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Why Is Wolfspeed Inc (WOLF) Stock Moving Today?

By the Top Tier Newswire AI Desk · August 19, 2026 at 10:18 PM ET · reviewed against 18 wire stories

Wolfspeed Inc (WOLF) is drawing unusual attention today. Our newswire has captured 18 stories on WOLF across 9 sources in the last 36 hours, with AI sentiment reading mixed (avg 48/100).

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WOLF stock is down more than 11% in intraday trade as of 5:15 PM ET, falling to $25.85 after the company reported a wider-than-expected loss and issued flat Q1 revenue guidance. The stock opened at $31.30, a 0.5% gap down from the prior close, and has since traded in a wide range amid heavy volume. The earnings miss and negative gross margin have overshadowed Wolfspeed’s AI-related growth prospects.

What Happened

Wolfspeed reported Q4 FY2026 revenue of $149.6 million, below the $224.475 million estimate, and adjusted EPS of $(2.26), which beat the $(2.45) estimate. However, the company posted a negative gross margin and a wider-than-expected loss, which led to a sharp decline in the stock. The firm also guided for Q1 FY2027 revenue of $140 million to $160 million, roughly matching the $150.4 million market estimate but indicating no significant growth. The CEO highlighted AI and data center growth as tailwinds but did not offset concerns over profitability.

What The Data Shows

The stock has traded in a volatile range today, peaking at $32.10 and falling to a session low of $25.85. Volume has reached 6.8 million shares, equal to the 3-month daily average. Options activity shows $40.4 million in call premiums versus $10.1 million in puts, with the largest single print at $11.5 million. The stock has printed 35 fresh 52-week lows on August 19 and has declined 8.2% over the past 8 sessions. With a market cap of $1.8 billion, Wolfspeed remains unprofitable, posting a TTM net margin of -72.9% and a TTM revenue decline of 6.4%.

What To Watch

Wolfspeed’s Q1 FY2027 results and continued AI-related revenue momentum will be key to monitor. The company’s ability to improve gross margin and achieve profitability remains a central focus for investors.

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WOLF by the numbers

7 sessions: -8.16%Coverage: 18 stories / 9 sourcesAI sentiment: 48/100 (mixed)Mkt cap: $1.8B52w: $8.05 to $80.82
WOLF · Aug 19 session (5-min) · -16.12% vs prior close · updated 10:18 PM ET
$25.56$28.96$32.36prev close $31.46$26.397:00 AM10:13 AM1:27 PM4:41 PM7:55 PM7:00 AM · $31.307:05 AM · $31.467:10 AM · $31.457:15 AM · $31.457:20 AM · $31.507:25 AM · $31.407:30 AM · $31.707:35 AM · $31.257:40 AM · $31.297:45 AM · $31.217:50 AM · $31.257:55 AM · $31.298:00 AM · $31.758:05 AM · $31.208:10 AM · $31.468:20 AM · $31.508:30 AM · $31.498:35 AM · $31.868:40 AM · $31.708:45 AM · $31.858:50 AM · $31.998:55 AM · $31.959:00 AM · $31.759:05 AM · $31.929:10 AM · $32.009:15 AM · $31.939:20 AM · $31.829:25 AM · $31.909:30 AM · $30.579:35 AM · $29.409:40 AM · $29.449:45 AM · $29.009:50 AM · $28.889:55 AM · $29.0510:00 AM · $28.7010:05 AM · $28.3110:10 AM · $28.0410:15 AM · $28.1110:20 AM · $28.3110:25 AM · $28.4010:30 AM · $28.3810:35 AM · $28.5710:40 AM · $28.4810:45 AM · $28.3310:50 AM · $28.7510:55 AM · $28.9111:00 AM · $28.1211:05 AM · $27.9511:10 AM · $28.3111:15 AM · $28.3211:20 AM · $28.0511:25 AM · $28.1311:30 AM · $27.8611:35 AM · $27.7011:40 AM · $27.8211:45 AM · $27.7311:50 AM · $27.6611:55 AM · $27.9712:00 PM · $28.0912:05 PM · $28.3312:10 PM · $28.2512:15 PM · $28.4712:20 PM · $28.4412:25 PM · $28.3212:30 PM · $28.4412:35 PM · $28.4812:40 PM · $28.4812:45 PM · $28.7312:50 PM · $28.5512:55 PM · $28.601:00 PM · $28.741:05 PM · $28.581:10 PM · $28.841:15 PM · $28.701:20 PM · $28.741:25 PM · $28.741:30 PM · $28.691:35 PM · $28.801:40 PM · $28.801:45 PM · $28.821:50 PM · $29.161:55 PM · $29.192:00 PM · $29.152:05 PM · $29.112:10 PM · $29.142:15 PM · $29.242:20 PM · $29.142:25 PM · $29.182:30 PM · $29.552:35 PM · $29.352:40 PM · $29.202:45 PM · $29.072:50 PM · $29.092:55 PM · $29.013:00 PM · $28.953:05 PM · $28.863:10 PM · $28.303:15 PM · $28.463:20 PM · $28.453:25 PM · $28.393:30 PM · $28.683:35 PM · $28.523:40 PM · $28.683:45 PM · $28.563:50 PM · $28.613:55 PM · $29.104:00 PM · $30.164:05 PM · $29.304:10 PM · $28.404:15 PM · $26.984:20 PM · $26.234:25 PM · $26.854:30 PM · $26.754:35 PM · $26.984:40 PM · $26.614:45 PM · $26.414:50 PM · $26.604:55 PM · $26.445:00 PM · $26.325:05 PM · $26.395:10 PM · $26.055:15 PM · $25.925:20 PM · $26.055:25 PM · $26.225:30 PM · $26.255:35 PM · $26.205:40 PM · $25.965:45 PM · $26.105:50 PM · $26.105:55 PM · $26.146:00 PM · $26.486:05 PM · $26.506:10 PM · $26.406:15 PM · $26.306:20 PM · $26.106:25 PM · $26.016:30 PM · $26.176:35 PM · $26.096:40 PM · $26.106:45 PM · $26.176:50 PM · $26.176:55 PM · $26.127:00 PM · $26.207:05 PM · $26.207:10 PM · $26.407:15 PM · $26.397:20 PM · $26.407:25 PM · $26.397:30 PM · $26.497:35 PM · $26.397:40 PM · $26.407:45 PM · $26.417:50 PM · $26.397:55 PM · $26.39
AI sentiment, last 36h · averaged over 18 stories · 48/100 neutral
AI sentiment 48/100 (neutral)0 · bearish50bullish · 100

The headlines behind the move

Story flow · 8 stories on the wire, last 36h · hover or tap a dot for the headline
36h ago24h ago12h agopublishSeeking Alpha · sentiment 48 · Wolfspeed falls after Q1 outlook roughly matches market expectationsSeeking Alpha · 48Wolfspeed falls after Q1 outlook roughly matches market expectationsBarron's · sentiment 48 · Power-Chip Maker Wolfspeed’s Stock Falls Despite Earnings BeatBarron's · 48Power-Chip Maker Wolfspeed’s Stock Falls Despite Earnings BeatTipRanks · sentiment 32 · WOLF Earnings: Wolfspeed Stock Dives 10% on Big Earnings MissTipRanks · 32WOLF Earnings: Wolfspeed Stock Dives 10% on Big Earnings MissSEC 8-K · sentiment 50 · WOLFSPEED, INC. (WOLF) files 8-KSEC 8-K · 50WOLFSPEED, INC. (WOLF) files 8-KInvesting.com Markets · sentiment 48 · Why is Wolfspeed stock sliding today?Investing.com Markets · 48Why is Wolfspeed stock sliding today?Stocktwits News · sentiment 34 · WOLF Stock Drops 11% After Earnings Miss — Wolfspeed’s AI Growth Fails To Offset Negative MarginsStocktwits News · 34WOLF Stock Drops 11% After Earnings Miss — Wolfspeed’s AI Growth Fails To Offset Negative…Seeking Alpha · sentiment 50 · Wolfspeed, Inc. (WOLF) Q4 2026 Earnings Call TranscriptSeeking Alpha · 50Wolfspeed, Inc. (WOLF) Q4 2026 Earnings Call TranscriptSeeking Alpha · sentiment 53 · Wolfspeed targets $140M-$160M Q1 FY2027 revenue while citing AI data center growth and continued negative gross marginSeeking Alpha · 53Wolfspeed targets $140M-$160M Q1 FY2027 revenue while citing AI data center growth and co…
24d agoSeeking AlphaNEUTRAL 53Earnings

Wolfspeed targets $140M-$160M Q1 FY2027 revenue while citing AI data center growth and continued negative gross margin

Wolfspeed (WOLF) Q4 FY2026 earnings call recap: $150M revenue, AI/data center growth, negative margins, and Q1 FY2027 guidance.

24d agoSeeking AlphaNEUTRAL 50Earnings

Wolfspeed, Inc. (WOLF) Q4 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Wolfspeed, Inc. (WOLF) Q4 2026 Earnings Call August 19, 2026 5:00 PM EDTCompany ParticipantsDan WhalenRobert Feurle - CEO & DirectorGregor Issum -...

24d agoStocktwits NewsBEARISH 34Earnings

WOLF Stock Drops 11% After Earnings Miss — Wolfspeed’s AI Growth Fails To Offset Negative Margins

The silicon carbide maker reported a wider-than-expected loss and expects next-quarter sales to remain broadly flat at $140 million to $160 million.

24d agoInvesting.com MarketsNEUTRAL 48General

Why is Wolfspeed stock sliding today?

Why is Wolfspeed stock sliding today?

24d agoSEC 8-KNEUTRAL 50General

WOLFSPEED, INC. (WOLF) files 8-K

Filed: 2026-08-19 AccNo: 0000895419-26-000049 Size: 777 KB Item 2.02: Results of Operations and Financial Condition Item 9.01: Financial Statements and Exhibits

24d agoTipRanksBEARISH 32Earnings

WOLF Earnings: Wolfspeed Stock Dives 10% on Big Earnings Miss

The stock of Wolfspeed ($WOLF) is down 10% after the semiconductor maker delivered quarterly financial results that fell short of Wall Street’s expectations. The co...

24d agoBarron'sNEUTRAL 48Earnings

Power-Chip Maker Wolfspeed’s Stock Falls Despite Earnings Beat

In addition to meeting analyst expectations for fourth quarter revenue, it also beat on earnings per share.

24d agoSeeking AlphaNEUTRAL 48Earnings

Wolfspeed falls after Q1 outlook roughly matches market expectations

Wolfspeed (WOLF) stock drops after Q4 FY2026 results: wider loss, flat revenue, negative margin, and guidance.

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