Intel stock climbed modestly before market opening after Citi warned investors betting against the company might face significant losses. The semiconductor giant has gained 13 percent this year as Chief Executive Lip-Bu Tan implements major restructuring efforts. Citi analysts maintained their neutral stance with a 24-dollar price target while predicting potential earnings surprises. The investment bank expects cost reductions and personal computer sales to boost second-quarter results. Christopher Danely from Citi highlighted lower spending on operations and capital investments as key drivers.
Short interest has surged dramatically with 128 million shares sold short by June 30, compared with 94.9 million shares a year earlier. Tan plans to eliminate 2,500 jobs in Oregon alone while the company has sold its robotics division and canceled advanced manufacturing projects. Personal computers generate 60 percent of Intel revenue, making this market segment critical for financial performance. The chipmaker posted losses last year and continued the trend through the first quarter of 2025.
Short interest has surged dramatically with 128 million shares sold short by June 30, compared with 94.9 million shares a year earlier. Tan plans to eliminate 2,500 jobs in Oregon alone while the company has sold its robotics division and canceled advanced manufacturing projects. Personal computers generate 60 percent of Intel revenue, making this market segment critical for financial performance. The chipmaker posted losses last year and continued the trend through the first quarter of 2025.
