As the US and China intensify their semiconductor sanctions, the G2 dynamic between these superpowers grows increasingly pronounced, pushing supply chains toward de-risking. This shift is reshaping the global layout of semiconductor foundries and, by extension, the strategies of upstream material suppliers. French semiconductor materials leader Soitec, renowned for its proprietary Smart Cut technology, plays a pivotal role in this evolving ecosystem. Specializing in silicon-on-insulator (SOI) wafers, Soitec commands over 70% of the global SOI market, with applications spanning 5G, AI, automotive electronics, and RF components.