What Is Intel Corporation (INTC) Worth in 2026?
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Intel Corporation's intrinsic value is estimated at $35.02. Trading at its current price of $102.99, the valuation engine raises significant caution: 11 of 12 models flag downside risk, projecting an average implied return of -66.0%. Model dispersion is worth noting: PWERM targets $133.99 (+30.1%), versus Markov DDM at $4.49 (-95.6%). This +125.7% range highlights the importance of multi-model analysis rather than relying on any single methodology.
What Do the Models Say About INTC?
12 of 13 models are currently active for INTC. Of these, 1 model suggests upside while 11 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates INTC's intrinsic value at $21.84, implying -78.8% downside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →
How Does INTC Rank in Semiconductors & Related Devices?
Among 82 Semiconductors & Related Devices stocks, INTC ranks #58 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 5.3/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 5.3 reflects mixed fundamentals.
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Intel Corporation's positioning within the Semiconductors & Related Devices segment means that design win pipeline plays an outsized role in fundamental analysis. The sector's unique characteristics — including geographic supply diversification — shape both the opportunity set and risk profile.
Is INTC a Value Trap?
CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns INTC a score of 12/100 (SAFE). This indicates minimal risk. Fundamentals are healthy. The score cross-references apparent undervaluation against fundamental deterioration signals. Browse lowest value-trap stocks →
Multi-Model Methodology
12 of 13 models are active for Intel Corporation. Broad coverage provides high confidence. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →
According to the CirclFi Quality of Company (QOC) framework, Intel Corporation earns a quality score of 5.3/10. This mixed rating reflects the company's standing across 32 fundamental signals spanning profitability, growth consistency, balance sheet strength, and capital allocation efficiency.
The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +125.7% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →
Data Sources & Confidence
Every INTC valuation is built from SEC EDGAR XBRL filings — 700+ standardized financial tags. Macroeconomic context from FRED calibrates discount rates, while GDELT news sentiment feeds into our Sentiment SOTP model. All pipelines run daily. Read the complete data methodology →
Across INTC's 12 active models, average confidence is 40%. Lower confidence may reflect limited history or high volatility.
CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →