Stock Movers: Intel Rallies, Proctor & Gamble Gains, Deckers Outdoor Tumbles

Intel's Comeback and Government Investment

• 💡 Intel (INTC) shares rallied, showing progress in its comeback attempt after returning to profitability and issuing an upbeat revenue forecast.
• 🎯 Fourth-quarter sales were approximately $13.3 billion, slightly below Wall Street estimates, with some analysts including revenue from a recently spun-off unit.
• 🚀 The company has seen significant investor interest, with shares up 90% this year, partly due to a US government investment and backing from companies like Nvidia and Soft Bank.

Proctor & Gamble's Sales Performance

• 📈 Proctor & Gamble (PG) shares gained as the company reported better-than-expected sales, with consumers absorbing price increases on products like Gillette razors and Secret deodorant.
• 💰 The company raised prices across most divisions, excluding baby and feminine care, and consumers largely accepted these increases.
• ⚠️ Proctor & Gamble also halved its projected impact from tariffs and reported 2% organic revenue growth, surpassing analyst estimates.

Deckers Outdoor's Sales Guidance Miss

• 📉 Deckers Outdoor (DECK), owner of Ugg and Hoka brands, saw its shares tumble after forecasting 2026 net sales below analyst expectations.
• 👟 Consumers appear to be holding back on purchasing pricey footwear, contrasting with their willingness to buy essential goods like deodorant and razors.
• 🧩 Analysts suggest Deckers' forecast might be conservative, noting international growth potential for Hoka and the need for more product diversity and a better seasonal mix for Ugg to ensure long-term success.