Intel Corporation (NASDAQ:INTC) saw its shares skyrocket on November 1, 2024, after reporting better-than-expected third-quarter results and providing an optimistic outlook for the fourth quarter. Despite posting a massive net loss of $16.6 billion due to substantial restructuring charges and impairment costs, the company's revenue and guidance signaled progress in its turnaround strategy, fueling investor optimism.
For the third quarter, Intel delivered revenue of $13.3 billion, exceeding the midpoint of its guidance range and analysts' expectations. However, the company's bottom line was significantly impacted by $18.7 billion in restructuring charges and impairment costs, including a $9.9 billion non-cash charge related to a valuation allowance against U.S. deferred tax assets.
Excluding one-time items, Intel reported an adjusted loss of $0.46 per share, wider than the anticipated $0.02 loss but reflecting the ongoing challenges and costs associated with the company's turnaround efforts.
The highlight of Intel's report was its optimistic guidance for the fourth quarter. The company projected revenue between $13.3 billion and $14.3 billion, with the midpoint of $13.8 billion slightly above the consensus estimate of $13.66 billion. Intel also expects an adjusted EPS of $0.12, surpassing analysts' $0.08 forecast, and adjusted gross margins of 39.5%.
