Intel Extends After-Hours Drop as Investors Focus on Forward Outlook, Not the Q4 Beat

Intel’s selloff accelerated in extended trading despite the company beating expectations on both earnings and revenue. After initially falling about 6%, the stock slid deeper to roughly 12% lower in after-hours action, highlighting how sharply markets can react when guidance disappoints or confidence in the turnaround narrative weakens.

While Intel posted EPS of $0.15 and revenue of $13.7B, investors appeared more focused on the company’s outlook for the upcoming quarter and the broader question of whether earnings power can normalize amid heavy spending and competitive pressure.