Should you buy Intel stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Intel is currently Strong Buy. Intel trades at $112.55 as of Oct 7, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 4.866 with falling momentum (signal: 5.488); RSI is at 52.0 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $116.37 points to 3.4% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Intel stock?
The average analyst price target for Intel is $116.37. The current price is $112.55, which gives an upside of 3.4%. Based on this, the stock is considered fairly valued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $104.73 and $128.01.
Is Intel a dividend stock?
Intel has not paid a dividend since 2024. The latest dividend was $0.13 per share with an ex-dividend date of Aug 7, 2024.
What is the risk of Intel stock?
Intel is rated as a stock in the risk category Extremely speculative. the annual standard deviation is 77.0%, which classifies the stock as Extremely speculative.
Is Intel overvalued?
Intel is considered fairly valued – the price is close to the analyst price target. Intel has the following valuation ratios: a P/S ratio of 11.1, a P/B ratio of 7.4. The stock trades close to the analyst price target and is considered fairly valued.
Is Intel overbought?
No, Intel is not overbought. RSI is at 52.0 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 52.0 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 0.4% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is positive, but momentum is falling.
When is the next Intel earnings report?
Intel reports its next earnings on October 22, 2026. The stock currently trades at $112.55.
Is Intel shorted?
Yes, Intel is shorted with 3.0% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying Intel stock?
Yes, insiders are net buyers of Intel – they are buying more shares than they are selling. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 1 purchases and 0 sales. On a net basis, 9,999,985 $ worth of shares were bought. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 13 purchases and 7 sales, with a net 1,823,615,419 $ sold. Active buyers include TAN LIP BU, Zinsner David, David Zinsner and others. Insider buying is generally seen as a positive signal, because management is putting its own money into the company.
Is Intel a good stock?
Based on our total score, Intel is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 42 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 10/100, Quality: 30/100, Momentum: 86/100. In addition: technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Intel is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Intel stock?
The outlook for Intel based on current data: the average analyst price target is $116.37 (+3.4%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on Oct 22, 2026, which can move the price. Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Intel stock moving?
Intel is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can Intel go?
The average analyst price target for Intel is $116.37, which corresponds to a potential gain of 3.4% from the current price of $112.55. The stock has traded between $32.89 and $142.35 over the last 52 weeks. The price is 20.9% below the 52-week high, which can indicate potential if the underlying fundamentals are intact. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Intel fall?
The stock has traded as low as $32.89 over the last 52 weeks — that is 70.8% below the current price of $112.55. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 76.9% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±77.0% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Intel do?
Intel makes and sells computer products and technology around the world. It earns most of its money by selling "platform products" — this means central processors (the main chip that runs a computer) and chipsets (supporting chips that work alongside the processor). Intel also... The company belongs to the Technology sector, more specifically the Semiconductors industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Intel as an investment.
Did Intel raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Intel. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is Intel making money or losing money?
No, Intel is currently not making money — the company is losing money with a negative profit margin of -19.8%, a noticeable loss. That means the business loses money on every dollar of revenue. The operating margin, however, is positive at 12.2% — the core business makes money; the loss comes from financing costs, taxes or one-off items. For growth stocks investing in expansion this is normal — but it raises the risk if the company does not reach break-even before its capital runs out.
Can Intel go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Intel is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 1.88 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 6 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 92% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Intel have a lot of debt?
Intel has moderate debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 92%. For the technology sector, 60-120% counts as a typical level. Tech companies are usually asset-light and need little borrowed capital — anything below 60% counts as low in this sector. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Intel service its debt? Could struggle to service its debt — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is -32.7x, and net debt equals 2.2 years of earnings (EBITDA).
