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Intel beats Q2, raises outlook on foundry momentum and AI demand

Jul 24, 2026, 6:01 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Strong Q2 beat, meaningful guidance uplift, and a clear narrative around foundry execution and AI server demand can catalyze multiple expansion. Price reaction will hinge on sustaining external foundry wins and margin improvement; history shows mixed reactions if execution stalls or competitors gain share.

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Intel beat Q2 expectations with revenue of $16.13B and adjusted EPS of $0.42, led by Data Center/AI and Foundry growth. Guidance for Q3 revenue of $15.8B-$16.8B and EPS of $0.38 topped consensus, reinforcing a cautious turnaround narrative. Execution, external foundry wins, and AI infrastructure demand remain the primary near-term catalysts and risks.

Q2 revenue $16.13B, up 25% YoY; adj EPS $0.42, beat estimates.
Data Center and AI revenue +59%; Foundry +31% YoY.
Q3 guidance revenue $15.8B-$16.8B; adj EPS $0.38, above estimates.
Foundry execution remains key catalyst; external customers eyed (Apple, Microsoft, Amazon).
INTC stock up ~5.6% premarket to about $105.79.

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