Core Viewpoint - Wolfspeed, a leading manufacturer of SiC substrates, is preparing to file for bankruptcy due to significant debt pressure and declining revenue forecasts [2][4]. Group 1: Company Overview - Wolfspeed, established in 1987, is a major player in the SiC power device and wide bandgap semiconductor technology sector, originally part of Cree's third-generation semiconductor business [2]. - The company has transitioned from LED lighting to focus on SiC and GaN materials and devices since 2017, officially rebranding as Wolfspeed in 2021 [2][3]. Group 2: Financial Performance - Wolfspeed's total debt has reached $6.5 billion, including $1.5 billion in senior secured loans held by Apollo Global Management [4]. - The company has lowered its revenue forecast for 2026 to $850 million, significantly below the market expectation of $958.7 million [3][4]. Group 3: Market Challenges - The company has faced ongoing operational risks, including a downturn in electric vehicle demand and a sluggish industrial market, leading to a 20% workforce reduction and the closure of multiple sites [3]. - In early 2025, Wolfspeed closed several factories and shifted some operations to a 200mm SiC wafer facility to enhance efficiency and scale production [3].