Wolfspeed, Inc.

Wolfspeed, Inc. is a global leader in silicon carbide (SiC) technology, specializing in the development and manufacturing of wide-bandgap semiconductors. The company's core mission is to drive innovation and commercialization of SiC and gallium nitride (GaN) technologies, enabling the creation of energy-efficient power and wireless systems for a sustainable future. Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, Wolfspeed operates as a pure-play, vertically integrated silicon carbide company.

Wolfspeed's product portfolio includes silicon carbide materials such as bare and epitaxial wafers, GaN epitaxial layers on SiC wafers, and a range of power devices including SiC MOSFETs, Schottky diodes, and power modules. These advanced semiconductor solutions are critical for applications demanding high power, high frequency, and high-temperature capabilities. Key market segments served by Wolfspeed include electric vehicles (EV powertrains, charging infrastructure), renewable energy (solar inverters, energy storage), industrial power supplies, 5G infrastructure, aerospace and defense, and advanced packaging for AI and high-performance computing.

In recent news, Wolfspeed completed a strategic refinancing and new equity issuance in March 2026, raising approximately $475.9 million to retire existing debt, which contributed to its stock reaching a 52-week high in May 2026. The company also announced several executive appointments in April 2026, including Brad Kohn as Executive Vice President, Chief Legal and Global Affairs Officer, and Sonja Burfeind as Vice President, Communications, alongside regional leadership changes. Under the leadership of CEO Robert Feurle, Wolfspeed continues to expand its global manufacturing footprint, including significant investments in facilities like the John Palmour Manufacturing Center in Siler City, North Carolina, and the Mohawk Valley Fab in Marcy, New York, to meet growing market demand for its silicon carbide technologies.