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Core Viewpoint - Wolfspeed plans to declare Chapter 11 bankruptcy to restructure its significant debt load, leading to a substantial drop in its share price by 34.4% [1][2] Debt Restructuring - The restructuring plan aims to reduce Wolfspeed's debt by approximately 70%, equating to $4.6 billion, and decrease interest payments by 60% [3] - Shareholders will receive 3% to 5% of the new equity post-restructuring, while existing equity holders will have their shares canceled [7] Market Context - Wolfspeed has heavily invested in next-generation silicon carbide (SiC) chips, a high-growth market niche, but has faced challenges due to a slowdown in demand from electric vehicles [4] - The company is expected to emerge from bankruptcy by the end of Q3 2025, with potential growth in SiC applications in electric vehicles, electric infrastructure, and AI data centers [5] Future Outlook - Investors may consider the restructured company as a potential turnaround opportunity once it stabilizes post-bankruptcy [5][6]

Group 1: Company Performance - Shares of Wolfspeed surged 26.9% on Monday, following a significant increase the previous Wednesday, amid cautious optimism regarding the recovery of its end markets [1] - Wolfspeed has experienced a substantial decline in stock value, dropping 47% in March due to concerns over not receiving expected CHIPS Act funding of $750 million [3] - The company has invested billions in silicon carbide manufacturing capacity, which is crucial for high-voltage applications like electric vehicles [2] Group 2: Market Context - The industrial and auto chip markets have been in a downturn since late 2022, with seven consecutive quarters of decline in the industrial chip market [3] - Texas Instruments reported a broad recovery across sectors, which positively influenced Wolfspeed's stock performance [4][5] - Despite the recent stock rally, Wolfspeed remains heavily indebted and faces uncertainty with a new CEO starting on May 1 [6] Group 3: Investment Considerations - The high short interest of 41% of shares outstanding indicates a potential short squeeze, as many short sellers may have been forced to close their positions [2] - There are alternative automotive and industrial chip companies with lower risk profiles that could benefit from a market recovery, making them more attractive investment options compared to Wolfspeed [7]