -4.19% in 2025. This indicates a substantial loss in profitability and potential operational challenges. The operating income (loss) figures corroborate this trend, showing a large loss in 2023.

The overall trend suggests a company that experienced periods of strong profitability, followed by increasing instability and a recent, dramatic decline in operating performance. The negative operating profit margins in the latest years are particularly concerning and warrant further investigation.


Comparison to Competitors

Intel Corp., operating profit margin, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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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).