Intel (INTC) is looking to lower its expense report while expanding its AI efforts in 2025. The company aims to lower its operating expenses to $17 billion in 2025, which is less than the previously stated goal of $17.5 billion. For 2026, the company reportedly aims to reduce operating expenses further to $16 billion.
To accomplish this, the Intel Corporation plans to streamline its organization by cutting down on management layers. The company also plans to focus on supporting its engineering teams to create better products. At the same time, the company will also look to increase accountability and make it easier for customers to do business with Intel. Intel stock (INTC) is climbing on the report, up 3% in the last 24 hours.
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Throughout 2025, AI has been at the forefront of corporate strategies for several top companies. While Nvidia (NVDA) still dominates the space, other computing companies like AMD and Intel aren’t that far behind. Intel hasn’t done well in the last few years, with its stock down over 60% since 2020. However, 2025 has proven different, with the stock up 6.8% YTD. A large part of the rebound is thanks to the emergence of AI technology and big tech’s focus on incorporating AI into everyday solutions.
Intel stock (INTC) is trading near the bottom of its 52-week range and below its 200-day simple moving average. Most analysts are waiting for Intel’s next earnings report to decide on a proper forecast for NVDA. As a result, most analysts are suggesting to hold onto INTC shares, not sell or buy. The current median 1-year price forecast for INTC is $21.00, marking a fall of 2% from current share prices. On the other side, CNN analysts forecast a high mark of $28.30 and a low of $14.
