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Exhibit 99.1 Wolfspeed Reports Financial Results for the Second Quarter of Fiscal 2026 AI Datacenter Revenue up 50% QoQ $200 Million Annualized Operating Expense Reduction Compared to Q2 FY 2025 Capital Expenditures Down by 90% Year over Year Strong Balance Sheet Ending with $1.3 Billion in Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-term Investments DURHAM, N.C. February 04, 2026 -- Wolfspeed, Inc. (NYSE: WOLF) today announced its results for the second quarter of fiscal 2026. Business Highlights Quarterly Financial ...

Core Insights - Coherent Corp. (COHR) is expected to report second-quarter fiscal 2026 results on February 4, with earnings estimated at $1.22 per share, indicating a 28.4% growth year-over-year, and revenues projected at $1.6 billion, reflecting a 13.9% increase [1][8] Earnings Estimates - Over the past 60 days, two EPS estimates for the second quarter of fiscal 2026 have been revised upward, while one was revised downward, resulting in a 1.7% increase in the Zacks Consensus Estimate to $1.22, indicating analysts' growing confidence [2] - Coherent has consistently surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in the last four quarters, achieving an average surprise of 0.7% [3] Growth Drivers - The company is experiencing high demand for its products, particularly 1.6T transceivers, which is expected to continue into the second quarter of fiscal 2026 [5][8] - Increased demand for AI datacenters has led Coherent to ramp up its 6-inch Indium Phosphide (InP) production, with the global AI datacenter market projected to grow at a CAGR of 27.5% through 2035, suggesting strong InP sales for COHR [6] - Management has identified a $2 billion market opportunity in Optical Circuit Switch (OCS), with expectations of capturing a larger share due to rising AI demand [7] Stock Performance - COHR shares have surged 142.5% over the past year, outperforming the industry growth of 7% and the Zacks S&P 500 composite's 19.6% rise [9] - In the last six months, COHR has increased by 98.8%, again surpassing the industry and S&P 500 growth rates [12] - The current trailing P/E ratio for COHR is 36.11X, significantly higher than the industry average of 23.55X, indicating a premium valuation [12][20] Financial Health - Coherent reported a 51% year-over-year increase in the data center and communications market for fiscal 2025, with a 61% rise in the data center business alone [16] - The company has a strong balance sheet with $875 million in cash reserves and only $48 million in debt, providing a safety net and flexibility for investments [17] - The current ratio stands at 2.33, well above the industry average of 1.58, indicating strong liquidity [18] Competitive Landscape - Coherent faces significant competition from Wolfspeed and ON Semiconductor in the Silicon Carbide (SiC) sector, which may impact its growth and profitability [19] - Despite a strong presence in the SiC market, COHR experienced a 6% year-over-year decline in end-market demand in its Material segment's revenues for fiscal 2025 [19]

Core Insights - The third-generation semiconductor industry is experiencing rapid growth due to its essential role in strategic emerging fields such as electric vehicles, 5G communication, artificial intelligence, and energy storage, driven by global carbon neutrality and digital transformation [2] Market Dynamics - The total market capitalization of the sample companies in the third-generation semiconductor industry increased from 1,157.213 billion to 1,526.268 billion, reflecting a growth rate of 31.89% [3] - The top five companies accounted for 69.73% of the total market capitalization, indicating a concentration of market power, with Mitsubishi Electric alone representing 28.48% [3] - Mitsubishi Electric led the industry with a market cap of 434.73 billion, achieving a 67.35% increase, while Coherent saw a remarkable growth rate of 130.44%, reaching a market cap of 243.141 billion [3] Company Performance - Traditional semiconductor giants like STMicroelectronics and ON Semiconductor showed stable performance, with slight increases or declines in market cap [4] - Chinese companies are gaining prominence, with Sanan Optoelectronics reaching a market cap of 70.495 billion and a growth rate of 16.11%, while Innoscience achieved a growth rate of 154.7% [4] - Some companies, such as Wolfspeed, faced significant market cap declines, highlighting competitive pressures in the silicon carbide sector [4] Valuation Evolution - The industry is transitioning from profit-oriented valuations to future scenario pricing, with Mitsubishi Electric's P/E ratio at 34.24, reflecting market confidence in its capabilities [6] - Coherent's P/E ratio exceeds 300, indicating high market expectations for profitability, contrasting with Mitsubishi Electric's growth model [6] - Chinese firms like Sanan Optoelectronics exhibit extremely high P/E ratios, driven by national policies and market demand, indicating a strategic premium in valuations [7] Market Trends - The valuation logic in capital markets is shifting towards future technological potential rather than current profitability, necessitating a deeper understanding of companies' technological paths and market positions [8] - The global landscape is characterized by a complex competitive structure, with emerging Chinese firms reshaping the industry hierarchy alongside established international players [7][10] - The third-generation semiconductor industry is expected to maintain strong growth, but internal differentiation may intensify, with innovation and market responsiveness becoming critical competitive factors [10]

Core Insights - Wolfspeed has introduced a new TOLT (TO-Leaded, Top-Side Cooled) portfolio designed to meet the increasing power and cooling demands of AI and hyperscale datacenters [1] Group 1: Product Development - The TOLT package is built on Wolfspeed's Gen 4 MOSFET technology, which enhances power density and thermal performance [1] - This new technology aims to address the surging demand for AI datacenters, indicating a strategic move to capture market opportunities in this growing sector [1] Group 2: Market Demand - The introduction of the TOLT portfolio is a response to the rapidly increasing power and cooling requirements for next-generation AI datacenters [1]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - The report highlights significant advancements in various technology sectors, including semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and quantum technology, indicating a robust investment landscape in these areas Summary by Sections 1. Financing Overview - From January 1 to January 16, 2026, there were 296 financing events in the technology sector globally, with 248 occurring domestically and 48 internationally. The leading sectors for domestic financing were advanced manufacturing (137 events), artificial intelligence (63 events), and enterprise services (25 events) [11] 2. IPO Updates - Notable IPOs included: - Zhaoyi Innovation listed on the Hong Kong main board on January 13, 2026, focusing on integrated circuit design with a strong market presence in various chip categories [14][15] - OmniVision Technologies listed on January 12, 2026, as a global fabless semiconductor design company specializing in image sensors and display solutions [17][18] - MiniMax listed on January 9, 2026, as an AI large model company aimed at enhancing productivity through advanced AI technologies [20][21] - Tensu Zhixin listed on January 8, 2026, providing general GPU products and AI computing solutions [23][24] 3. Market Performance Tracking - The report notes a mixed performance in the stock market, with the Shanghai Composite Index declining by 0.45% while the Shenzhen Component Index and the ChiNext Index increased by 1.14% and 1.00%, respectively. The semiconductor index saw a weekly increase of 4.92% [31][32] 4. Advanced Semiconductor Developments - Significant advancements include: - Xi'an University of Electronic Science and Technology's breakthrough in aluminum nitride "ion implantation induced nucleation," addressing thermal bottlenecks in third and fourth-generation semiconductors [38][39] - Wolfspeed's successful production of single-crystal 300 mm silicon carbide wafers, marking a milestone in silicon carbide technology [42][43] - Tsinghua University's progress in pixelated array lithography, enhancing manufacturing capabilities for infrared polarization imaging systems [44][45] 5. Quantum Technology Innovations - Key developments in quantum technology include: - The University of Waterloo's proposal for a "quantum bit cloning" protocol that achieves quantum state replicability without violating the no-cloning theorem [4] - The Weizmann Institute's observation of Aharonov–Bohm interference in quantum Hall states, providing insights into non-Abelian anyons [4]

Market Overview - The major indices showed mixed performance with the STAR Market 50 index rising by 2.13%, while the Shanghai Composite Index fell by 0.31% [1] - The TMT sector led the gains, particularly in sub-sectors like SW Portal Websites (+10.62%) and SW Communication Application Value-Added Services (+7.17%) [1] - Conversely, the TMT sector also saw declines in areas such as SW Robotics (-0.81%) and SW Military Electronics III (-0.57%) [1] Domestic News - Zhejiang Jingrui achieved a key technological breakthrough in 12-inch silicon carbide substrate uniformity, with a TTV of ≤1μm, marking a significant advancement in domestic equipment capabilities [2] - Rongbai Technology signed a procurement cooperation agreement with CATL for lithium iron phosphate cathode materials, expected to supply 3.05 million tons from Q1 2026 to 2031, with a total sales value exceeding 120 billion yuan [2] - The first underwater geological drilling and monitoring robot was successfully developed in China, featuring high-precision operation capabilities with a 3D positioning error of less than 0.3 meters [2] - LeKai Optoelectronics plans to invest in a TAC functional film coating production line, aiming for an annual production capacity of 18 million square meters [2] Overseas News - Global DRAM manufacturers are projected to have a total capacity of 18 million wafers in 2026, reflecting a 5% increase from 2025 [3] - Wolfspeed announced the successful production of 300mm silicon carbide wafers, enhancing capabilities for power electronics and optical systems [3] - Siemens acquired ASTER, integrating advanced design-for-test capabilities into its software suite [3] - The U.S. Industrial and Security Bureau revised its export licensing policy for specific semiconductor products to a case-by-case review, impacting products like NVIDIA's H200 chip [3] AI Insights - Aishi Technology launched the PixVerse R1 model, which significantly reduces video generation latency to real-time interaction, applicable in gaming and entertainment [4] - Baichuan Intelligence open-sourced its medical AI model Baichuan-M3, achieving top scores in global medical AI evaluations [4] - Tsinghua University developed the DrugCLIP platform, enhancing screening speed by a million times compared to traditional methods [4] - MiniMax released the OctoCodingBench, showing that some open-source models are nearing or surpassing closed-source models in compliance metrics [4] Industry Tracking - The Long March 6 and Long March 8 rockets successfully launched satellites into orbit, contributing to the development of the space economy [5] - Lianxun Instruments is set to undergo IPO review, with its high-end optical communication testing suite breaking the long-standing monopoly of U.S. and Japanese firms [5] - The first non-invasive brain-machine interface treatment was successfully implemented in China, improving symptoms in a patient with acute cerebral infarction [5] - Yongjin Co. reported successful production and market circulation of its titanium materials, which are widely used in aerospace and medical fields [5]

Core Insights - First Principles Partners specializes in equity research focused on technology, innovation, and sustainability investment, utilizing a unique approach to identify overlooked investment opportunities [1] Group 1: Company Overview - First Principles Partners employs a "First Principles" methodology that breaks down complex financial and technological problems to their basic elements [1] - The firm has a strong background in investment, private equity, and venture capital, demonstrating a proven track record of delivering strong returns [1] Group 2: Research Focus - Articles produced by First Principles Partners on Seeking Alpha emphasize emerging technologies, sustainable investing, and the intersection of innovation and finance [1] - The company aims to share insights with a broader audience and engage with fellow investors to promote positive change and sustainability [1]

Core Viewpoint - Wolfspeed and Plug Power are speculative stocks attempting to turn around their financial situations, with Wolfspeed emerging from bankruptcy and Plug Power facing ongoing financial challenges [1]. Wolfspeed - Wolfspeed's current market capitalization is $476 million, with a stock price of $18.37 and a gross margin of -1941.56% [3][4]. - The company filed for prepackaged bankruptcy earlier this year, which significantly reduced its debt by 70% and cash interest expenses by about 60%, improving its financial position [4]. - Wolfspeed has invested heavily in silicon carbide technology for electric vehicles, but challenges in manufacturing and low yields have resulted in underutilization of its plants and negative gross margins [5][6]. - In Q3, Wolfspeed reported an adjusted gross margin of -26% and negative free cash flow of $98.3 million, although it generated $5.7 million in operating cash flow [6]. - The key to Wolfspeed's future success lies in improving yield and utilization levels in its manufacturing processes [6]. Plug Power - Plug Power has a market capitalization of $3.1 billion, with a stock price of $2.20 and a gross margin of -7128.74% [7][8]. - The company's core business involves selling fuel cell systems and hydrogen fuel, but it has been operating at a loss due to selling hydrogen fuel below distribution costs, leading to negative gross margins [8]. - Plug Power is transitioning to an end-to-end hydrogen solutions provider by building its own hydrogen plants, but it has not yet scaled operations to meet customer commitments [9]. - In Q3, Plug Power reported a negative adjusted gross profit of $37 million, but management aims to achieve gross margin breakeven by mid-next year through increased hydrogen production and restructuring efforts [10]. - The company is also exploring opportunities in the data center market, having sold electricity rights to a developer in exchange for cash and backup power agreements [11]. Conclusion - Both companies are highly speculative with significant challenges ahead, but Wolfspeed is viewed as having a cleaner story and a new management team focused on resolving yield issues, while Plug Power has a history of overpromising despite recent leadership changes [12].

Core Insights - Wolfspeed, previously known as Cree, transitioned from LED manufacturing to focus on gallium nitride (GaN) and silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductors, aiming to capitalize on the electric vehicle market [2][3] - The company has faced significant challenges, including high cash burn and failure to meet growth expectations in the electric vehicle chip sector, leading to a substantial decline in stock value [3][4] - An investment of $10,000 in Wolfspeed stock made at the end of November 2022 would have decreased to approximately $2,071, reflecting a loss of 77.3% over three years, while the S&P 500 gained 73.4% during the same period [7] Company Performance - Wolfspeed's market capitalization is currently $481 million, with a current stock price of $18.56, down 6.55% on the day [4] - The stock has experienced a significant decline from its 52-week high of $36.60, with a gross margin reported at -1941.56% [4] - The company entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in June 2025, completing financial restructuring three months later, which contributed to the stock's decline [7] Industry Context - The electric vehicle market, which Wolfspeed aimed to serve, has seen a slowdown, impacting the demand for GaN and SiC chips [9] - Increased competition in the semiconductor space, with more manufacturers entering the GaN and SiC markets, poses additional challenges for Wolfspeed [9]