WOLFSPEED, INC.

Previous wording

Our ability to pay interest and repay the principal for or to refinance any outstanding indebtedness under the New 2L Renesas Convertible Notes, New 2L Non-Renesas Convertible Notes, the new 2L Non-Convertible Notes and the New Senior Secured Notes is dependent upon our ability to manage our business operations, generate sufficient cash flows to service such debt and/or raise additional capital, which is subject to economic, financial, competitive and other factors beyond our control. There can be no assurance that we will be able to manage any of these risks successfully.

Current wording

Our ability to pay interest and repay the principal for or to refinance any outstanding indebtedness under the New 2L Renesas Convertible Notes, New 2L Non-Renesas Convertible Notes, the New 2L Non-Convertible Notes, the New Senior Secured Notes and the 1.5L Convertible Notes is dependent upon our ability to manage our business operations, generate sufficient cash flows to service such debt and/or raise additional capital, which is subject to economic, financial, competitive and other factors beyond our control. There can be no assurance that we will be able to manage any of these risks successfully.

Previous wording

The indenture governing the New Senior Secured Notes (the "New Senior Secured Notes Indenture") includes a liquidity maintenance financial covenant requiring us to have an aggregate amount of unrestricted cash and cash equivalents maintained in accounts over which the collateral agent for the New Senior Secured Notes has been granted a perfected first lien security interest of at least $350 million as of the last day of any calendar month. In addition, the New Senior Secured Notes Indenture, the indenture governing the New 2L Non-Convertible Notes (the "New 2L Non-Convertible Notes Indenture"), the indenture governing the New 2L Renesas Convertible Notes (the "New 2L Renesas Convertible Notes Indenture") and the indenture governing the New 2L Non-Renesas Convertible Notes (the "New 2L Non-Renesas Convertible Notes Indenture"), in each case, contain certain restrictions that limit our ability to, among other things: incur additional indebtedness, dispose of assets, pay dividends on or redeem or repurchase shares of our New Common Stock or other securities, create liens on assets, make investments and acquisitions or engage in mergers or consolidations, and engage in certain transactions with non-subsidiary guarantors and affiliates. The New Senior Secured Notes Indenture, the New 2L Non-Convertible Notes Indenture, the New 2L Renesas Convertible Notes Indenture and the New 2L Non-Renesas Convertible Notes Indenture (collectively, the "Indentures") also require us to make an offer to repurchase (i) the New Senior Secured Notes, or if the New Senior Secured Notes are redeemed in full, the New 2L Non-Convertible Notes or the 2L Convertible Notes, with 100% of the net cash proceeds of certain non-ordinary course asset sales and casualty events, subject to the ability to reinvest the proceeds of certain casualty events (subject to certain limitations), (ii) in the case of the New Senior Secured Notes, with 100% of the proceeds of certain Department of Energy sponsored financings and in specified amounts upon the receipt of certain extraordinary proceeds and (iii) in the case of the New Senior Secured Notes, the New 2L Non-Convertible Notes, the New 2L Renesas Convertible Notes and the New 2L Non-Renesas Convertible Notes, in full upon a change of control. The restrictions imposed by the Indentures could limit our ability to plan for or react to changing business conditions or could otherwise restrict our business activities and plans (including impairing our ability to obtain other financing). Our ability to comply with the covenants and restrictions imposed by the Indentures is subject to various risks and uncertainties beyond our control. Failure to comply with any of the restrictions and covenants in the Indentures or future financing arrangements could result in a default under those arrangements and under other arrangements containing cross-default provisions. A default would permit holders of the New Senior Secured Notes, the New 2L Non-Convertib…

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Current wording

The indenture governing the New Senior Secured Notes (the "New Senior Secured Notes Indenture") includes a liquidity maintenance financial covenant requiring us to have an aggregate amount of unrestricted cash and cash equivalents maintained in accounts over which the collateral agent for the New Senior Secured Notes has been granted a perfected first lien security interest of at least $350 million as of the last day of any calendar month. In addition, the New Senior Secured Notes Indenture, the indenture governing the New 2L Non-Convertible Notes (the "New 2L Non-Convertible Notes Indenture"), the indenture governing the New 2L Renesas Convertible Notes (the "New 2L Renesas Convertible Notes Indenture"), the indenture governing the New 2L Non-Renesas Convertible Notes (the "New 2L Non-Renesas Convertible Notes Indenture") and the indenture governing the 1.5L Convertible Notes (the "1.5L Convertible Notes Indenture"), in each case, contain certain restrictions that limit our ability to, among other things: incur additional indebtedness, dispose of assets, pay dividends on or redeem or repurchase shares of our New Common Stock or other securities, create liens on assets, make investments and acquisitions or engage in mergers or consolidations, and engage in certain transactions with non-subsidiary guarantors and affiliates. The New Senior Secured Notes Indenture, the New 2L Non-Convertible Notes Indenture, the New 2L Renesas Convertible Notes Indenture. the New 2L Non-Renesas Convertible Notes Indenture and the 1.5L Convertible Notes Indenture (collectively, the "Indentures") also require us to make an offer to repurchase (i) the New Senior Secured Notes, or if the New Senior Secured Notes are redeemed in full, the New 2L Non-Convertible Notes or the 2L Convertible Notes, with 100% of the net cash proceeds of certain non-ordinary course asset sales and casualty events, subject to the ability to reinvest the proceeds of certain casualty events (subject to certain limitations), (ii) in the case of the New Senior Secured Notes, with

Previous wording

Certain former holders of Convertible Notes and Renesas have acquired significant ownership interests in our common stock pursuant to the Plan. These stockholders may control outcomes of actions requiring stockholder approval, including director elections, without other stockholders' approval. This concentration could: facilitate or hinder negotiated changes of control; allow for the appointment of board majorities, influencing management and strategy; affect corporate governance, business strategies, and capital allocation; impact stock liquidity, trading price, and volatility; create conflicts if major holders' interests diverge from other stockholders; and either attract or deter potential acquirers.

Current wording

Certain former holders of our convertible notes and Renesas have acquired significant ownership interests in our common stock pursuant to the Plan. These stockholders may control outcomes of actions requiring stockholder approval, including director elections, without other stockholders' approval. This concentration could: facilitate or hinder negotiated changes of control; allow for the appointment of board majorities, influencing management and strategy; affect corporate governance, business strategies, and capital allocation; impact stock liquidity, trading price, and volatility; create conflicts if major holders' interests diverge from other stockholders; and either attract or deter potential acquirers.

Previous wording

We may issue additional shares of common stock in connection with the exercise of the warrant issued to Renesas or the conversion of the outstanding New 2L Renesas Convertible Notes or New 2L Non-Renesas Convertible Notes, which would result in significant dilution to stockholders.

Current wording

We may issue additional shares of common stock in connection with the exercise of the warrant issued to Renesas, or the conversion of the outstanding New 2L Renesas Convertible Notes, New 2L Non-Renesas Convertible Notes or 1.5L Convertible Notes, which would result in significant dilution to stockholders.

Previous wording

We may issue additional shares of common stock in connection with outstanding securities that are exercisable or convertible into common stock. Any future exercise of the outstanding warrant issued to Renesas to purchase an aggregate of 4,943,555 shares of the Company's common stock or the conversion of the New 2L Renesas Convertible Notes or New 2L Non-Renesas Convertible Notes may result in significant dilution to existing stockholders.

Current wording

We may issue additional shares of common stock in connection with outstanding securities that are exercisable or convertible into common stock. Any future exercise of the outstanding warrant issued to Renesas to purchase an aggregate of 4,943,555 shares of the Company's common stock or the conversion of the New 2L Renesas Convertible Notes, New 2L Non-Renesas Convertible Notes or 1.5L Convertible Notes may result in significant dilution to existing stockholders.

Previous wording

Our growth depends significantly on adoption of our products within served markets and our ability to influence adoption rates. The semiconductor industry is characterized by rapid technological change, high capital expenditures, short product life cycles, and continuous process technology advancements. Markets we serve are in different adoption stages and characterized by constant change, rapid obsolescence, price erosion, evolving standards, and supply-demand fluctuations. As markets mature, additional fluctuations may result from customer base variability and consolidations, characterized by lower product demand, production overcapacity, higher inventory levels, aggressive competitor pricing, longer lead times for key components, supply delays, and production disruptions. We have experienced and may continue experiencing these conditions, which could adversely affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations. The recent repeal of EV tax credits in the U.S. could impact demand for our technology.

Current wording

Our growth depends significantly on adoption of our products within served markets and our ability to influence adoption rates. The semiconductor industry is characterized by rapid technological change, high capital expenditures, short product life cycles, and continuous process technology advancements. Markets we serve are in different adoption stages and characterized by constant change, rapid obsolescence, price erosion, evolving standards, and supply-demand fluctuations. As markets mature, additional fluctuations may result from customer base variability and consolidations, characterized by lower product demand, production overcapacity, higher inventory levels, aggressive competitor pricing, longer lead times for key components, supply delays, and production disruptions. We have experienced and may continue experiencing these conditions, which could adversely affect our business, financial condition, and results of operations. The repeal of EV tax credits in the U.S. in September 2025 could impact demand for our technology.

Previous wording

While we restrict use of third-party and open-source AI tools, such as ChatGPT and Microsoft CoPilot, internal governance of adoption of these technologies can be challenging, and our employees, consultants, and partners may use these tools on an unauthorized basis, posing additional risks relating to data protection, including potential exposure of our proprietary confidential information to unauthorized recipients and misuse of our or third-party intellectual property. Use of AI tools may result in allegations or claims against us related to violation of third-party intellectual property rights, unauthorized access to or use of proprietary information, and failure to comply with open-source software requirements. AI tools may also produce inaccurate responses that could lead to errors in our decision-making, product development, or other business activities, negatively impacting our business, financial condition, and results of operations. Our ability to mitigate these risks will depend on our continued effective maintaining, training, monitoring, and enforcement of appropriate policies and procedures governing use of AI tools and results of any such use, by us or our partners.

Current wording

While we restrict certain use of third-party and open-source AI tools, internal governance of adoption of these technologies can be challenging, and our employees, consultants, and partners may use these tools on an unauthorized basis, posing additional risks relating to data protection, including potential exposure of our proprietary confidential information to unauthorized recipients and misuse of our or third-party intellectual property. Use of AI tools may result in allegations or claims against us related to violation of third-party intellectual property rights, unauthorized access to or use of proprietary information, and failure to comply with open-source software requirements. AI tools may also produce inaccurate responses that could lead to errors in our decision-making, product development, or other business activities, negatively impacting our business, financial condition, and results of operations. Our ability to mitigate these risks will depend on our continued effective maintaining, training, monitoring, and enforcement of appropriate policies and procedures governing use of AI tools and results of any such use, by us or our partners.

Previous wording

We are often involved in litigation, primarily patent litigation, and we and certain former executive officers and directors were named as defendants in multiple securities class action lawsuits regarding past public disclosures, each as discussed further in Note 5,

Current wording

We are often involved in litigation, primarily patent litigation, and we and certain former executive officers and directors were named as defendants in multiple securities class action lawsuits regarding past public disclosures, each as discussed further in Note 5, "Commitments and Contingencies," in our unaudited consolidated financial statements in Part I, Item 1 of this Quarterly Report.

Previous wording

"Commitments and Contingencies," in our unaudited consolidated financial statements in Part I, Item 1 of this Quarterly Report. Defending against existing and potential litigation will likely require significant attention and resources and, regardless of the outcome, result in significant legal expenses, which could adversely affect our results unless covered by insurance or recovered from third parties. If our defenses are ultimately unsuccessful or if we are unable to achieve a favorable resolution, we could be liable for damage awards that could adversely affect our results of operations and financial condition.

Current wording

Defending against existing and potential litigation will likely require significant attention and resources and, regardless of the outcome, result in significant legal expenses, which could adversely affect our results unless covered by insurance or recovered from third parties. If our defenses are ultimately unsuccessful or if we are unable to achieve a favorable resolution, we could be liable for damage awards that could adversely affect our results of operations and financial condition.

Previous wording

Historically, our common stock has experienced substantial price volatility, particularly as a result of significant fluctuations in our revenue, earnings and margins over the past few years, and variations between our actual financial results and the published expectations of analysts. For example, the closing price per share of our common stock on the New York Stock Exchange ranged from a low of $17.15 to a high of $35.42 during the three months ended December 28, 2025 since emergence from bankruptcy. If our future operating results or margins are below the expectations of stock market analysts or our investors, our stock price will likely decline. Moreover, changes in the public float or trading volume of our common stock may affect our stock price. For example, on September 29, 2025, we emerged from the Chapter 11 Cases. In connection with our emergence from the Chapter 11 Cases and pursuant to the Plan, the number of shares of common stock outstanding decreased significantly as part of the reorganization, which has impacted, and may in the future impact our stock price, and may result in additional stock price volatility.

Current wording

Historically, our common stock has experienced substantial price volatility, particularly as a result of significant fluctuations in our revenue, earnings and margins over the past few years, and variations between our actual financial results and the published expectations of analysts. For example, the closing price per share of our common stock on the New York Stock Exchange ranged from a low of $14.89 to a high of $35.42 during the period from September 30, 2025 to March 29, 2026 since emergence from bankruptcy. If our future operating results or margins are below the expectations of stock market analysts or our investors, our stock price will likely decline. Moreover, changes in the public float or trading volume of our common stock may affect our stock price. For example, on September 29, 2025, we emerged from the Chapter 11 Cases. In connection with our emergence from the Chapter 11 Cases and pursuant to the Plan, the number of shares of common stock outstanding decreased significantly as part of the reorganization, which has impacted, and may in the future impact our stock price, and may result in additional stock price volatility.