Calculation
| P/OP | = | Share price1, 2, 3 | ÷ | Operating profit per share1 | Operating profit per share1 | = | Operating income (loss)1 (in millions) |
÷ | No. shares of common stock outstanding2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2026 | — | = | 45.07 | ÷ | -0.44 | -0.44 | = | -2,214 | ÷ | 4,995,000,000 | |
| Jan 31, 2025 | — | = | 19.43 | ÷ | -2.70 | -2.70 | = | -11,678 | ÷ | 4,330,000,000 | |
| Jan 26, 2024 | 1,984.43 | = | 43.65 | ÷ | 0.02 | 0.02 | = | 93 | ÷ | 4,228,000,000 | |
| Jan 27, 2023 | 49.91 | = | 28.16 | ÷ | 0.56 | 0.56 | = | 2,334 | ÷ | 4,137,000,000 | |
| Jan 27, 2022 | 10.82 | = | 51.69 | ÷ | 4.78 | 4.78 | = | 19,456 | ÷ | 4,072,000,000 | |
| Jan 22, 2021 | 9.72 | = | 56.66 | ÷ | 5.83 | 5.83 | = | 23,678 | ÷ | 4,063,000,000 | |
| Jan 24, 2020 | 13.29 | = | 68.47 | ÷ | 5.15 | 5.15 | = | 22,035 | ÷ | 4,277,000,000 | |
| Feb 1, 2019 | 9.40 | = | 48.73 | ÷ | 5.18 | 5.18 | = | 23,316 | ÷ | 4,497,000,000 | |
| Feb 16, 2018 | 11.86 | = | 45.56 | ÷ | 3.84 | 3.84 | = | 17,936 | ÷ | 4,668,000,000 | |
| Feb 17, 2017 | 13.40 | = | 36.48 | ÷ | 2.72 | 2.72 | = | 12,874 | ÷ | 4,728,000,000 | |
| Feb 12, 2016 | 9.66 | = | 28.64 | ÷ | 2.96 | 2.96 | = | 14,002 | ÷ | 4,724,000,000 | |
| Feb 13, 2015 | 10.60 | = | 34.36 | ÷ | 3.24 | 3.24 | = | 15,347 | ÷ | 4,736,000,000 | |
| Feb 14, 2014 | 10.02 | = | 24.76 | ÷ | 2.47 | 2.47 | = | 12,291 | ÷ | 4,972,000,000 | |
| Feb 19, 2013 | 7.13 | = | 21.09 | ÷ | 2.96 | 2.96 | = | 14,638 | ÷ | 4,946,000,000 | |
| Feb 23, 2012 | 7.62 | = | 26.66 | ÷ | 3.50 | 3.50 | = | 17,477 | ÷ | 4,996,000,000 | |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 7.79 | = | 22.14 | ÷ | 2.84 | 2.84 | = | 15,588 | ÷ | 5,488,000,000 | |
| Feb 22, 2010 | 20.19 | = | 20.87 | ÷ | 1.03 | 1.03 | = | 5,711 | ÷ | 5,524,000,000 | |
| Feb 23, 2009 | 7.50 | = | 12.08 | ÷ | 1.61 | 1.61 | = | 8,954 | ÷ | 5,562,000,000 | |
| Feb 20, 2008 | 14.36 | = | 20.38 | ÷ | 1.42 | 1.42 | = | 8,216 | ÷ | 5,788,000,000 | |
| Feb 26, 2007 | 21.27 | = | 20.85 | ÷ | 0.98 | 0.98 | = | 5,652 | ÷ | 5,767,000,000 | |
| Feb 27, 2006 | 9.99 | = | 20.52 | ÷ | 2.06 | 2.06 | = | 12,090 | ÷ | 5,883,000,000 |
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$
2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.
3 Closing price as at the filing date of Intel Corp. Annual Report.
The Price to Operating Profit (P/OP) ratio exhibits considerable fluctuation over the observed period, spanning from 2006 to 2026. Initial values indicate a relatively high ratio, followed by periods of both increase and decrease, culminating in exceptionally high values in the most recent years with available information.
- Initial Period (2006-2008)
- From 2006 to 2008, the P/OP ratio demonstrates volatility. It begins at 9.99, increases to a peak of 21.27, and then declines to 14.36. This suggests a period of shifting investor sentiment relative to operating profitability.
- Period of Moderation (2009-2013)
- Between 2009 and 2013, the P/OP ratio generally remains within a narrower range, fluctuating between 7.13 and 10.60. This indicates a period of relative stability in the market’s valuation of the company’s operating profits. A slight upward trend is observable during this timeframe.
- Mid-Range Fluctuation (2014-2018)
- From 2014 through 2018, the P/OP ratio continues to fluctuate, ranging from 9.66 to 13.40. While still exhibiting variability, the values remain within a similar range as the previous period, suggesting continued moderate investor expectations. A slight increase is noted towards the end of this period.
- Recent Years (2019-2026)
- The period from 2019 marks a significant shift. The P/OP ratio initially rises to 13.29, then experiences a dramatic increase, reaching 49.91 in 2023. This is followed by an exceptionally high value of 1,984.43 in 2024. The final value available, for 2025, is not provided. This substantial increase suggests a significant divergence between share price and operating profit, potentially indicating speculative investment or a substantial change in market perception. The negative operating profit per share in 2025 and 2026 likely contributes to the extremely high, and potentially anomalous, P/OP ratio values.
Overall, the P/OP ratio demonstrates a clear escalation in recent years, particularly from 2019 onwards. The dramatic increase in 2023 and 2024 warrants further investigation to determine the underlying causes, considering the concurrent changes in operating profit per share.
Comparison to Competitors
| Intel Corp. | Advanced Micro Devices Inc. | Analog Devices Inc. | Applied Materials Inc. | Broadcom Inc. | Lam Research Corp. | Micron Technology Inc. | NVIDIA Corp. | Qualcomm Inc. | Texas Instruments Inc. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2026 | — | 88.36 | 42.08 | 24.80 | 61.37 | 21.88 | 21.58 | 39.33 | 15.58 | — |
| Jan 31, 2025 | — | 95.53 | 53.48 | 17.52 | 76.87 | 24.29 | 86.94 | 51.16 | 19.08 | 30.49 |
| Jan 26, 2024 | 1,984.43 | 675.69 | 23.53 | 17.58 | 31.96 | 16.79 | — | 136.19 | 15.85 | 19.75 |
| Jan 27, 2023 | 49.91 | 100.42 | 26.16 | 11.35 | 16.33 | 11.79 | 5.93 | 66.12 | 7.95 | 16.29 |
| Jan 27, 2022 | 10.82 | 39.48 | 56.12 | 18.85 | 30.78 | 18.34 | 12.48 | 75.08 | 15.84 | 17.67 |
| Jan 22, 2021 | 9.72 | 75.77 | 33.76 | 18.50 | 44.04 | 20.40 | 19.51 | 66.40 | 23.32 | 26.53 |
| Jan 24, 2020 | 13.29 | 91.66 | 24.74 | 16.36 | 36.85 | 12.13 | 6.83 | 24.79 | 12.60 | 21.46 |
| Feb 1, 2019 | 9.40 | 51.38 | 17.62 | 6.74 | 19.42 | 8.67 | 3.20 | 45.61 | 103.26 | 15.00 |
| Feb 16, 2018 | 11.86 | 59.52 | 30.97 | 14.35 | 44.92 | 13.68 | 7.98 | 31.31 | 30.15 | 16.81 |
| Feb 17, 2017 | 13.40 | — | 21.85 | 16.54 | — | 13.46 | 106.63 | 23.80 | 15.26 | 16.07 |
| Feb 12, 2016 | 9.66 | — | 22.69 | 12.92 | 23.80 | 14.45 | 6.04 | 16.52 | 15.68 | 12.34 |
| Feb 13, 2015 | 10.60 | — | 23.01 | 19.66 | 59.05 | 16.98 | 11.23 | 19.66 | 17.00 | 15.64 |
| Feb 14, 2014 | 10.02 | 26.08 | 20.62 | 46.30 | 23.31 | 64.12 | 74.52 | 12.16 | 16.30 | 17.02 |
| Feb 19, 2013 | 7.13 | — | 14.67 | 31.47 | 13.51 | 26.84 | — | 14.06 | 17.43 | 19.14 |
| Feb 23, 2012 | 7.62 | 14.16 | 9.26 | 6.04 | 12.05 | 5.54 | 7.18 | 40.70 | 17.45 | 12.75 |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 7.79 | 7.42 | 11.93 | 12.82 | 13.69 | 10.92 | 4.84 | — | 22.51 | 9.25 |
| Feb 22, 2010 | 20.19 | 8.03 | 30.48 | — | 81.90 | — | — | — | 32.90 | 15.16 |
| Feb 23, 2009 | 7.50 | — | 7.90 | 10.25 | — | 9.41 | — | 13.27 | 14.67 | 8.01 |
| Feb 20, 2008 | 14.36 | — | 16.49 | 10.36 | — | 6.12 | — | 22.39 | 22.57 | 11.81 |
| Feb 26, 2007 | 21.27 | — | 20.89 | 12.54 | — | 14.39 | 30.18 | 24.63 | 22.34 | 13.27 |
| Feb 27, 2006 | 9.99 | 84.32 | 26.80 | 21.07 | — | 10.23 | 39.55 | 37.70 | 27.83 | 17.12 |
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).