Intel Stock Outlook December 2025: AI Wafers Shortage, Tata Deal and U.S. Government Stake Reshape INTC
Intel shares have surged 101% year-to-date, trading near $40.30 midday December 9, 2025, with a market value around $172 billion. The company returned to profit in Q3, posting $4.1 billion net income after a $16.6 billion loss a year earlier. Wall Street remains cautious, with most analysts warning the stock is ahead of fundamentals. Intel’s Q4 guidance stays conservative despite the rebound.