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Historical Annual Returns
Over the past 20 years, Intel Corporation has delivered an average annual return of 11.3%. The stock peaked in 2023 with a massive +92.4% gain, while investors faced a downturn in 2024 (-57.5%). Overall, the stock finished in the green 13 times out of 20 years.
Avg Return
+11.3%
Win Rate
65%
13W - 7L
Best
+92.4%
2023
Worst
-57.5%
2024
Performance Consistency
About Intel Corporation
Visit Website ↗Intel Corporation is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of semiconductor products and technologies that power the world’s computing infrastructure. As of 2026, the company is undergoing a massive strategic transformation under its IDM 2.0 (Integrated Device Manufacturing) model, positioning itself as a world-class 'systems foundry' for the AI era. Intel's operations span from consumer PC processors and data center CPUs to specialized AI accelerators and advanced semiconductor manufacturing services for external customers. The company is currently focused on reclaiming process technology leadership with its 'five nodes in four years' roadmap and the ramp-up of its Intel 18A manufacturing process.
Key Business Segments
Client Computing Group (CCG)
The largest revenue driver, focused on personal computing displays, notebooks, and desktop processors including the Intel Core Ultra and Panther Lake families.
Data Center and AI (DCAI)
Develops workload-optimized solutions for cloud service providers and enterprises, featuring Xeon processors and Gaudi AI accelerators.
Intel Foundry
An independent business unit providing wafer fabrication, advanced packaging, and chiplet design services to both Intel and third-party 'fabless' chip companies.
Network and Edge (NEX)
Focuses on programmable platforms for networking, IoT, and edge computing to accelerate data movement and processing outside the data center.
All Other (Mobileye & Altera)
Includes autonomous driving technology (Mobileye) and programmable logic devices (Altera, formerly the Programmable Solutions Group).
Key Innovations
- ✓The 4004 (First commercially available microprocessor)
- ✓x86 Architecture (Industry standard for personal and server computing)
- ✓High-K Metal Gate and Tri-Gate (3D) transistor technology
- ✓Intel 18A process node featuring PowerVia and RibbonFET
- ✓Advanced Packaging (Foveros and EMIB)
- ✓Thunderbolt connectivity and Wi-Fi 7 standards leadership
Historical Milestones
Intel founded by Robert Noyce and Gordon Moore in Mountain View, California.
Introduced the world's first microprocessor, the Intel 4004; completed Initial Public Offering.
Released the 8086 processor, the foundation of the x86 architecture.
Launched the Pentium processor, defining a new era of consumer PC performance.
Introduced its first dual-core processors and successfully transitioned Apple Macs to Intel architecture.
Pat Gelsinger returns as CEO and announces the IDM 2.0 strategy to enter the foundry market.
Began high-volume production of the Intel 18A process node, aimed at overtaking industry rivals in transistor density.