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INTEL CORP

For the period ended Dec 30, 2023. Filed Jan 26, 2024.

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FY2023 · Filed Jan 26, 2024

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Item 2. Properties

As of December 30, 2023, our major facilities consisted of:

(Square Feet in Millions)UnitedStatesOtherCountriesTotal
Owned facilities382866
Leased facilities257
Total facilities403373

The facilities described above, including our principal executive offices located in the US, are suitable for our present purposes. The productive capacity in our facilities is being utilized or being prepared for utilization as we continue to make investments to expand our manufacturing capacity in support of our IDM 2.0 strategy. For more information on our manufacturing sites, see "Manufacturing Capital" within Fundamentals of Our Business.

We do not identify or allocate assets by operating segment, as they are interchangeable in nature and used by multiple operating segments. For information on net property, plant, and equipment by country, see "Note 6: Other Financial Statement Details" within the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

Market for Our Common Stock

The principal US market on which Intel's common stock (symbol INTC) is traded is the Nasdaq Global Select Market.

As of January 19, 2024, there were approximately 97,000 registered holders of record of Intel's common stock. A substantially greater number of holders of Intel common stock are "street name" or beneficial holders, whose shares of record are held by banks, brokers, and other financial institutions.

Risk Factors and Other Key Information66

Stock Performance Graph

The graph and table that follow compare the cumulative TSR of Intel's common stock with the cumulative total return of the S&P 100 Index*, the S&P 500 Index*, the S&P 500 IT Index*, and the SOX Index*1 for the five years ended December 30, 2023. The cumulative returns shown on the graph are based on Intel's fiscal year.

Comparison of Five-Year Cumulative Return for

Intel, S&P 100 Index, S&P 500 Index, S&P 500 IT Index, and SOX Index

Years EndedDec 29, 2018Dec 28, 2019Dec 26, 2020Dec 25, 2021Dec 31, 2022Dec 30, 2023
Intel Corporation$100$132$106$118$63$123
S&P 100 Index$100$134$160$209$166$221
S&P 500 Index$100$133$155$200$165$209
S&P 500 IT Index$100$152$216$292$211$333
SOX Index$100$165$248$360$235$392

1 The graph and table assume that $100 was invested on the last day of trading for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2018 in Intel's common stock, the S&P 100 Index, S&P 500 Index, S&P 500 IT Index, and PHLX Semiconductor Sector Index (SOX), and that all dividends were reinvested.

Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

We have an ongoing authorization, originally approved by our Board of Directors in 2005 and most recently amended on October 24, 2019, to repurchase shares of our common stock in open market or negotiated transactions. Our last share repurchase under this authorization occurred in Q1 2021, and no shares were repurchased during the fiscal year ending December 30, 2023. As of December 30, 2023, we were authorized to repurchase up to $110.0 billion, of which $7.2 billion remained available.

We issue RSUs as part of our equity incentive plans. In our Consolidated Financial Statements, we treat shares of common stock withheld for tax purposes on behalf of our employees in connection with the vesting of RSUs as common stock repurchases because they reduce the number of shares that would have been issued upon vesting. These withheld shares of common stock are not considered common stock repurchases under our authorized common stock repurchase program.

Rule 10b5-1 Trading Arrangements

Our directors and officers (as defined in Rule 16a-1 under the Exchange Act) may from time to time enter into plans or other arrangements for the purchase or sale of our shares that are intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5–1(c) or may represent a non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement under the Exchange Act. During the quarter ended December 30, 2023, no such plans or arrangements were adopted or terminated, including by modification.

Risk Factors and Other Key Information67

Information About Our Executive Officers

Name Current TitleAgeExperience
Patrick P. Gelsinger62Mr. Gelsinger has been our Chief Executive Officer and a member of our Board of Directors since February 2021. He has also served as a member and Chair of the Board of Directors of Mobileye, a subsidiary of Intel, since September 2022. He joined Intel from VMware, Inc., a provider of cloud computing and virtualization software and services, where he served as Chief Executive Officer from September 2012 to February 2021. Prior to VMware, Mr. Gelsinger served as President and Chief Operating Officer, EMC Information Infrastructure Products at EMC Corp., a data storage, information security, and cloud computing company, from September 2009 to August 2012. Mr. Gelsinger's career began at Intel, where he spent 30 years before joining EMC Corp. During his initial tenure at Intel, Mr. Gelsinger served in a number of roles, including Senior Vice President and Co-General Manager of the Digital Enterprise Group from 2005 to September 2009, Senior Vice President, Chief Technology Officer from 2002 to 2005, and leader of the Desktop Products Group prior to that.
Chief Executive Officer
Michelle Johnston Holthaus50Ms. Johnston Holthaus has been our Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Client Computing Group since April 2022. She is responsible for running and growing the client business, including strategy, financial performance, and product development for the full portfolio of client technologies and platforms designed to enable exceptional personal computing experiences across mobile, desktop, and workstation devices. Ms. Johnston Holthaus previously served as Executive Vice President, Chief Sales Officer and General Manager, Sales, Marketing and Communications Group, from September 2019 to January 2022, and as Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing and Acting Chief Marketing Officer from September 2017 to September 2019. In these roles, she was responsible for global sales and revenue and leading the company's efforts to foster innovative sales and marketing approaches that broaden Intel's business opportunities and enhance customer relationships worldwide. Ms. Johnston Holthaus joined Intel in 1996 and has served in a variety of sales and marketing, channel mobile, and channel desktop positions.
Executive Vice President and General Manager, Client Computing Group
April Miller Boise55Ms. Miller Boise has been our Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer since July 2022 and Corporate Secretary since August 2022. Ms. Miller Boise leads Intel's global legal, trade, and government affairs team, is a member of Intel's Executive Leadership Team, and is a strategic advisor to the Company and the Board of Directors. Prior to joining Intel, she was Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer at Eaton Corp, a power management company. Before joining Eaton in 2020, she was Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Corporate Secretary at Meritor Inc., a supplier of drivetrain, mobility, braking, aftermarket and electric powertrain solutions acquired by Cummins Inc. Ms. Miller Boise has more than 25 years of experience and has served in executive leadership roles, including chief legal officer, general counsel, and head of global mergers and acquisitions.
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
Christoph Schell52Mr. Schell has been our Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer and General Manager of the Sales, Marketing and Communications Group since March 2022. In his role, he oversees Intel's global sales, business management, marketing, communications, corporate planning, customer support, and customer success teams, leading the company's efforts to foster innovative go-to-market approaches that broaden Intel's business opportunities and deepen customer and partner relationships and outcomes worldwide. Prior to joining Intel, Mr. Schell served as the Chief Commercial Officer of HP Inc., an American multinational information technology company, from November 2019 to March 2022. During his 25 years with HP, Mr. Schell held various senior management roles across the globe, including President of 3D Printing and Digital Manufacturing from November 2018 to October 2019 and President of the Americas region from November 2015 to November 2018. Prior to rejoining HP in 2014, Mr. Schell served as Executive Vice President of Growth Markets for Philips, a lighting solutions company, where he led the lighting business across Asia Pacific, Japan, Africa, Russia, India, Central Asia, and the Middle East. He started his career in his family's distribution and industrial solutions company before working in brand management at Procter & Gamble.
Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer and General Manager, Sales, Marketing and Communications Group
David Zinsner55Mr. Zinsner has been our Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer since January 2022, overseeing our global finance organization. He joined Intel from Micron Technology, Inc., a manufacturer of memory and storage products, where he most recently served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from February 2018 to October 2021. From April 2017 to February 2018, he served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Affirmed Networks, Inc. From January 2009 to April 2017, he served as Chief Financial Officer of Analog Devices, Inc. From July 2005 to January 2009, Mr. Zinsner served as Chief Financial Officer of Intersil Corporation.
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Risk Factors and Other Key Information68

Disclosure Pursuant to Section 13(r) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Section 13(r) of the Exchange Act requires an issuer to disclose certain information in its periodic reports if it or any of its affiliates knowingly engaged in certain activities, transactions, or dealings with individuals or entities subject to specific US economic sanctions during the reporting period, even when the activities, transactions, or dealings are conducted in compliance with applicable law. On March 2, 2021, the US Secretary of State designated the Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation (FSB) as a party subject to one such sanction. Though Intel has suspended sales in Russia, there may be a need to file documents or engage with FSB as Intel winds up our local offices. All such dealings are explicitly authorized by General License 1B issued by the US Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and there are no gross revenues or net profits directly associated with any such dealings by us with the FSB.

On April 15, 2021, the US Department of the Treasury designated Pozitiv Teknolodzhiz, AO (Positive Technologies), a Russian IT security firm, as a party subject to one of the sanctions specified in Section 13(r). Prior to the designation, we communicated with Positive Technologies regarding its IT security research and coordinated disclosure of security vulnerabilities identified by the firm. Based on a license issued by OFAC, we resumed such communications. There are no gross revenues or net profits directly associated with any such activities. We plan to continue these communications in accordance with the terms and conditions of the OFAC license.

Risk Factors and Other Key Information69

We have defined certain terms and abbreviations used throughout our Form 10-K in "Key Terms" within this section.

Index to Consolidated Financial StatementsPage
Reports of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm(PCAOB ID: 42)71
Consolidated Statements of Income74
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income75
Consolidated Balance Sheets76
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows77
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity78
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements79
Basis
Note 1: Basis of Presentation79
Note 2: Accounting Policies79
Performance and Operations
Note 3: Operating Segments85
Note 4: Non-Controlling Interests86
Note 5: Earnings Per Share88
Note 6: Other Financial Statement Details88
Note 7: Restructuring and Other Charges90
Note 8: Income Taxes91
Investments, Long-Term Assets, and Debt
Note 9: Investments93
Note 10: Acquisitions and Divestitures95
Note 11: Goodwill95
Note 12: Identified Intangible Assets96
Note 13: Borrowings96
Note 14: Fair Value99
Risk Management and Other
Note 15: Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)100
Note 16: Derivative Financial Instruments101
Note 17: Retirement Benefit Plans103
Note 18: Employee Equity Incentive Plans106
Note 19: Commitments and Contingencies108
Key Terms112
Index to Supplemental Details
Controls and Procedures115
Exhibits116

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Stockholders and the Board of Directors of Intel Corporation

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Intel Corporation (the Company) as of December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, the related consolidated statements of income, comprehensive income, cash flows and stockholders' equity for each of the three years in the period ended December 30, 2023, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the "consolidated financial statements"). In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company at December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 30, 2023, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.

We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the Company's internal control over financial reporting as of December 30, 2023, based on criteria established in Internal Control—Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 framework) and our report dated January 25, 2024 expressed an unqualified opinion thereon.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company's financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the US federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

Critical Audit Matter

The critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current period audit of the financial statements that was communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relates to accounts or disclosures that are material to the financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective or complex judgments. The communication of the critical audit matter does not alter in any way our opinion on the consolidated financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matter below, providing a separate opinion on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which it relates.

Auditor's Reports71
Inventory Valuation
Description of the MatterThe Company's net inventory totaled $11.1 billion as of December 30, 2023, representing 5.8% of total assets. As explained in "Note 2: Accounting Policies" within the consolidated financial statements, the Company computes inventory cost on a first-in, first-out basis, and applies judgment in determining saleability of products and the valuation of inventories. The Company assesses inventory at each reporting date in order to assert that it is recorded at net realizable value, giving consideration to, among other factors: whether the products have achieved the substantive engineering milestones to qualify for sale to customers; the determination of normal capacity levels in its manufacturing process to determine which manufacturing overhead costs can be included in the valuation of inventory; whether the product is valued at the lower of cost or net realizable value; and the estimation of excess and obsolete inventory or that which is not of saleable quality.
Auditing management’s assessment of net realizable value for inventory was challenging because the determination of excess and obsolete inventory reserves and lower of cost or net realizable value is judgmental and considers a number of factors that are affected by market and economic conditions, such as customer forecasts, dynamic pricing environments, and industry supply and demand. Additionally, for certain new product launches there is limited historical data with which to evaluate forecasts.
How We Addressed the Matter in Our AuditWe evaluated and tested the design and operating effectiveness of the Company’s internal controls over the costing of inventory, the determination of whether inventory is of saleable quality, the determination of demand forecasts and related application against on hand inventory, and the calculation of lower of cost or net realizable value reserves including related estimated costs and selling prices.
Our audit procedures included, among others, testing the significant assumptions (e.g., estimated product demand forecasts, costs and selling prices) of the underlying data used in management’s inventory valuation assessment. We compared the significant assumptions used by management to current industry and economic trends. We assessed whether there were any potential sources of contrary information, including historical forecast accuracy or history of significant revisions to previously recorded inventory valuation adjustments, and performed sensitivity analyses over significant assumptions to evaluate the changes in inventory valuation that would result from changes in the assumptions.

/s/Ernst & Young LLP

We have served as the Company's auditor since 1968.

San Jose, California

January 25, 2024

Auditor's Reports72

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Stockholders and the Board of Directors of Intel Corporation

Opinion on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

We have audited Intel Corporation's internal control over financial reporting as of December 30, 2023, based on criteria established in Internal Control—Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 framework) (the COSO criteria). In our opinion, Intel Corporation (the Company) maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 30, 2023, based on the COSO criteria.

We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the 2023 consolidated financial statements of the Company and our report dated January 25, 2024 expressed an unqualified opinion thereon.

Basis for Opinion

The Company's management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting included in the accompanying Management Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company's internal control over financial reporting based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the US federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects.

Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk, and performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

Definition and Limitations of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

A company's internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company's internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company's assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.

/s/ Ernst & Young LLP

San Jose, California

January 25, 2024

Auditor's Reports73

Consolidated Statements of Income

Years Ended (In Millions, Except Per Share Amounts)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Net revenue$54,228$63,054$79,024
Cost of sales32,51736,18835,209
Gross margin21,71126,86643,815
Research and development16,04617,52815,190
Marketing, general, and administrative5,6347,0026,543
Restructuring and other charges(62)22,626
Operating expenses21,61824,53224,359
Operating income932,33419,456
Gains (losses) on equity investments, net404,2682,729
Interest and other, net6291,166(482)
Income before taxes7627,76821,703
Provision for (benefit from) taxes(913)(249)1,835
Net income1,6758,01719,868
Less: Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests(14)3—
Net income attributable to Intel$1,689$8,014$19,868
Earnings per share attributable to Intel—basic$0.40$1.95$4.89
Earnings per share attributable to Intel—diluted$0.40$1.94$4.86
Weighted average shares of common stock outstanding:
Basic4,1904,1084,059
Diluted4,2124,1234,090
Financial StatementsConsolidated Statements of Income74

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income

Years Ended (In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Net income$1,675$8,017$19,868
Changes in other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Net unrealized holding gains (losses) on derivatives272(510)(520)
Actuarial valuation and other pension benefits (expenses), net66855451
Translation adjustments and other9(27)(60)
Other comprehensive income (loss)347318(129)
Total comprehensive income2,0228,33519,739
Less: comprehensive income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests(14)3—
Total comprehensive income attributable to Intel$2,036$8,332$19,739
Financial StatementsConsolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income75

Consolidated Balance Sheets

(In Millions, Except Par Value)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022
Assets
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$7,079$11,144
Short-term investments17,95517,194
Accounts receivable, net3,4024,133
Inventories11,12713,224
Other current assets3,7064,712
Total current assets43,26950,407
Property, plant, and equipment, net96,64780,860
Equity investments5,8295,912
Goodwill27,59127,591
Identified intangible assets, net4,5896,018
Other long-term assets13,64711,315
Total assets$191,572$182,103
Liabilities and stockholders' equity
Current liabilities:
Short-term debt$2,288$4,367
Accounts payable8,5789,595
Accrued compensation and benefits3,6554,084
Income taxes payable1,1072,251
Other accrued liabilities12,42511,858
Total current liabilities28,05332,155
Debt46,97837,684
Other long-term liabilities6,5768,978
Commitments and Contingencies (Note 19)
Stockholders' equity:
Preferred stock, $0.001 par value, 50 shares authorized; none issued——
Common stock, $0.001 par value, 10,000 shares authorized; 4,228 shares issued and outstanding (4,137 issued and outstanding in 2022) and capital in excess of par value36,64931,580
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)(215)(562)
Retained earnings69,15670,405
Total Intel stockholders' equity105,590101,423
Non-controlling interests4,3751,863
Total stockholders' equity109,965103,286
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity$191,572$182,103
Financial StatementsConsolidated Balance Sheets76

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

Years Ended (In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period$11,144$4,827$5,865
Cash flows provided by (used for) operating activities:
Net income1,6758,01719,868
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation7,84711,1289,953
Share-based compensation3,2293,1282,036
Restructuring and other charges(424)1,0742,626
Amortization of intangibles1,7551,9071,839
(Gains) losses on equity investments, net(42)(4,254)(1,458)
(Gains) losses on divestitures—(1,059)—
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable7315,327(2,674)
Inventories2,097(2,436)(2,339)
Accounts payable(801)(29)1,190
Accrued compensation and benefits(614)(1,533)515
Prepaid customer supply agreements—(24)(1,583)
Income taxes(3,531)(4,535)(441)
Other assets and liabilities(451)(1,278)(76)
Total adjustments9,7967,4169,588
Net cash provided by operating activities11,47115,43329,456
Cash flows provided by (used for) investing activities:
Additions to property, plant, and equipment(25,750)(24,844)(18,733)
Additions to held for sale NAND property, plant, and equipment—(206)(1,596)
Proceeds from capital-related government incentives1,011246166
Purchase of short-term investments(44,414)(43,647)(40,554)
Maturities and sales of short-term investments44,07748,73035,299
Purchases of equity investments(399)(510)(613)
Sales of equity investments4724,961581
Proceeds from divestitures—6,579—
Other investing962(1,540)1,167
Net cash used for investing activities(24,041)(10,231)(24,283)
Cash flows provided by (used for) financing activities:
Issuance of commercial paper, net of issuance costs—3,945—
Repayment of commercial paper(3,944)——
Payments on finance leases(96)(345)—
Partner contributions1,511874—
Proceeds from sales of subsidiary shares2,9591,032—
Issuance of long-term debt, net of issuance costs11,3916,5484,974
Repayment of debt(423)(4,984)(2,500)
Proceeds from sales of common stock through employee equity incentive plans1,0429771,020
Repurchase of common stock——(2,415)
Payment of dividends to stockholders(3,088)(5,997)(5,644)
Other financing(847)(935)(1,646)
Net cash provided by (used for) financing activities8,5051,115(6,211)
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents(4,065)6,317(1,038)
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period$7,079$11,144$4,827
Supplemental disclosures:
Acquisition of property, plant, and equipment included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities$4,804$5,431$1,619
Cash paid during the year for:
Interest, net of capitalized interest$613$459$545
Income taxes, net of refunds$2,621$4,282$2,263
Financial StatementsConsolidated Statements of Cash Flows77

Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity

Common Stock and Capitalin Excess of Par Value · AccumulatedOtherComprehensiveIncome (Loss) · RetainedEarnings · Non-Controlling Interests · Total
(In Millions, Except Per Share Amounts) · Number ofShares · Amount
Balance as of December 26, 20204,062$25,556$(751)$56,233$—$81,038
Adjustment to opening balance for change in accounting principle3535
Opening Balance as of December 27, 20204,06225,556(751)56,268—81,073
Net income (loss)———19,868—19,868
Other comprehensive income (loss)——(129)——(129)
Employee equity incentive plans and other541,022———1,022
Share-based compensation—2,036———2,036
Repurchase of common stock(40)(249)—(2,166)—(2,415)
Restricted stock unit withholdings(6)(359)—(61)—(420)
Cash dividends declared ($1.39 per share of common stock)———(5,644)—(5,644)
Balance as of December 25, 20214,07028,006(880)68,265—95,391
Net income (loss)———8,01438,017
Other comprehensive income (loss)——318——318
Proceeds from sales of subsidiary shares and partner contributions—75——1,8311,906
Employee equity incentive plans and other791,009———1,009
Share-based compensation—3,099——293,128
Restricted stock unit withholdings(12)(609)—123—(486)
Cash dividends declared ($1.46 per share of common stock)———(5,997)—(5,997)
Balance as of December 31, 20224,13731,580(562)70,4051,863103,286
Net income (loss)———1,689(14)1,675
Other comprehensive income (loss)——347——347
Proceeds from sales of subsidiary shares and partner contributions—1,620——2,3854,005
Employee equity incentive plans and other1071,044———1,044
Share-based compensation—3,088——1413,229
Restricted stock unit withholdings(16)(683)—150—(533)
Cash dividends declared ($0.74 per share of common stock)———(3,088)—(3,088)
Balance as of December 30, 20234,228$36,649$(215)$69,156$4,375$109,965
Financial StatementsConsolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity78

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

Note 1 :Basis of Presentation

We have a 52- or 53-week fiscal year that ends on the last Saturday in December. Fiscal years 2023 and 2021 were 52-week fiscal years; 2022 was a 53-week fiscal year. Fiscal 2024 is a 52-week fiscal year. Our Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of Intel and our wholly owned and majority-owned subsidiaries, which include entities consolidated under the variable interest and voting interest models. We have eliminated intercompany accounts and transactions. We have reclassified certain prior period amounts to conform to current period presentation.

Use of Estimates

The preparation of Consolidated Financial Statements in conformity with US GAAP requires us to make estimates and judgments that affect the amounts reported in our Consolidated Financial Statements and the accompanying notes. The actual results that we experience may differ materially from our estimates.

Note 2 :Accounting Policies

Revenue Recognition

We recognize net product revenue when we satisfy performance obligations as evidenced by the transfer of control of our products or services to customers. Substantially all of our revenue is derived from product sales. Our products often include a software component, such as firmware, that is highly interdependent and interrelated with the product and is substantially accounted for as a combined performance obligation. In accordance with contract terms, the revenue for combined performance obligations and standalone product sales is recognized at the time of product shipment from our facilities or delivery to the customer location, as determined by the agreed-upon shipping terms.

We measure revenue based on the amount of consideration we expect to be entitled to in exchange for products or services. Variable consideration is estimated and reflected as an adjustment to the transaction price. We determine variable consideration, which consists primarily of various sales price concessions, by estimating the most likely amount of consideration we expect to receive from the customer based on historical analysis of customer purchase volumes. Sales rebates earned by customers are offset against their receivable balances. Rebates earned by customers when they do not have outstanding receivable balances are recorded within other accrued liabilities.

We make payments to our customers through cooperative advertising programs for marketing activities for some of our products. We generally record the payment as a reduction in revenue in the period that the revenue is earned, unless the payment is for a distinct service, which we record as an expense when the marketing activities occur.

Inventories

We compute inventory cost on a first-in, first-out basis. Our process and product development life cycle corresponds with substantive engineering milestones. These engineering milestones are regularly and consistently applied in assessing the point at which our activities and associated costs change in nature from R&D to cost of sales, and when cost of sales can be capitalized as inventory.

For a product to be manufactured in high volumes and sold to our customers under our standard warranty, it must meet our rigorous technical quality specifications. This milestone is known as PRQ. We have identified PRQ as the point at which the costs incurred to manufacture our products are included in the valuation of inventory. A single PRQ has previously valued inventory up to $870 million in the quarter the PRQ milestone was achieved. Prior to PRQ, costs that do not meet the criteria for R&D are included in cost of sales in the period incurred.

The valuation of inventory includes determining which fixed production overhead costs can be included in inventory based on the normal capacity of our manufacturing and assembly and test facilities. We apply our historical loading compared to our total available capacity in a statistical model to determine our expectations of normal capacity level. If the factory loading is below the established normal capacity level, a portion of our fixed production overhead costs would not be included in the cost of inventory; instead, it would be recognized as cost of sales in that period. We refer to these costs as excess capacity charges. Excess capacity charges were $834 million in 2023, $423 million in 2022, and insignificant in 2021.

Inventory is valued at the lower of cost or net realizable value, based upon assumptions about future demand and market conditions. Product-specific facts and circumstances reviewed in the inventory valuation process include a review of our customer base, the stage of the product life cycle, variations in market pricing, and an assessment of selling price in relation to product cost. Lower of cost or net realizable value inventory reserves fluctuate as we ramp new process technologies, with costs generally improving over time due to scale and improved yields. Additionally, inventory valuation is impacted by cyclical changes in market conditions and the associated pricing environment.

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The valuation of inventory also requires us to estimate obsolete and excess inventory, as well as inventory that is not of saleable quality. We use a demand forecast to develop our short-term manufacturing plans to enable consistency between inventory valuations and build decisions. For certain new products, we have limited historical data when developing these demand forecasts. We compare the estimate of future demand to work in process and finished goods inventory levels to determine the amount, if any, of obsolete or excess inventory. When our demand forecast for specific products is greater than actual demand and we fail to reduce manufacturing output accordingly, we write off amounts considered to be excess inventory.

Long-Lived Assets

Property, Plant, and Equipment

We compute depreciation using the straight-line method over the estimated useful life of assets. We also capitalize interest on borrowings related to eligible capital expenditures. Capitalized interest is added to the cost of qualified assets and depreciated together with that asset cost.

At least annually, we evaluate the period over which we expect to recover the economic value of our property, plant, and equipment, considering factors such as the process technology cadence between node transitions, changes in machinery and equipment technology, and re-use of machinery and tools across each generation of process technology. As we make manufacturing process conversions and other factory planning decisions, we use assumptions involving the use of management judgments regarding the remaining useful lives of assets, primarily process-specific semiconductor manufacturing tools and building improvements. When we determine that the useful lives of assets are shorter or longer than we had originally estimated, we adjust the rate of depreciation to reflect the assets' revised useful lives. Effective January 2023, the estimated useful lives of certain machinery and equipment in our wafer fabrication facilities were increased from 5 to 8 years. This change in estimate was applied prospectively beginning in the first quarter of 2023.

Assets are categorized and evaluated for impairment at the lowest level of identifiable cash flows. Factors that we consider in deciding when to perform an impairment review include significant under-performance of a business or product line in relation to expectations, significant negative industry or economic trends, and significant changes or planned changes in our use and fungibility of the assets. If an asset grouping carrying value is not recoverable through the related undiscounted cash flows, the asset grouping is considered to be impaired.

Identified Intangible Assets

We amortize acquisition-related intangible assets that are subject to amortization over their estimated useful lives. Acquisition-related, in-process R&D assets represent the fair value of incomplete R&D projects that had not reached technological feasibility as of the date of acquisition; initially, these are classified as in-process R&D and are not subject to amortization. Once these R&D projects are completed, the asset balances are transferred from in-process R&D to acquisition-related developed technology and are subject to amortization from that point forward. The asset balances relating to projects that are abandoned after acquisition are impaired and expensed to R&D.

We perform periodic reviews of significant finite-lived identified intangible assets to determine whether facts and circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. These reviews can be affected by various factors, including external factors such as industry and economic trends, and internal factors such as changes in our business strategy and our forecasts for specific product lines. Periodically, we also evaluate the estimated remaining useful lives of purchased intangible assets and whether events or changes in circumstances warrant a revision to the remaining periods of amortization. We may adjust the period over which these assets are amortized to reflect the period in which they contribute to our cash flows.

Goodwill

Our reporting units are the same as our operating segments. We evaluate our reporting units annually or when triggered, such as upon reorganization of our operating segments. We perform an annual impairment assessment of goodwill at the reporting unit level in the fourth quarter of each year, or more frequently if indicators of potential impairment exist. The reporting unit's carrying value used in an impairment assessment represents the assignment of various assets and liabilities, excluding certain corporate assets and liabilities, such as cash, investments, and debt. The impairment assessment may include both qualitative and quantitative factors to assess the likelihood of an impairment.

Qualitative factors used include industry and market considerations, overall financial performance, and other relevant events and factors affecting the reporting unit. We may also perform a quantitative analysis to support the qualitative factors by applying sensitivities to assumptions and inputs used in measuring a reporting unit's fair value.

Our quantitative impairment assessment considers both the income approach and the market approach to estimate a reporting unit's fair value. Significant estimates include market segment growth rates, our assumed market segment share, estimated gross margins, operating expenses, and discount rates based on a reporting unit's weighted average cost of capital. We test the reasonableness of the inputs and outcomes of our discounted cash flow analysis against available market data. These estimates change from year to year based on operating results, market conditions, and other factors and could materially affect the determination of each reporting unit's fair value and potential goodwill impairment for each reporting unit. Our quantitative assessment is sensitive to changes in underlying estimates and assumptions, the most sensitive of which is the discount rate.

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We test the reasonableness of the inputs and outcomes of our discounted cash flow analysis against available market data. In 2023, the fair value for all of our reporting units exceeded their carrying value, and our annual qualitative assessment did not indicate that a more detailed quantitative analysis was necessary.

Government Incentives

Government incentives, including cash grants and refundable tax credits, are recognized when there is reasonable assurance that the incentive will be received and we will comply with the conditions specified in the agreement or statutory requirements. We record capital-related incentives as a reduction toproperty, plant, and equipment, net within our Consolidated Balance Sheets and recognize a reduction to depreciation expense over the useful life of the corresponding acquired asset. We record operating-related incentives as a reduction to expense in the same line item on the Consolidated Statements of Income as the expenditure for which the incentive is intended to compensate.

Fair Value

When determining fair value, we consider the principal or most advantageous market in which we would transact, as well as assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability. Our financial assets are measured and recorded at fair value on a recurring basis, except for equity securities measured using the measurement alternative, equity method investments, and grants receivable. We assess fair value hierarchy levels for our issued debt and fixed-income investment portfolio based on the underlying instrument type.

The three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value are:

Level 1. Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities. We evaluate security-specific market data when determining whether a market is active.

Level 2. Observable inputs other than Level 1 prices, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities, quoted prices in less active markets, or model-derived valuations. All significant inputs used in our valuations, such as discounted cash flows, are observable or can be derived principally from or corroborated with observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets or liabilities. We use yield curves, overnight indexed swap curves, currency spot and forward rates, and credit ratings as significant inputs in our valuations. Level 2 inputs also include non-binding market consensus prices, as well as quoted prices that were adjusted for security-specific restrictions. When we use non-binding market consensus prices, we corroborate them with quoted market prices for similar instruments or compare them to output from internally developed pricing models such as discounted cash flow models.

Level 3. Unobservable inputs to the valuation methodology that are significant to the measurement of the fair value of assets or liabilities. We monitor and review the inputs and results of these valuation models to help confirm that the fair value measurements are reasonable and consistent with market experience in similar asset classes. Level 3 inputs also include non-binding market consensus prices or non-binding broker quotes that we were unable to corroborate with observable market data.

Debt Investments

Debt investments include investments in corporate debt, government debt, and financial institution instruments. Unhedged debt investments with original maturities of approximately three months or less from the date of purchase are classified within cash and cash equivalents. Unhedged debt investments with original maturities at the date of purchase greater than approximately three months and all economically hedged debt investments are classified asshort-term investments, as they represent the investment of cash available for current operations.

For certain of our marketable debt investments, we economically hedge market risks at inception with a related derivative instrument, or the marketable debt investment itself is used to economically hedge currency exchange rate risk from remeasurement. These hedged investments are reported at fair value. Gains or losses on these investments arising from changes in fair value due to interest rate and currency market fluctuations and credit market volatility, largely offset by losses or gains on the related derivative instruments and balance sheet remeasurement, are recorded ininterest and other, net. Our remaining unhedged marketable debt investments are reported at fair value, with unrealized gains or losses, net of tax, recorded inaccumulated other comprehensive income (loss). We determine the cost of the investment sold based on an average cost basis at the individual security level and record the interest income and realized gains or losses on the sale of these investments ininterest and other, net.

Unhedged debt investments are subject to periodic impairment reviews. For investments in an unrealized loss position, we determine whether a credit loss exists by considering information about the collectability of the instrument, current market conditions, and reasonable and supportable forecasts of economic conditions. We recognize an allowance for credit losses, up to the amount of the unrealized loss when appropriate, and write down the amortized cost basis of the investment if it is more likely than not we will be required or we intend to sell the investment before recovery of its amortized cost basis. Allowances for credit losses and write-downs are recognized ininterest and other, net, and unrealized losses not related to credit losses are recognized inaccumulated other comprehensive income (loss).

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Equity Investments

We regularly invest in equity securities of public and private companies to promote business and strategic objectives. Equity investments are measured and recorded as follows:

Marketable equity securities are equity securities with RDFV that are measured and recorded at fair value on a recurring basis with changes in fair value, whether realized or unrealized, recorded through the income statement.

Non-marketable equity securities are equity securities without RDFV that are measured and recorded using a measurement alternative that measures the securities at cost minus impairment, if any, plus or minus changes resulting from qualifying observable price changes.

Equity method investments are equity securities in investees we do not control but over which we have the ability to exercise significant influence. Equity method investments are measured at cost minus impairment, if any, plus or minus our share of equity method investee income or loss. Our proportionate share of the income or loss from equity method investments is recognized on a one-quarter lag.

Realized and unrealized gains and losses resulting from changes in fair value or the sale of our equity investments are recorded ingains (losses) on equity investments, net. The carrying value of our non-marketable equity securities is adjusted for qualifying observable price changes resulting from the issuance of similar or identical securities in an orderly transaction by the same issuer. Determining whether an observed transaction is similar to a security within our portfolio requires judgment based on the rights and preferences of the securities.

Non-marketable equity securities and equity method investments (collectively referred to as non-marketable equity investments) are also subject to periodic impairment reviews. Our quarterly impairment analysis considers both qualitative and quantitative factors. When indicators of impairment exist, we prepare quantitative assessments of the fair value of our non-marketable equity investments using both the market and income approaches.

Non-marketable equity securities are tested for impairment using a qualitative model similar to the model used for goodwill and property, plant, and equipment. Upon determining that an impairment may exist, the security's fair value is calculated and compared to its carrying value, and an impairment is recognized immediately if the carrying value exceeds the fair value.

Equity method investments are subject to periodic impairment reviews using the other-than-temporary impairment model, which considers the severity and duration of a decline in fair value below cost and our ability and intent to hold the investment for a sufficient period of time to allow for recovery.

Impairments of equity investments are recorded ingains (losses) on equity investments, net.

Derivative Financial Instruments

Our primary objective for holding derivative financial instruments is to manage currency exchange rate risk and interest rate risk, and, to a lesser extent, equity market risk, commodity price risk, and credit risk. We enter into master netting arrangements to mitigate credit risk in derivative transactions by permitting net settlement of transactions with the same counterparty. We also enter into collateral security arrangements with certain of our counterparties to exchange cash collateral when the net fair value of certain derivative instruments fluctuates from contractually established thresholds. For presentation on our Consolidated Balance Sheets, we do not offset fair value amounts recognized for derivative instruments under master netting arrangements. Our derivative financial instruments, including related collateral amounts, are presented at fair value on a gross basis and are included inother current assets, other long-term assets, other accrued liabilities, orother long-term liabilities.

Cash flow hedges use foreign currency contracts, such as currency forwards and currency interest rate swaps, to hedge exposures for variability in the US-dollar equivalent of non-US-dollar-denominated cash flows associated with our forecasted operating and capital purchases spending.

The after-tax gains or losses from the effective portion of a cash flow hedge is reported as a component ofaccumulated other comprehensive income (loss) and reclassified into earnings in the same period or periods in which the hedged transaction affects earnings, and in the same line item on the Consolidated Statements of Income as the impact of the hedge transaction. For foreign currency contracts hedging our capital purchases, forward points are excluded from the hedge effectiveness assessment, and are recognized in earnings in the same income statement line item used to present the earnings effect of the hedged item. If the cash flow hedge transactions become improbable, the corresponding amounts deferred inaccumulated other comprehensive income (loss) would be immediately reclassified tointerest and other, net. Cash flows associated with these derivatives are classified in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows in the same section as the underlying item.

Fair value hedges use interest rate contracts, such as interest rate swaps, to hedge against changes in the fair value on certain of our fixed-rate indebtedness attributable to changes in the benchmark interest rate. The gains or losses on these hedges, as well as the offsetting losses or gains related to the changes in the fair value of the underlying hedged item attributable to the hedged risk, are recognized in earnings in the current period, primarily ininterest and other, net. Cash flows associated with these derivatives are classified in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows in the same section as the underlying item, primarily within net cash provided by (used for) financing activities.

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Non-designated hedges use foreign currency contracts to economically hedge the functional currency equivalent cash flows of recognized monetary assets and liabilities, and non-US-dollar-denominated debt instruments classified as hedged investments. We also use interest rate contracts to hedge interest rate risk related to our US-dollar-denominated fixed-rate debt investments classified as hedged investments. The change in fair value of these derivatives is recorded through earnings in the line item on the Consolidated Statements of Income to which the derivatives most closely relate, primarily ininterest and other, net. Changes in the fair value of the underlying assets and liabilities associated with the hedged risk are generally offset by the changes in the fair value of the related derivatives.

Credit Risk

Financial instruments that potentially subject us to concentrations of credit risk consist principally of investments in debt instruments, derivative financial instruments, reverse repurchase agreements, and trade and other receivables. We generally place investments with high-credit-quality counterparties and, by policy, we limit the amount of credit exposure to any one counterparty based on our analysis of that counterparty's relative credit standing. As required per our investment policy, substantially all of our investments in debt instruments are in investment-grade instruments. Credit-rating criteria for derivative instruments are similar to those for other investments.

We enter into master netting arrangements to mitigate credit risk in derivative transactions by permitting net settlement of transactions with the same counterparty. Due to master netting arrangements, the amounts subject to credit risk related to derivative instruments are generally limited to the amounts, if any, by which the counterparty's obligations exceed our obligations with that counterparty. As of December 30, 2023, our total credit exposure to any single counterparty, excluding money market funds invested in US treasury and US agency securities and reverse repurchase agreements collateralized by treasury and agency securities, did not exceed $1.6 billion. To further reduce credit risk, we enter into collateral security arrangements with certain of our derivative counterparties and obtain and secure collateral from counterparties against obligations, including securities lending transactions when we deem it appropriate. Cash collateral exchanged under our collateral security arrangements is included inother current assets, other long-term assets, other accrued liabilities, orother long-term liabilities. For reverse repurchase agreements collateralized by other securities, we do not record the collateral as an asset or a liability unless the collateral is repledged.

A substantial majority of our trade receivables are derived from sales to OEMs and ODMs. We also have accounts receivable derived from sales to industrial and communications equipment manufacturers in the computing and communications industries. We believe the net accounts receivable balances from our three largest customers (50% as of December 30, 2023) do not represent a significant credit risk, based on cash flow forecasts, balance sheet analysis, and past collection experience.

We have adopted credit policies and standards intended to accommodate industry growth and inherent risk. We believe credit risks are moderated by the financial stability of our major customers. We assess credit risk through quantitative and qualitative analysis. From this analysis, we establish shipping and credit limits and determine whether we will seek to use one or more credit support protection devices, such as obtaining a parent guarantee, standby letter of credit, or credit insurance.

Variable Interest Entities

We have economic interests in entities that are VIEs. If we conclude we are the primary beneficiary of the VIE, we are required to consolidate the entity in our financial statements. To determine if we are the primary beneficiary, we evaluate whether we have the power to direct the activities that most significantly impact the VIE's economic performance and the obligation to absorb losses or the right to receive benefits of the VIE that could potentially be significant to the VIE. Our evaluation includes identification of significant activities and an assessment of our ability to direct those activities based on governance provisions and arrangements to provide services to the VIE. Periodically, we assess whether any changes in our interest or relationship with the entity affect our determination of whether the entity is a VIE and, if so, whether we are the primary beneficiary.

Non-Controlling Interests

Our Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of majority-owned subsidiaries consolidated under the variable interest and voting interest models. Non-controlling interests represent the portion of equity not attributable to Intel and are reported as a separate component of equity, net of tax and transaction costs, on our Consolidated Balance Sheets. Net income (loss) and comprehensive income (loss) for majority-owned subsidiaries are attributed to Intel and to non-controlling interest holders on our Consolidated Statements of Income and Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income based on respective ownership percentages. We account for changes in ownership of our majority-owned subsidiaries as equity transactions when we retain a controlling financial interest.

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Business Combinations

We allocate the purchase price paid for assets acquired and liabilities assumed in connection with our acquisitions based on their estimated fair values at the time of acquisition. This allocation involves a number of assumptions, estimates, and judgments in determining the fair value of the following:

inventory; property, plant, and equipment; pre-existing liabilities or legal claims; and contingent consideration; each as may be applicable;

intangible assets, including the valuation methodology, estimations of future cash flows, discount rates, market segment growth rates, and our assumed market segment share, as well as the estimated useful life of intangible assets;

deferred tax assets and liabilities, uncertain tax positions, and tax-related valuation allowances, which are initially estimated as of the acquisition date; and

goodwill as measured as the excess of consideration transferred over the net of the acquisition date fair values of the assets acquired and the liabilities assumed.

Our assumptions and estimates are based upon comparable market data and information obtained from our management and the management of the acquired companies. These assumptions and estimates are used to value assets acquired and liabilities assumed, and to allocate goodwill to the reporting units of the business that are expected to benefit from the business combination. During the measurement period, which may be up to one year from the business acquisition date, we may recognize adjustments to the assets acquired, liabilities assumed, and related goodwill.

Employee Equity Incentive Plans

We use the straight-line amortization method to recognize share-based compensation expense over the service period of the award, net of estimated forfeitures. Upon exercise, cancellation, forfeiture, or expiration of stock options, or upon vesting or forfeiture of RSUs, we eliminate deferred tax assets for options and RSUs with multiple vesting dates for each vesting period on a first-in, first-out basis as if each vesting period were a separate award.

For the majority of RSUs granted, the number of shares of common stock issued on the date the RSUs vest is net of the minimum statutory withholding requirements that we pay in cash to the appropriate taxing authorities on behalf of our employees. The obligation to pay the relevant taxing authority is contingent upon continued employment. In addition, the amount of the obligation is unknown, as it is based in part on the market price of our common stock when the awards vest.

Income Taxes

We compute the provision for income taxes using the asset and liability method, under which deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the expected future tax consequences of temporary differences between the financial reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities, and for operating losses and tax credit carryforwards. We measure deferred tax assets and liabilities using the currently enacted tax rates that apply to taxable income in effect for the years in which those tax assets are expected to be realized or settled.

We assess the likelihood that we will be able to recover our deferred tax assets. If recovery is not likely, we must increase our provision for taxes by recording a valuation allowance against the deferred tax assets that we estimate will not ultimately be recoverable. We believe that we will ultimately recover the deferred tax assets recorded on our Consolidated Balance Sheets. Recovery of a portion of our deferred tax assets is affected by management's plans with respect to holding or disposing of certain investments; therefore, such changes could also affect our future provision for taxes.

We recognize tax benefits from uncertain tax positions only if (based on the technical merits of the position) it is more likely than not that the tax positions will be sustained on examination by the tax authority. The tax benefits recognized in the financial statements from such positions are measured based on the largest amount that is more than 50% likely to be realized upon ultimate settlement. We recognize interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits within theprovision for (benefit from) taxes on the Consolidated Statements of Income.

We recognize the tax impact of including certain foreign earnings in US taxable income as a period cost. We have recognized deferred income taxes for local country income and withholding taxes that could be incurred on distributions of certain non-US earnings or for outside basis differences in our subsidiaries, because we do not plan to indefinitely reinvest such earnings and basis differences. Remittances of non-US earnings are based on estimates and judgments of projected cash flow needs, as well as the working capital and investment requirements of our non-US and US operations. Material changes in our estimates of cash, working capital, and investment needs in various jurisdictions could require repatriation of indefinitely reinvested non-US earnings, which could be subject to applicable non-US income and withholding taxes.

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Leases

Leases consist of real property and machinery and equipment. Our lease terms may include options to extend when it is reasonably certain that we will exercise such options. For leases for supplier capacity, we account for the lease and non-lease components as a single lease component. For all other leases, we account for the lease and non-lease components separately and do not include the non-lease components in our leased assets and corresponding liabilities. Payments on leases may be fixed or variable, and variable lease payments are based on output of the underlying leased assets.

Loss Contingencies

We are subject to loss contingencies, including various legal and regulatory proceedings, asserted and potential claims, liabilities related to repair or replacement of parts in connection with product defects, as well as product warranties and potential asset impairments that arise in the ordinary course of business and are subject to change, including due to sudden or rapid developments in proceedings or claims. An estimated loss from such contingencies is recognized as a charge to income if it is probable that a liability has been incurred and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated. We evaluate developments that could affect prior disclosures or previously accrued liabilities, and make adjustments as appropriate. Significant judgment is required to determine both likelihood of there being, and the estimated amount of, a loss related to such matters. If one or more of these matters were resolved against us for amounts in excess of management's estimates of losses, our results of operations and financial condition could be materially adversely affected.

Note 3 :Operating Segments

We previously announced the organizational change to integrate AXG into CCG and DCAI. This change is intended to drive a more effective go-to-market capability and to accelerate the scale of these businesses, while also reducing costs. As a result, we modified our segment reporting in the first quarter of 2023 to align to this and certain other business reorganizations. All prior-period segment data has been retrospectively adjusted to reflect the way our CODM internally receives information and manages and monitors our operating segment performance starting in fiscal year 2023.

We manage our business through the following operating segments:

Client Computing Group

Data Center and AI

Network and Edge

Mobileye

Intel Foundry Services

We derive a substantial majority of our revenue from our principal products that incorporate various components and technologies, including a microprocessor and chipset, a stand-alone SoC, or a multichip package, which are based on Intel architecture.

CCG, DCAI, and NEX are our reportable operating segments. Mobileye and IFS do not qualify as reportable operating segments; however, we have elected to disclose the results of these non-reportable operating segments. When we enter into federal contracts, they are aligned to the sponsoring operating segment.

We have sales and marketing, manufacturing, engineering, finance, and administration groups. Expenses for these groups are generally allocated to the operating segments.

We have an "all other" category that includes revenue, expenses, and charges such as:

results of operations from non-reportable segments not otherwise presented, and from start-up businesses that support our initiatives;

historical results of operations from divested businesses;

amounts included within restructuring and other charges;

employee benefits, compensation, impairment charges, and other expenses not allocated to the operating segments; and

acquisition-related costs, including amortization and any impairment of acquisition-related intangibles and goodwill.

The CODM, who is our CEO, allocates resources to and assesses the performance of each operating segment using information aboutthe operating segment's revenue and operating income (loss). The CODM does not evaluate operating segments using discrete asset information, and we do not identify or allocate assets by operating segments. Based on the interchangeable nature of our manufacturing and assembly and test assets, most of the related depreciation expense is not directly identifiable within our operating segments, as it is included in overhead cost pools and subsequently absorbed into inventory as each product passes through our manufacturing process. Because our products are then sold across multiple operating segments, it is impracticable to determine the total depreciation expense included as a component of each operating segment's operating income (loss) results. We do not allocate gains and losses from equity investments, interest and other income, share-based compensation, or taxes to our operating segments. Although the CODM uses operating income (loss) to evaluate the segments, operating costs included in one segment may benefit other segments. The accounting policies for segment reporting are the same as for Intel as a whole.

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Net revenue and operating income (loss) for each period were as follows:

Years Ended (In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Net revenue:
Client Computing
Desktop$10,166$10,661$12,437
Notebook16,99018,78125,443
Other2,1022,3313,201
29,25831,77341,081
Data Center and AI$15,521$19,445$22,774
Network and Edge5,7748,4097,665
Mobileye2,0791,8691,386
Intel Foundry Services952469347
All other6441,0895,771
Total net revenue$54,228$63,054$79,024
Operating income (loss):
Client Computing$6,520$5,569$15,523
Data Center and AI(530)1,3007,376
Network and Edge(482)1,0331,935
Mobileye664690554
Intel Foundry Services(482)(281)76
All other(5,597)(5,977)(6,008)
Total operating income (loss)$93$2,334$19,456

In 2022, we initiated the wind-down of our Intel Optane memory business, which is part of our DCAI operating segment. While Intel Optane is a leading technology, it was not aligned to our strategic priorities. Separately, we continue to embrace the CXL standard. As a result, we recognized an inventory impairment of $723 million in cost of sales on the Consolidated Statements of Income in 2022. The impairment charge is recognized as a corporate charge in the "all other" category presented above.

In 2023, substantially all of the revenue from our three largest customers was from the sale of platforms and other components by our CCG and DCAI operating segments. Our three largest customers accounted for the following percentage of our net revenue:

Years EndedDec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Dell Inc.19%19%21%
Lenovo Group Limited11%12%12%
HP Inc.10%11%10%
Total percentage of net revenue40%42%43%

Net revenue by region, based on the billing location of the customer, was as follows:

Years Ended (In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
China$14,854$17,125$22,961
Singapore8,6029,66418,096
United States13,95816,52914,322
Taiwan6,8678,28711,418
Other regions9,94711,44912,227
Total net revenue$54,228$63,054$79,024
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Note 4 :Non-Controlling Interests
Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022
(In Millions)Non-Controlling InterestsNon-Controlling Ownership %Non-Controlling InterestsNon-Controlling Ownership %
Arizona Fab LLC$2,35949%$87449%
Mobileye1,83812%9896%
IMS Nanofabrication17832%——%
Non-controlling interests, net of tax$4,375$1,863

Semiconductor Co-Investment Program

In 2022, we closed a transaction with Brookfield Asset Management (Brookfield) resulting in the formation of Arizona Fab LLC (Arizona Fab), a VIE that we consolidate into our financial statements because we are the primary beneficiary. Generally, contributions will be made to, and distributions will be received from, Arizona Fab based on both parties' proportional ownership. We will be the sole operator of two new chip factories that will be constructed by Arizona Fab, and we will have the right to purchase 100% of the related factory output. Once production commences, we will be required to operate Arizona Fab at minimum production levels measured in wafer starts per week and will be required to limit excess inventory held on site, or we will be subject to certain penalties.

We have an unrecognized commitment to fund our respective share of the total construction costs of Arizona Fab of $29.0 billion.

As of December 30, 2023, a substantial majority of the assets of Arizona Fab consisted of property, plant, and equipment. The assets held by Arizona Fab, which can be used only to settle obligations of the VIE and are not available to us, were $4.8 billion as of December 30, 2023 ($1.8 billion as of December 31, 2022).

Mobileye

In 2022, Mobileye completed its IPO and certain other equity financing transactions that resulted in net proceeds of $1.0 billion. During the second quarter of 2023, we converted 38.5 million of our Mobileye Class B shares into Class A shares, representing 5% of Mobileye's outstanding capital stock, and subsequently sold the Class A shares for $42 per share as part of a secondary offering, receiving net proceeds of $1.6 billion and increasing our capital in excess of par value by $663 million, net of tax. We continue to consolidate the results of Mobileye into our consolidated financial statements.

IMS Nanofabrication

In the third and fourth quarters of 2023, we closed agreements to sell a combined 32% minority stake in our IMS business, a business within our IFS operating segment —including a 20% stake to Bain Capital and a 10% stake to TSMC. Net proceeds resulting from the minority stake sales totaled $1.4 billion, and our capital in excess of par value increased by $958 million, net of tax. We continue to consolidate the results of IMS into our consolidated financial statements.

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Note 5 :Earnings Per Share
Years Ended (In Millions, Except Per Share Amounts)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Net income$1,675$8,017$19,868
Less: Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests(14)3—
Net income attributable to Intel$1,689$8,014$19,868
Weighted average shares of common stock outstanding—basic4,1904,1084,059
Dilutive effect of employee incentive plans221531
Weighted average shares of common stock outstanding—diluted4,2124,1234,090
Earnings per share attributable to Intel—basic$0.40$1.95$4.89
Earnings per share attributable to Intel—diluted$0.40$1.94$4.86

We computed diluted earnings per share of common stock based on the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding plus potentially dilutive shares of common stock outstanding during the period. Potentially dilutive shares of common stock from employee incentive plans are determined by applying the treasury stock method to the assumed exercise of outstanding stock options, the assumed vesting of outstanding RSUs, and the assumed issuance of common stock under the 2006 ESPP.

During 2022,70 million RSUs and stock options, as calculated on a weighted average basis for the year, were excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share in the table above because they would have been anti-dilutive. These RSUs and options could potentially be included in the diluted earnings per share calculation in the future if the average market value of the common shares increases above the exercise price. For all other periods presented, securities that would have been anti-dilutive were insignificant and have been excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share.

Note 6 :Other Financial Statement Details

Accounts Receivable

We sell certain of our accounts receivable on a non-recourse basis to third-party financial institutions. We record these transactions as sales of receivables and present cash proceeds ascash flows provided by operating activities in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows. Accounts receivable sold under non-recourse factoring arrangements were $2.0 billion during 2023 and $665 million during 2022. After the sale of our accounts receivable, we expect to collect payment from the customers and remit it to the third-party financial institution.

Inventories

(In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022
Raw materials$1,166$1,517
Work in process6,2037,565
Finished goods3,7584,142
Total inventories$11,127$13,224
Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements88

Property, Plant, and Equipment

(In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022
Land and buildings$51,182$44,808
Machinery and equipment100,03392,711
Construction in progress43,44236,727
Total property, plant, and equipment, gross194,657174,246
Less: Accumulated depreciation(98,010)(93,386)
Total property, plant, and equipment, net$96,647$80,860

Our depreciable property, plant, and equipment assets are depreciated over the following estimated useful lives: machinery and equipment,3 to 8 years; and buildings,10 to 25 years. Effective January 2023, we increased the estimated useful life of certain production machinery and equipment from 5 to 8 years. When compared to the estimated useful life in place as of the end of 2022, we estimate this change increased gross margin in 2023 by approximately $2.5 billion and decreased R&D expense by approximately $400 million. As of December 30, 2023, we estimate this change decreased ending inventory values by approximately $1.3 billion. These estimates are based on the assets in use and under construction as of the beginning of 2023 and are calculated at that point in time.

Net property, plant, and equipment by country at the end of each period was as follows:

(In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022
United States$63,234$53,681
Ireland16,74613,179
Israel9,2907,908
Other countries7,3776,092
Total property, plant, and equipment, net$96,647$80,860

Government Incentives

We enter into government incentive arrangements with local, regional, and national governments, both US and non-US. These arrangements vary in size, duration, and conditions and allow us to maintain a market-comparable foothold across various geographies. These incentives are primarily structured as cash grants and refundable tax credits. Capital-related incentives have terms of up to 15 years and operating-related incentives have terms that can vary widely. We are eligible to receive these incentives because we engage in qualifying capital investments, R&D, and other activities as defined by the relevant government entities. This includes qualifying capital investments for semiconductor wafer and advanced packaging manufacturing facilities construction and acquisition of equipment. Each incentive requires that we comply with certain conditions for a period that may exceed the incentive terms. These conditions can include achievement of future operational targets and committing to minimum levels of capital investment. If conditions are not satisfied, the incentives may be subject to reduction, recapture, or termination.

Capital-related incentives reduced gross property, plant, and equipment by $5.5 billion as of December 30, 2023 ($3.3 billion as of December 31, 2022), of which $2.2 billion was recognized in 2023 ($373 million in 2022). Capital-related incentives reduced depreciation expense by $226 million in 2023, of which substantially all reduced cost of sales ($230 million in 2022, all of which reduced cost of sales). Related incentives recognized during each period consisted of the following:

US federal government pursuant to the US CHIPS and Science Act- We recognized a non-cash refundable advanced manufacturing investment tax credit of $845 million in 2023, which is recorded as an offset toincome taxes payable. No incentives were recognized in 2022.

US state governments - We recognized $723 million of grants in 2023 related to two new leading-edge chip factories in Ohio. No incentives were recognized in 2022.

Non-US governments - We recognized $645 million of grants and refundable tax credits in 2023 ($373 million in 2022), a majority of which related to the expansion of silicon wafer manufacturing facilities in Ireland.

Operating-related incentives benefited operating income by $202 million in 2023 ($104 million in 2022), a majority of which was recorded incost of sales.

Capital-related and operating-related grants receivables totaled $559 million as of December 30, 2023 ($437 million as of December 31, 2022), a majority of which pertained to capital-related grants and were recognized as non-cash investing activities. A substantial majority of the grants receivables were recorded within other long-term assets on our Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 30, 2023 and as of December 31, 2022. Capital-related refundable tax credits totaled $365 million as of December 30, 2023 (no balance as of December 31, 2022) and were recorded within income taxes payable on our Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements89

Other Accrued Liabilities

Other accrued liabilities include deferred compensation of $2.9 billion as of December 30, 2023 ($2.4 billion as of December 31, 2022).

Advertising

Advertising costs, including direct marketing, are expensed as incurred and recorded within MG&A expenses. Advertising costs were $950 million in 2023 ($1.2 billion in 2022 and $1.1 billion in 2021).

Interest and Other, Net

Years Ended (In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Interest income$1,335$589$144
Interest expense(878)(496)(597)
Other, net1721,073(29)
Total interest and other, net$629$1,166$(482)

Interest expense is net of $1.5 billion of interest capitalized in 2023 ($785 million in 2022 and $398 million in 2021).

Other, netincludes a $1.0 billion gain recognized in 2022 from the first closing of the divestiture of our NAND memory business.

Note 7 :Restructuring and Other Charges
Years Ended (In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Employee severance and benefit arrangements$222$1,038$48
Litigation charges and other(329)(1,187)2,291
Asset impairment charges45151287
Total restructuring and other charges$(62)$2$2,626

The 2022 Restructuring Program was approved to rebalance our workforce and operations to create efficiencies and improve our product execution in alignment with our strategy. Restructuring charges are primarily comprised of employee severance and benefit arrangements and are recorded as corporate charges in the "all other" category presented in "Note 3: Operating Segments" within the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. These actions were substantially complete as of December 30, 2023.

Restructuring activity for the 2022 Restructuring Program was as follows:

(In Millions)Employee Severance and Benefit Arrangements
Accrued restructuring balance as of December 25, 2021$—
Accruals and adjustments1,038
Cash payments(165)
Accrued restructuring balance as of December 31, 2022873
Accruals and adjustments222
Cash payments(1,013)
Accrued restructuring balance as of December 30, 2023$82

The accrued restructuring balances as of December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 were recorded as current liabilities within accrued compensation and benefits on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. The cumulative cost of the 2022 Restructuring Program as of December 30, 2023 was $1.3 billion.

Litigation charges and other includes a $1.2 billion benefit in 2023 due to a reduction in the previously accrued $2.2 billion charge as a result of developments in the VLSI litigation in the fourth quarter of 2023. 2023 charges also include a $401 million chargefor an EC-imposed fine. In 2009, we recorded and paid an EC-imposed fine that was subsequently annulled, resulting in a benefit of $1.2 billion in 2022. Refer to "Note 19: Commitments and Contingencies" within the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for further information on legal proceedings related to the VLSI litigation and EC fine.

Also in 2023, we mutually agreed with Tower to terminate the agreement we entered into during 2022 to acquire Tower due to our inability to obtain required regulatory approvals in a timely manner. We paid a termination fee in accordance with the terms of the agreement, resulting in a $353 million charge included inlitigation charges and other.

Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements90
Note 8 :Income Taxes

Provision for (Benefit From) Taxes

Years Ended (In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Income (losses) before taxes:
US$(4,749)$(1,161)$9,361
Non-US5,5118,92912,342
Total income before taxes7627,76821,703
Provision for (benefit from) taxes:
Current:
Federal5384,1061,304
State236875
Non-US5357351,198
Total current provision for (benefit from) taxes1,0964,9092,577
Deferred:
Federal(2,048)(5,806)(863)
State(21)(40)(25)
Non-US60688146
Total deferred provision for (benefit from) taxes(2,009)(5,158)(742)
Total provision for (benefit from) taxes$(913)$(249)$1,835
Effective tax rate(119.8)%(3.2)%8.5%

The difference between the tax provision at the statutory federal income tax rate and the tax provision as a percentage of income before income taxes (effective tax rate) for each period was as follows:

Years EndedDec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Statutory federal income tax rate21.0%21.0%21.0%
Increase (reduction) in rate resulting from:
Research and development tax credits(99.0)(11.4)(2.4)
Non-US income taxed at different rates(60.6)(13.4)(5.9)
Foreign derived intangible income benefit(25.1)(9.7)(2.2)
Restructuring of certain non-US subsidiaries(15.8)(2.2)(3.4)
Share-based compensation34.33.0—
Unrecognized tax benefits and settlements16.34.51.1
Non-deductibility of European Commission fine11.1(4.1)—
Other(2.0)9.10.3
Effective tax rate(119.8)%(3.2)%8.5%

Our effective tax rate decreased in 2023 compared to 2022, primarily driven by our R&D tax credits, which provide a tax benefit based on our eligible R&D spending and are not dependent on lower income before taxes, and a higher proportion of our income being taxed in non-US jurisdictions.

Our effective tax rate decreased in 2022 compared to 2021, primarily driven by a higher proportion of our income being taxed in non-US jurisdictions and a change in tax law from 2017 Tax Reform related to the capitalization of R&D expenses that went into effect in January 2022.

We derive the effective tax rate benefit attributed to non-US income taxed at different rates primarily from our operations in Hong Kong, Ireland, Israel, and Malaysia. The statutory tax rates in these jurisdictions range from 12.5% to 24.0%. We are subject to reduced tax rates in Israel and Malaysia as long as we conduct certain eligible activities and make certain capital investments. We have conditional reduced tax rates that expire at various dates through 2056, and we expect to apply for renewals upon expiration. In 2023 the tax benefit specifically attributable to tax holidays was $129 million ($220 million for 2022 and $187 million for 2021) with a $0.03 impact on diluted earnings per share ($0.05 for 2022 and $0.05 for 2021).

Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements91

Deferred and Current Income Taxes

Deferred income taxes reflect the net tax effects of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts for income tax purposes. Significant components of our deferred tax assets and liabilities at the end of each period were as follows:

(In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022
Deferred tax assets:
R&D expenditures capitalization$7,726$5,067
State credits and net operating losses2,6242,259
Inventory1,4301,788
Accrued compensation and other benefits9311,031
Share-based compensation586557
Litigation charge308470
Other, net926709
Gross deferred tax assets14,53111,881
Valuation allowance(3,047)(2,586)
Total deferred tax assets11,4849,295
Deferred tax liabilities:
Property, plant, and equipment(5,156)(4,776)
Licenses and intangibles(494)(386)
Unrealized gains on investments and derivatives(358)(415)
Other, net(203)(470)
Total deferred tax liabilities(6,211)(6,047)
Net deferred tax assets (liabilities)$5,273$3,248
Reported as:
Deferred tax assets5,4593,450
Deferred tax liabilities(186)(202)
Net deferred tax assets (liabilities)$5,273$3,248

Changes in the valuation allowance for deferred tax assets were as follows:

Years Ended (In Millions)Balance at Beginning of YearAdditions Charged to Expenses/Other AccountsNet(Deductions)RecoveriesBalance atEnd of Year
Valuation allowance for deferred tax assets
December 30, 2023$2,586$461$—$3,047
December 31, 2022$2,259$401$(74)$2,586
December 25, 2021$1,963$442$(146)$2,259

Deferred tax assets are included within other long-term assets on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.

The valuation allowance as of December 30, 2023 included allowances primarily related to unrealized state credit carryforwards of $2.6 billion.

As of December 30, 2023, our federal and non-US net operating loss carryforwards for income tax purposes were $325 million and $1.7 billion, respectively. The majority of the federal and non-US net operating loss carryforwards have no expiration date. The remaining federal and non-US net operating loss carryforwards expire at various dates through 2040. The federal and non-US net operating loss carryforwards include $141 million and $1.7 billion, respectively, that are not likely to be recovered and have been reduced by a valuation allowance.

As of December 30, 2023, we have undistributed earnings of certain foreign subsidiaries of approximately $19.9 billion that we have indefinitely invested, and on which we have not recognized deferred taxes. Estimating the amount of potential tax is not practicable because of the complexity and variety of assumptions necessary to compute the tax.

Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements92

Current income taxes receivable of $59 million as of December 30, 2023 ($138 million as of December 31, 2022) are included inother current assets.

Long-term income taxes payable of $2.6 billion as of December 30, 2023 ($3.8 billion as of December 31, 2022) are primarily composed of the transition tax from Tax Reform, which is payable over eight years beginning in 2018, as well as amounts for uncertain tax positions, reduced by the associated deduction for state taxes and non-US tax credits.

Uncertain Tax Positions

(In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Beginning gross unrecognized tax benefits$1,229$1,020$828
Settlements and effective settlements with tax authorities(288)(18)(25)
Changes in balances related to tax position taken during prior periods—(120)(26)
Changes in balances related to tax position taken during current period183347243
Ending gross unrecognized tax benefits$1,124$1,229$1,020

If the remaining balance of unrecognized tax benefits were recognized in a future period, it would result in a tax benefit of $962 million as of December 30, 2023 ($914 million as of December 31, 2022) and a reduction in the effective tax rate. Interest, penalties, and accrued interest related to unrecognized tax benefits were insignificant in the periods presented.

We regularly engage in discussions and negotiations with tax authorities regarding tax matters in the various jurisdictions in which we conduct business. Although the timing of the resolutions and/or closures of audits is highly uncertain, it is reasonably possible that certain US federal and non-US tax audits may be concluded within the next 12 months, which could increase or decrease the balance of our gross unrecognized tax benefits. We estimate that the unrecognized tax benefits as of December 30, 2023 could decrease by as much as $314 million in the next 12 months.

We file federal, state, and non-US tax returns. We are no longer subject to US federal and non-US tax examinations for years prior to 2018 and 2015, respectively. For US state tax returns, we are no longer subject to tax examination for years prior to 2015.

Note 9 :Investments

Short-term Investments

Short-term investments include marketable debt investments in corporate debt, government debt, and financial institution instruments, and are recorded within cash and cash equivalents andshort-term investments on the Consolidated Balance Sheets. Government debt includes instruments such as non-US government bills and bonds and US agency securities. Financial institution instruments include instruments issued or managed by financial institutions in various forms, such as commercial paper, fixed- and floating-rate bonds, money market fund deposits, and time deposits. As of December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, substantially all time deposits were issued by institutions outside the US.

The fair value of our economically hedged marketable debt investments was $17.1 billion as of December 30, 2023 ($16.2 billion as of December 31, 2022). For hedged investments still held at the reporting date, we recorded net gains of $534 million in 2023 (net losses of $748 million in 2022 and netlosses of $606 million in 2021). Net losses on the related derivatives were $472 million in 2023 (net gains of $752 million in 2022 and net gains of $609 million in 2021).

Our remaining unhedged marketable debt investments are reported at fair value, with unrealized gains or losses, net of tax, recorded inaccumulated other comprehensive income (loss). The adjusted cost of our unhedged investments was $4.7 billion as of December 30, 2023 ($10.2 billion as of December 31, 2022), which approximated the fair value for these periods.

The fair value of marketable debt investments, by contractual maturity, as of December 30, 2023, was as follows:

(In Millions)Fair Value
Due in 1 year or less$9,575
Due in 1–2 years2,375
Due in 2–5 years7,134
Due after 5 years442
Instruments not due at a single maturity date2,274
Total$21,800
Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements93

Equity Investments

(In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022
Marketable equity securities1$1,194$1,341
Non-marketable equity securities4,6304,561
Equity method investments510
Total$5,829$5,912

1 Over 90% of our marketable equity securities are subject to trading-volume or market-based restrictions, which limit the number of shares we may sell in a specified period of time, impacting our ability to liquidate these investments. The trading volume restrictions generally apply for as long as we own more than 1% of the outstanding shares. Market-based restrictions result from the rules of the respective exchange.

The components of gains (losses) on equity investments, net for each period were as follows:

Years Ended (In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Ongoing mark-to-market adjustments on marketable equity securities$(36)$(787)$(130)
Observable price adjustments on non-marketable equity securities17299750
Impairment charges(214)(190)(154)
Sale of equity investments and other 12734,9462,263
Total gains (losses) on equity investments, net$40$4,268$2,729

1 Sale of equity investments and other includes initial fair value adjustments recorded upon a security becoming marketable, realized gains (losses) on sales of non-marketable equity investments and equity method investments, and our share of equity method investee gains (losses) and distributions.

As of December 30, 2023, the cumulative amount of impairments for equity securities without readily determinable fair value was $1.1 billion ($955 million as of December 31, 2022) and upward observable price adjustments were $1.4 billion ($1.4 billion as of December 31, 2022).

Net unrealized gains and losses for our marketable and non-marketable equity securities during each period still held at the reporting date were as follows:

(In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Net gains (losses) recognized during the period on equity securities$19$(314)$1,210
Less: Net (gains) losses recognized during the period on equity securities sold during the period(5)1(259)
Net unrealized gains (losses) recognized during the period on equity securities still held at the reporting date$14$(313)$951

McAfee Corp.

During 2022, the sale of McAfee's consumer business was completed and we received $4.6 billion in cash for the sale of our remaining share of McAfee, recognizing a $4.6 billion gain insale of equity investments and other. In 2021, we recognized McAfee dividends of $1.3 billion, which included a special dividend of $1.1 billion paid in connection with the sale of McAfee's enterprise business, and recognized $228 million related to the partial sale of our investment in McAfee.

Beijing Unisoc Technology Ltd.

We account for our interest in Beijing Unisoc Technology Ltd. (Unisoc) as a non-marketable equity security. During 2021, we recognized $471 million in observable price adjustments in our investment in Unisoc and as of December 30, 2023, the net book value of the investment was $1.1 billion ($1.1 billion as of December 31, 2022).

Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements94
Note 10 :Divestitures

NAND Memory Business

On December 29, 2021, we closed the first phase of our agreement with SK hynix Inc. (SK hynix) to divest our NAND memory business for $9.0 billion in cash. Our NAND memory business includes our NAND memory technology and manufacturing business (the NAND OpCo Business), of which we deconsolidated our ongoing interests as part of the sale. The transaction will be completed in two closings and upon the first closing in the first quarter of 2022, SK hynix paid $7.0 billion of consideration and we recognized a pre-tax gain of $1.0 billion within interest and other, net, and tax expense of $495 million. We recorded a receivable in other long-term assetsfor the remaining proceeds we will receive upon the second closing of the transaction, expected to be no earlier than March 2025. The receivable outstanding was $2.0 billion as of December 30, 2023 and $1.9 billion December 31, 2022.

The wafer manufacturing and sale agreement includes incentives and penalties that are contingent on the cost of operation and output of the NAND OpCo Business. These incentives and penalties present a maximum exposure of up to $500 million annually, and $1.5 billion in the aggregate. We are currently in negotiations with SK hynix to update the operating plan of the NAND OpCo Business in light of the current business environment and projections, which may impact the metrics associated with the incentives and penalties and our expectations of the performance of the NAND OpCo Business against those metrics.

We were reimbursed for costs that we incurred on behalf of the NAND OpCo Business for corporate function services, which include human resources, information technology, finance, supply chain, and other compliance requirements. Reimbursed expenses approximated $145 million in 2022 and $125 million in 2023. We recorded a receivable due from the NAND OpCo Business, a deconsolidated entity, of $145 million within other current assetsas of December 30, 2023 ($133 million recorded as of December 31, 2022).

Note 11 :Goodwill
(In Millions)Dec 31, 2022AcquisitionsTransfersOtherDec 30, 2023
Client Computing$4,254$—$495$—$4,749
Data Center and AI9,013—(292)—8,721
Network and Edge2,809———2,809
Mobileye10,919———10,919
Accelerated Computing Systems and Graphics596—(596)——
All other——393—393
Total$27,591$—$—$—$27,591
(In Millions)Dec 25, 2021AcquisitionsTransfersOtherDec 31, 2022
Client Computing$4,237$17$—$—$4,254
Data Center and AI8,595418——9,013
Network and Edge2,77435——2,809
Mobileye10,928——(9)10,919
Accelerated Computing Systems and Graphics429167——596
All other—————
Total$26,963$637$—$(9)$27,591

As described in "Note 3: Operating Segments" within the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, we integrated AXG into CCG and DCAI in the first quarter of 2023. As a result, of the total $596 million of goodwill previously allocated to AXG, we reallocated $495 million to CCG and $101 million to DCAI based on the relative fair value of our updated operating segments. We performed a quantitative impairment assessment for each of our reporting units immediately before and after our business reorganization, concluding that goodwill was not impaired. We also reallocated $393 million of goodwill from DCAI to other businesses during 2023.

During the fourth quarter of 2023 and 2022, we completed our annual impairment assessments and concluded that goodwill was not impaired. During the second quarter of 2021, we recognized a goodwill impairment loss of $238 million related to two non-strategic businesses that we exited, recorded within our "all other" category. The accumulated impairment loss as of December 30, 2023 was $957 million: $365 million associated with CCG, $275 million associated with DCAI, $79 million associated with NEX, and the remainder associated with non-reportable segments.

Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements95

In the first quarter of 2022, we retrospectively adjusted all prior-period amounts in our goodwill footnote to reflect changes to our operating segments. We reallocated goodwill among our affected reporting units based on the relative fair value of our new operating segments. We performed a quantitative impairment assessment for each of our reporting units immediately before and after our business reorganization, concluding that goodwill was not impaired.

Note 12 :Identified Intangible Assets
December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
(In Millions)Gross AssetsAccumulated AmortizationNetGross AssetsAccumulated AmortizationNet
Developed technology$10,520$(7,996)$2,524$10,964$(7,216)$3,748
Customer relationships and brands1,986(1,286)7001,986(1,114)872
Licensed technology and patents3,088(1,728)1,3603,219(1,821)1,398
Other non-amortizing intangibles5—5———
Total identified intangible assets$15,599$(11,010)$4,589$16,169$(10,151)$6,018

During 2022 and 2023, we entered into and/or renewed several licensed technology arrangements totaling $634 million and $309 million respectively, which are subject to amortization.

Amortization expenses recorded for identified intangible assets in the Consolidated Statements of Income for each period and the weighted average useful life were as follows:

Years Ended (In Millions)LocationDec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021Weighted Average Useful Life1
Developed technologyCost of sales$1,235$1,341$1,2839.1 years
Customer relationships and brandsMarketing, general, and administrative17218520911.6 years
Licensed technology and patentsCost of sales34838134712.2 years
Total amortization expenses$1,755$1,907$1,839

1 Represents weighted average useful life in years of intangible assets as of December 30, 2023.

We expect future amortization expense for the next five years and thereafter to be as follows:

(In Millions)20242025202620272028ThereafterTotal
Future amortization expenses$1,360$948$742$552$339$643$4,584
Note 13 :Borrowings

Short-Term Debt

As of December 30, 2023, short-term debt was $2.3 billion, composed of the current portion of long-term debt. As of December 31, 2022, short-term debt was $4.4 billion, composed of $423 million of the current portion of long-term debt and $3.9 billion of commercial paper. The current portion of long-term debt includes debt classified as short-term based on time remaining until maturity.

We have an ongoing authorization from our Board of Directors to borrow up to $10.0 billion under our commercial paper program. As of December 30, 2023 we hadno commercial paper outstanding ($3.9 billion as of December 31, 2022).

Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements96

Long-Term Debt

Dec 30, 2023 · Dec 31, 2022
(In Millions)Effective Interest RateAmountAmount
Fixed-rate senior notes:
2.88%, due May 20242.32%$1,250$1,250
2.70%, due June 20242.14%600600
3.40%, due March 20253.45%1,5001,500
3.70%, due July 20257.29%2,2502,250
4.88%, due February 20264.96%1,500—
2.60%, due May 20265.79%1,0001,000
3.75%, due March 20273.79%1,0001,000
3.15%, due May 20276.35%1,0001,000
3.75%, due August 20273.82%1,2501,250
4.88%, due February 20284.94%1,750—
1.60%, due August 20281.67%1,0001,000
4.00%, due August 20294.06%850850
2.45%, due November 20292.39%2,0002,000
5.13%, due February 20305.17%1,250—
3.90%, due March 20303.93%1,5001,500
2.00%, due August 20312.03%1,2501,250
4.15%, due August 20324.18%1,2501,250
4.00%, due December 20327.21%750750
5.20%, due February 20335.25%2,250—
4.60%, due March 20404.61%750750
2.80%, due August 20412.81%750750
4.80%, due October 20417.16%802802
4.25%, due December 20427.45%567567
5.63%, due February 20435.64%1,000—
4.90%, due July 20457.29%772772
4.10%, due May 20466.58%1,2501,250
4.10%, due May 20476.53%1,0001,000
4.10%, due August 20476.09%640640
3.73%, due December 20476.99%1,9671,967
3.25%, due November 20493.20%2,0002,000
4.75%, due March 20504.74%2,2502,250
3.05%, due August 20513.06%1,2501,250
4.90%, due August 20524.90%1,7501,750
5.70%, due February 20535.71%2,000—
3.10%, due February 20603.11%1,0001,000
4.95%, due March 20604.99%1,0001,000
3.20%, due August 20613.21%750750
5.05%, due August 20625.05%900900
5.90%, due February 20635.91%1,250—
Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements97
Dec 30, 2023 · Dec 31, 2022
(In Millions)Effective Interest RateAmountAmount
Oregon and Arizona bonds1:
2.40% - 2.70%, due December 2035 - 2040—%—423
3.80% - 4.10%, due December 2035 - 20403.89%423—
5.00%, due September 20423.64%131131
5.00%, due June 20492.15%438438
5.00%, due September 20524.26%445445
Total senior notes and other borrowings50,28539,285
Unamortized premium/discount and issuance costs(445)(417)
Hedge accounting fair value adjustments(574)(761)
Long-term debt49,26638,107
Current portion of long-term debt(2,288)(423)
Total long-term debt$46,978$37,684

1 These bonds may be remarketed or tendered on a periodic basis and will be classified within the current portion of long-term debt in the twelve months before remarketing or tendering.

Senior Notes

In 2023, we issued a total of $11.0 billion aggregate principal amount of senior notes.

In 2022, we issued a total of $6.0 billion aggregate principal amount of senior notes, including our inaugural green bond issuance of $1.3 billion principal amount, and settled in cash $1.6 billion of our senior notes that matured in May 2022, $1.0 billion of our senior notes that matured in July 2022, and $1.9 billion of our senior notes that matured in December 2022. We also early cash settled $400 million of our senior notes due November 2023.

Our fixed-rate senior notes pay interest semiannually. We may redeem the fixed-rate notes prior to their maturity at our option at specified redemption prices and subject to certain restrictions. The obligations under the notes rank equally in right of payment with all of our other existing and future senior unsecured indebtedness and will effectively rank junior to all liabilities of our subsidiaries.

Oregon and Arizona Bonds

In 2023, we remarketed $423 million aggregate principal amount of bonds issued by the Industrial Development Authority of the City of Chandler, Arizona (the Arizona bonds) and the State of Oregon Business Development Commission (the Oregon bonds). The bonds are unsecured general obligations in accordance with loan agreements we entered into with each of the Industrial Development Authority of the City of Chandler, Arizona (CIDA) and the State of Oregon Business Development Commission. The bonds mature in 2035 and 2040 and have 3.8% and 4.1% coupons. Both the Arizona and Oregon bonds are subject to optional tender starting in February 2028 and mandatory tender in June 2028, at which time we may remarket the bonds for a new term period.

In 2022, we received proceeds of $600 million in the aggregate for the sale of bonds issued by CIDA. The bonds are our unsecured general obligations in accordance with the loan with the CIDA. The bonds mature in 2042 and 2052 and carry an interest rate of 5.0%. The bonds are subject to mandatory tender in September 2027, at which time we can re-market the bonds as either fixed-rate bonds for a specified period or as variable-rate bonds until another fixed-rate period is selected or until their final maturity date. We settled in cash $138 million of bonds issued by the Oregon Business Development Commission in March 2022.

Revolving Credit Facilities

In 2022, we entered into a $5.0 billion,364-day variable-rate unsecured revolving credit facility that, if drawn, is expected to be used for general corporate purposes. In 2023, we extended the maturity date from November 2023 to March 2024. In 2022, we amended our $5.0 billion variable-rate revolving credit facility agreement that we entered into in 2021, extending the maturity date byone year to March 2027 and transitioning from LIBOR to term SOFR. In 2023, we extended the maturity date by one year to March 2028.

The revolving credit facilities had no borrowings outstanding as of December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022.

Debt Maturities

Our aggregate debt maturities, based on outstanding principal as of December 30, 2023, by year payable, are as follows:

(In Millions) · 2024 · 2025 · 2026 · 2027 · 2028 · 2029 and thereafter · Total
$2,288$3,750$2,500$3,826$3,174$34,747$50,285
Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements98
Note 14 :Fair Value

Assets and Liabilities Measured and Recorded at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis

December 30, 2023 · December 31, 2022
Fair Value Measured andRecorded at Reporting Date Using · Total · Fair Value Measured andRecorded at Reporting Date Using · Total
(In Millions) · Level 1 · Level 2 · Level 3 · Level 1 · Level 2 · Level 3
Assets
Cash equivalents:
Corporate debt$—$769$—$769$—$856$—$856
Financial institution instruments12,241835—3,0766,8991,474—8,373
Reverse repurchase agreements—2,554—2,554—1,301—1,301
Short-term investments:
Corporate debt—6,951—6,951—5,381—5,381
Financial institution instruments1334,215—4,2481964,729—4,925
Government debt2—6,756—6,756486,840—6,888
Other current assets:
Derivative assets366809—1,175—1,264—1,264
Loans receivable—————53—53
Marketable equity securities1,194——1,1941,341——1,341
Other long-term assets:
Derivative assets—21—21—10—10
Total assets measured and recorded at fair value$3,834$22,910$—$26,744$8,484$21,908$—$30,392
Liabilities
Other accrued liabilities:
Derivative liabilities$—$541$99$640$111$485$89$685
Other long-term liabilities:
Derivative liabilities—479—479—699—699
Total liabilities measured and recorded at fair value$—$1,020$99$1,119$111$1,184$89$1,384
  1. Level 1 investments consist of money market funds. Level 2 investments consist primarily of commercial paper, certificates of deposit, time deposits, notes and bonds issued by financial institutions.

  2. Level 1 investments consist primarily of US Treasury securities. Level 2 investments consist primarily of non-US government debt.

Assets Measured and Recorded at Fair Value on a Non-Recurring Basis

Our non-marketable equity securities, equity method investments, and certain non-financial assets—such as intangible assets and property, plant, and equipment—are recorded at fair value only if an impairment or observable price adjustment is recognized in the current period. If an impairment or observable price adjustment is recognized on our non-marketable equity securities during the period, we classify these assets as Level 3.

We classify non-marketable equity securities and non-marketable equity method investments as Level 3. Impairments recognized on these investments held as of December 30, 2023 were $202 million ($179 million on investments held as of December 31, 2022).

Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements99

Financial Assets and Liabilities Not Recorded at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis

Financial assets and liabilities not recorded at fair value on a recurring basis include non-marketable equity securities and equity method investments that have not been remeasured or impaired in the current period, grants receivable, long-term receivables, and issued debt.

We classify the fair value of grants receivable, long-term receivables, and reverse repurchase agreements with original maturities greater than three months as Level 2. The estimated fair value of these financial assets approximates their carrying value. The aggregate carrying value of grants receivable as of December 30, 2023 was $559 million (the aggregate carrying value of grants receivable as of December 31, 2022 was $437 million). The aggregate carrying value of reverse repurchase agreements with original maturities greater than three months as of December 30, 2023 was $0 (the aggregate carrying value as of December 31, 2022 was $400 million).

We classify the fair value of issued debt (excluding commercial paper) as Level 2. The fair value of these instruments was $47.6 billion as of December 30, 2023 ($34.3 billion as of December 31, 2022).

Note 15 :Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)

The changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) by component and related tax effects for each period were as follows:

(In Millions)Unrealized Holding Gains (Losses) on DerivativesActuarial Valuation and Other Pension ExpensesTranslation Adjustments and OtherTotal
December 26, 2020$731$(1,565)$83$(751)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(434)476(58)(16)
Amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)(226)101(19)(144)
Tax effects140(126)1731
Other comprehensive income (loss)(520)451(60)(129)
December 25, 2021211(1,114)23(880)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(910)923(28)(15)
Amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)41082(6)486
Tax effects(10)(150)7(153)
Other comprehensive income (loss)(510)855(27)318
December 31, 2022(299)(259)(4)(562)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications3571171
Amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)32833—361
Tax effects(59)(24)(2)(85)
Other comprehensive income (loss)272669347
December 30, 2023$(27)$(193)$5$(215)

We estimate that we will reclassify approximately $13 million (before taxes) of net derivative gains from accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) into earnings within the next 12 months.

Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements100
Note 16 :Derivative Financial Instruments

Volume of Derivative Activity

Total gross notional amounts for outstanding derivatives (recorded at fair value) at the end of each period were as follows:

(In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Foreign currency contracts$30,064$31,603$38,024
Interest rate contracts18,36316,01115,209
Other2,1032,0942,517
Total$50,530$49,708$55,750

The total notional amount of outstanding pay-variable, receive-fixed interest rate swaps was $12.0 billion as of December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022.

Fair Value of Derivative Instruments in the Consolidated Balance Sheets

December 30, 2023December 31, 2022
(In Millions)Assets1Liabilities2Assets1Liabilities2
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments:
Foreign currency contracts3$255$142$142$290
Interest rate contracts—578—777
Total derivatives designated as hedging instruments2557201421,067
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:
Foreign currency contracts3314363866194
Interest rate contracts2613626612
Equity contracts366——111
Total derivatives not designated as hedging instruments9413991,132317
Total derivatives$1,196$1,119$1,274$1,384

1 Derivative assets are recorded as other assets, current and long-term.

2 Derivative liabilities are recorded as other liabilities, current and long-term.

3 A substantial majority of these instruments mature within 12 months.

Amounts Offset in the Consolidated Balance Sheets

Agreements subject to master netting arrangements with various counterparties, and cash and non-cash collateral posted under such agreements at the end of each period were as follows:

Gross Amounts Not Offset in the Balance Sheet
(In Millions)Gross Amounts RecognizedGross Amounts Offset in the Balance SheetNet Amounts Presented in the Balance SheetFinancial InstrumentsCash and Non-Cash Collateral Received or PledgedNet Amount
Assets:
Derivative assets subject to master netting arrangements$1,047$—$1,047$(617)$(430)$—
Reverse repurchase agreements2,554—2,554—(2,554)—
Total assets3,601—3,601(617)(2,984)—
Liabilities:
Derivative liabilities subject to master netting arrangements1,111—1,111(617)(399)95
Total liabilities$1,111$—$1,111$(617)$(399)$95
Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements101
Gross Amounts Not Offset in the Balance Sheet
(In Millions)Gross Amounts RecognizedGross Amounts Offset in the Balance SheetNet Amounts Presented in the Balance SheetFinancial InstrumentsCash and Non-Cash Collateral Received or PledgedNet Amount
Assets:
Derivative assets subject to master netting arrangements$1,231$—$1,231$(546)$(682)$3
Reverse repurchase agreements1,701—1,701—(1,701)—
Total assets2,932—2,932(546)(2,383)3
Liabilities:
Derivative liabilities subject to master netting arrangements1,337—1,337(546)(712)79
Total liabilities$1,337$—$1,337$(546)$(712)$79

We obtain and secure available collateral from counterparties against obligations, including securities lending transactions and reverse repurchase agreements, when we deem it appropriate.

Derivatives in Cash Flow Hedging Relationships

The before-tax net gains or losses attributed to the effective portion of cash flow hedges recognized inother comprehensive income (loss)were $3 million net gains in 2023 ($910 million net losses in 2022 and $434 million net losses in 2021). Substantially all of our cash flow hedges are foreign currency contracts for all periods presented.

Amounts excluded from effectiveness testing were $221 million netlosses in 2023 ($117 million netlosses in 2022 and $19 million netlosses in 2021).

For information on the unrealized holding gains (losses) on derivatives reclassified out ofaccumulated other comprehensive income (loss) into the Consolidated Statements of Income, see "Note 15: Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)" within the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

Derivatives in Fair Value Hedging Relationships

The effects of derivative instruments designated as fair value hedges, recognized ininterest and other, net for each period were as follows:

Gains (Losses) Recognized in Statement of Income on Derivatives
Years Ended (In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Interest rate contracts$198$(1,551)$(723)
Hedged items(198)1,551723
Total$—$—$—

The amounts recorded on the Consolidated Balance Sheets related to cumulative basis adjustments for fair value hedges for each period were as follows:

Line Item in the Consolidated Balance Sheets in Which the Hedged Item Is IncludedCarrying Amount of the Hedged Item Assets/(Liabilities)Cumulative Amount of Fair Value Hedging Adjustment Included in the Carrying Amount Assets/(Liabilities)
(In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022
Long-term debt$(11,419)$(11,221)$578$776
Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements102

Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments

The effects of derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments on the Consolidated Statements of Income for each period were as follows:

Years Ended (In Millions) · Location of Gains (Losses)Recognized in Income on Derivatives · Dec 30, 2023 · Dec 31, 2022 · Dec 25, 2021
Foreign currency contractsInterest and other, net$106$1,492$677
Interest rate contractsInterest and other, net5030931
OtherVarious325(502)360
Total$481$1,299$1,068
Note 17 :Retirement Benefit Plans

Defined Contribution Plans

We provide tax-qualified defined contribution plans for the benefit of eligible employees, former employees, and retirees in the US and certain other countries. The plans are designed to provide employees with an accumulation of funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis. For the benefit of eligible US employees, we also provide an unfunded non-tax-qualified supplemental deferred compensation plan for certain highly compensated employees.

We expensed $272 million in 2023, $489 million in 2022, and $444 million in 2021 for matching contributions based on the amount of employee contributions under the US qualified defined contribution and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The matching contribution in the US qualified defined contribution plan was reduced from March 1 through December 31, 2023.

US Retiree Medical Plan

Upon retirement, we provide certain benefits to eligible US employees who were hired prior to 2014 under the US Retiree Medical Plan. The benefits can be used to pay all or a portion of the cost to purchase eligible coverage in a medical plan.

As of December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022, the projected benefit obligation was $490 million and $527 million, which used the discount rates of 5.3% and 5.6%. The December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022 corresponding fair value of plan assets was $548 million and $501 million. As of December 30, 2023, the US Retiree Medical Plan was in the net asset position.

The investment strategy for US Retiree Medical Plan assets is to invest primarily in liquid assets, due to the level of expected future benefit payments. The assets are invested in tax-aware global equity and fixed-income long credit portfolios. Both portfolios are actively managed by external managers. The tax-aware global equity portfolio is composed of a diversified mix of equities in developed countries. The tax-aware fixed-income long credit portfolio is composed of domestic securities. The allocation to each asset class will fluctuate with market conditions, such as volatility and liquidity concerns, and will typically be rebalanced when outside the target ranges, which are 45% equity and 55% fixed-income investments. As of December 30, 2023, the majority of the US Retiree Medical Plan assets were invested in exchange-traded equity securities and were measured at fair value using Level 1 inputs. The remaining US Retiree Medical Plan assets were invested in fixed-income investments and were measured at fair value using Level 2 inputs.

As of December 30, 2023, the estimated benefit payments for this plan over the next 10 years are as follows:

(In Millions)202420252026202720282029-2033
Postretirement medical benefits$34$35$35$35$36$187

Pension Benefit Plans

We provide defined-benefit pension plans in certain countries, most significantly Ireland, the US, Germany and Israel. The majority of the plans' benefits have been frozen.

Benefit Obligation and Plan Assets for Pension Benefit Plans

The vested benefit obligation for a defined-benefit pension plan is the actuarial present value of the vested benefits to which the employee is currently entitled based on the employee's expected date of separation or retirement.

Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements103
(In Millions)Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022
Changes in projected benefit obligation:
Beginning projected benefit obligation$2,705$4,456
Service cost3658
Interest cost12791
Actuarial (gain) loss57(1,500)
Currency exchange rate changes38(233)
Plan settlements(103)(96)
Other(35)(71)
Ending projected benefit obligation12,8252,705
Changes in fair value of plan assets:
Beginning fair value of plan assets2,1302,817
Actual return on plan assets151(478)
Currency exchange rate changes34(102)
Plan settlements(103)(96)
Other—(11)
Ending fair value of plan assets22,2122,130
Net unfunded status$613$575
Amounts recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets
Other long-term assets$62$74
Other long-term liabilities$675$649
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (income), before tax3$410$406
Accumulated benefit obligation$2,706$2,507

1 The projected benefit obligation was approximately 30% in the US and 70% outside of the US as of December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022.

2 The fair value of plan assets was approximately 40% in the US and 60% outside of the US as of December 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022.

3 The accumulated other comprehensive loss (income), before tax, was approximately 70% in the US and 30% outside of the US as of December 30, 2023 (approximately 90% in the US and 10% outside of the US as of December 31, 2022).

Changes in actuarial gains and losses in the projected benefit obligation are generally driven by discount rate movement. We use the corridor approach to amortize actuarial gains and losses. Under this approach, net actuarial gains or losses in excess of 10% of the larger of the projected benefit obligation or the fair value of plan assets are amortized on a straight-line basis.

As of December 30, 2023, the accumulated benefit obligations were $0.8 billion and $1.9 billion for the US plan and non-US plans, respectively. As of December 30, 2023, the US plan was in the net asset position and the other non-US plans had projected benefit obligations and accumulated benefit obligations in excess of plan assets. As of December 31, 2022, the accumulated benefit obligations were $0.9 billion and $1.6 billion for the US plan and non-US plans, respectively. As of December 31, 2022, the US and Ireland plans were in the net asset position and the other non-US plans had projected benefit obligations in excess of plan assets. As of December 31, 2022, the US, Ireland, and Israel plans had assets in excess of accumulated benefit obligations, whereas the remaining non-US plans had accumulated benefit obligations in excess of plan assets.

Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022
Plan with accumulated benefit obligation in excess of plan assets
Accumulated benefit obligation$1,857$559
Plan assets$1,301$97
Plan with projected benefit obligation in excess of plan assets
Projected benefit obligation$1,976$1,048
Plan assets$1,301$399
Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements104

Assumptions for Pension Benefit Plans

Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022
Weighted average actuarial assumptions used to determine benefit obligations
Discount rate4.5%4.9%
Rate of compensation increase3.3%3.7%
202320222021
Weighted average actuarial assumptions used to determine costs
Discount rate4.9%2.2%1.9%
Expected long-term rate of return on plan assets5.0%3.2%2.7%
Rate of compensation increase3.7%3.2%3.2%

We establish the discount rate for each pension plan by analyzing current market long-term bond rates and matching the bond maturity with the average duration of the pension liabilities.

We establish the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets by developing a forward-looking, long-term return assumption for each pension fund asset class, taking into account factors such as the expected real return for the specific asset class and inflation. A single, long-term rate of return is then calculated as the weighted average of the target asset allocation percentages and the long-term return assumption for each asset class.

Funding

Our practice is to fund the various pension plans in amounts sufficient to meet the minimum requirements of applicable local laws and regulations. Funding for the US Retiree Medical Plan is discretionary under applicable laws and regulations. Additional funding may be provided for the pension and retiree medical plans as deemed appropriate.

On a worldwide basis, our pension and retiree medical plans were 83% funded as of December 30, 2023. The US Pension Plan, which accounts for 26% of the worldwide pension and retiree medical benefit obligations, was 107% funded. Funded status is not indicative of our ability to pay ongoing pension benefits or of our obligation to fund retirement trusts. Required pension funding for US retirement plans is determined in accordance with ERISA, which sets required minimum contributions. Cumulative company funding to the US Pension Plan currently exceeds the minimum ERISA funding requirements.

Net Periodic Benefit Cost

The net periodic benefit cost for pension and US retiree medical benefits was $107 million in 2023 ($139 million in 2022 and $162 million in 2021).

Pension Plan Assets

December 30, 2023 · Dec 31, 2022
Fair Value Measured at Reporting Date Using
(In Millions)Level 1Level 2Level 3TotalTotal
Equity securities$—$383$—$383$297
Fixed income—13925164130
Assets measured by fair value hierarchy$—$522$25$547$427
Assets measured at net asset value1,6481,683
Cash and cash equivalents1720
Total pension plan assets at fair value$2,212$2,130

US Plan Assets

The investment strategy for US Pension Plan assets is to manage the funded status volatility, taking into consideration the investment horizon and expected volatility to help enable sufficient assets to be available to pay pension benefits as they come due. The allocation to each asset class will fluctuate with market conditions, such as volatility and liquidity concerns, and will typically be rebalanced when outside the target ranges, which are 91% fixed income and 9% equity investments. During 2023, the US Pension Plan assets were invested in collective investment trust funds, which are measured at net asset value.

Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements105

Non-US Plan Assets

The investments of the non-US plans are managed by insurance companies, pension funds, or third-party trustees, consistent with regulations or market practice of the country where the assets are invested. The investment manager makes investment decisions within the guidelines set by Intel or local regulations. Investments managed by qualified insurance companies or pension funds under standard contracts follow local regulations, and we are not actively involved in their investment strategies. For the assets that we have the discretion to set investment guidelines, the assets are invested in developed country equity investments and fixed-income investments, either through index funds or direct investment. In general, the investment strategy is designed to accumulate a diversified portfolio among markets, asset classes, or individual securities to reduce market risk and to help enable sufficient pension assets to be available to pay benefits as they come due. The equity investments in the non-US plan assets are invested in a diversified mix of equities of developed countries, including the US, and emerging markets throughout the world. We have control over the investment strategy related to the majority of the assets measured at net asset value, which are invested in hedge funds, bond index funds, and equity index funds. The target allocation of the non-US plan assets that we have control over was approximately 40% fixed income,40% equity, and 20% hedge fund investments in 2023.

Estimated Future Benefit Payments for Pension Benefit Plans

As of December 30, 2023, estimated benefit payments over the next 10 years are as follows:

(In Millions)202420252026202720282029-2033
Pension benefits$95$97$101$106$109$638
Note 18 :Employee Equity Incentive Plans

Our equity incentive plans are broad-based, long-term programs intended to attract and retain talented employees and align stockholder and employee interests. Our plans include our 2006 Plan and our 2006 ESPP.

Under the 2006 Plan,1.1 billion shares of common stock have been authorized for issuance as equity awards to employees and non-employee directors through June 2026. As of December 30, 2023,194 million shares of common stock remained available for future grants.

Under the 2006 Plan, we may grant RSUs and stock options. We grant RSUs with a service condition as well as RSUs with a market condition, performance condition, and a service condition, which we call PSUs. PSUs are granted to a group of senior officers and employees. For PSUs granted in 2023 and 2022, the number of shares of our common stock to be received at vesting at the end of the three-year performance period will range from 0% to 200% of the target grant amount. The PSU payout will be determined based on our performance (i) relative to annual targets for each year in the performance period with respect to a revenue growth metric, weighted 60%, and a cash flow from operations metric, weighted 40%, which results are then averaged at the end of the three-year performance period; and (ii) as may be adjusted by two equally weighted modifiers: the TSR of our common stock measured against the benchmark TSR of above median of the S&P 500 Index over a three-year period and revenue CAGR for the three-year performance period. TSR is a measure of stock price appreciation plus any dividends paid in this performance period. For 2023 PSUs, overall payout will be capped at target grant amount if our absolute TSR is negative. As of December 30, 2023,16 million PSUs were outstanding. PSUs vest three years and one month following the start of the performance period. Other RSU awards and option awards generally vest over four years from the grant date.

Share-Based Compensation

Share-based compensation recognized in 2023 was $3.2 billion ($3.1 billion in 2022 and $2.0 billion in 2021). During 2023, the tax benefit that we realized for the tax deduction from share-based awards totaled $571 million ($478 million in 2022 and $377 million in 2021).

We estimate the fair value of RSUs and PSUs with a service condition or performance condition using the value of our common stock on the date of grant, reduced by the present value of dividends expected to be paid on our shares of common stock prior to vesting. We estimate the fair value of PSUs with a market condition using a Monte Carlo simulation model as of the date of grant using historical volatility.

Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements106

Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units

Weighted average assumptions used in estimating grant values were as follows:

Dec 30, 2023Dec 31, 2022Dec 25, 2021
Estimated values$28.92$41.12$50.82
Risk-free interest rate4.7%2.2%0.2%
Dividend yield1.6%3.4%2.6%
Volatility36%40%37%

Summary of activities:

Number of Stock Units Outstanding (In Millions)Weighted Average Grant-Date Fair Value
December 31, 2022$158.7$45.56
Granted$98.2$28.92
Vested$(63.6)$43.22
Forfeited$(20.4)$44.87
December 30, 2023$172.9$37.05
Expected to vest$153.9$37.45

The aggregate fair value of awards that vested in 2023 was $2.2 billion ($2.0 billion in 2022 and $1.7 billion in 2021), which represents the market value of our common stock on the date that the RSUs vested. The grant-date fair value of awards that vested in 2023 was $2.7 billion ($2.5 billion in 2022 and $1.4 billion in 2021). The number of RSUs vested includes shares of common stock that we withheld on behalf of employees to satisfy the minimum statutory tax withholding requirements. RSUs that are expected to vest are net of estimated future forfeitures.

As of December 30, 2023, unrecognized compensation costs related to RSUs granted under our equity incentive plans were $4.0 billion. We expect to recognize those costs over a weighted average period of 1.3 years.

Stock Purchase Plan

The 2006 ESPP allows eligible employees to purchase shares of our common stock at 85% of the value of our common stock on specific dates. Under the 2006 ESPP,523 million shares of common stock are authorized for issuance through August 2026. As of December 30, 2023,157 million shares of common stock remained available for issuance.

Employees purchased 43 million shares of common stock in 2023 for $1.0 billion under the 2006 ESPP (27 million shares of common stock for $931 million in 2022 and 22 million shares of common stock for $925 million in 2021). As of December 30, 2023, unrecognized share-based compensation costs related to rights to acquire shares of common stock under the 2006 ESPP totaled $57 million. We expect to recognize those costs over a period of approximatelytwo months.

Financial StatementsNotes to Consolidated Financial Statements107
Note 19 :Commitments and Contingencies

Leases

We recognized operating leased assets inother long-term assets of $505 million and corresponding accrued liabilities of $142 million, and other long-term liabilities of $289 million as of December 30, 2023. Our operating leases have remaining terms of 1 to 13 years and may include options to extend the leases for up to 38 years. The weighted average remaining lease term was 6.0 years, and the weighted average discount rate was 5.0% as of December 30, 2023, for our operating leases.

Operating lease expense was $407 million in 2023 ($729 million in 2022 and $798 million in 2021), including $213 million in variable lease expense in 2023 ($551 million in 2022 and $620 million in 2021).

In 2022 and 2021, we signed finance leases for supplier capacity. The leases will commence upon start of supplier production and will have a weighted average remaining lease term of 6.0 years upon commencement. We recognized finance leased assets in property, plant, and equipment of $619 million as of December 30, 2023 ($430 million as of December 31, 2022).

Discounted and undiscounted lease payments under non-cancelable leases as of December 30, 2023 were as follows:

(In Millions)20242025202620272028ThereafterTotal
Operating lease payments$149$110$62$44$31$103$499
Finance lease payments$480$70$—$—$—$—$550
Present value of lease payments$978

Commitments

Commitments for capital expenditures totaled $27.5 billion as of December 30, 2023, ($31.0 billion as of December 31, 2022), a substantial majority of which will be due within the next 12 months. Other purchase obligations and commitments totaled approximately $8.3 billion as of December 30, 2023 (approximately $10.7 billion as of December 31, 2022).

Other purchase obligations and commitments include payments due under supply agreements and various types of licenses and agreements to purchase goods or services. Contractual obligations for purchases of goods or services relate to agreements that are enforceable and legally binding and that specify all significant terms, including fixed or minimum quantities; fixed, minimum, or variable price provisions; and the approximate timing of the transaction. Other purchase obligations reflect the non-cancelable portion or the minimum cancellation fee under the agreement.

Other purchase commitments also include our unrecognized commitment to fund our respective share of the total construction costs of$29.0 billion of Arizona Fab in connection with the definitive agreement entered into with Brookfield. Our remaining unfunded contribution was $12.3 billion as of December 30, 2023.

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