Grim Intel Outlook Tied to Weak PC Demand
Intel shares plunged lower Friday after the chipmaker posted weaker-than-expected fourth quarter earnings and said lingering weakness in PC demand would pressure margins and clip near-term profits over the coming months. Intel's adjusted bottom line for the December quarter was pegged at a 10 cents per share, while the Street had forecast a 20 cents per share profit. Revenues were also light at $14 billion, compared to a Street forecast of $14.5 billion, , while gross margins fell to 43.8%.