Group 1 - The global N-type SiC substrate industry revenue is expected to decline by 9% in 2024, reaching $1.04 billion due to weakened automotive and industrial demand, increased market competition, and significant price drops [1] - Despite facing dual pressures of weak demand and oversupply in 2025, the long-term growth trend for SiC remains unchanged, with broader applications anticipated, especially in the industrial sector [1] - The intense market competition is expected to accelerate industry consolidation, reshaping the development landscape of the SiC substrate market [1] Group 2 - Wolfspeed maintains its position as the leading supplier in the SiC materials market with a market share of 33.7% in 2024, despite operational challenges [4] - Chinese companies TanKeBlue and SICC are rapidly developing, with market shares of 17.3% and 17.1%, respectively, ranking second and third [4] - The 6-inch SiC substrate is expected to continue dominating the market due to rapid price declines, while the 8-inch substrate is seen as essential for further cost reduction and technology upgrades, with an estimated market share of over 20% by 2030 [4]