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Wolfspeed shares surged 13.2% to $35.28, driven by optimism over Power Product sales growth in industrial and emerging AI/data center applications, plus the launch of fifth-generation SiC MOSFET. However, the company faces headwinds with expected quarterly losses of $1.99 per share and revenues declining 23.8% year-over-year. Earnings estimate revisions have declined 10.2% over the past month, suggesting the recent rally may not sustain.

AXT Inc. (AXTI) is experiencing significant working capital pressures as inventory surged 18% to $96.3M by June 2026, absorbing $12.2M in cash. While the company benefits from strong demand, a $100M+ backlog, and substantial liquidity of $748.8M, export permit uncertainties and rising obsolete inventory reserves pose risks. The stock has surged 279% YTD but trades at a premium valuation of 10.1X forward P/S versus industry average of 4.9X, earning a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).