Intel expects Q3 revenue of $15.8–16.8 bln, above analyst consensus of $15.1 bln even at the low end, citing a surge in data-center spending driven by AI computing demand. Data-center sales jumped 59% YoY last quarter, more than twice the pace of overall revenue growth. Q2 revenue was $16.13 bln versus $14.43 bln expected. Shares rose 13% in after-hours trading.

2026-07-24

Intel expects Q3 revenue of $15.8–16.8 bln, above analyst consensus of $15.1 bln even at the low end, citing a surge in data-center spending driven by AI computing demand. Data-center sales jumped 59% YoY last quarter, more than twice the pace of overall revenue growth. Q2 revenue was $16.13 bln versus $14.43 bln expected. Shares rose 13% in after-hours trading.