Chipmaker Intel Corp. posted record fourth-quarter revenue, but forecast first-quarter earnings short of Wall Street expectations, as the world’s largest chipmaker faces challenges linked to persistent global supply chain problems. Intel shares, which initially fell about 3 percent in late trade, recovered some ground after the company expressed confidence in demand for its chips and the ability to manage supply chain constraints. However, Chief Executive Officer Patrick Gelsinger said on a conference call that he expected those constraints to persist this year and into next year as the “unprecedented demand” for chips continued. The company forecast first-quarter earnings per share of 80 cents, compared to an expectation of 86 cents, according to IBES data from Refinitiv. Intel’s gross margin forecast of 52 percent fell within a previous range it projected for the next two to three years, but the figure raised concerns. “With the high capex spend planned, we think …