Navitas Semiconductor Corp's stock surged 15.17% during intraday trading on Wednesday, extending its recent strong performance in the semiconductor sector.

The significant rally is attributed to multiple factors. First, recently announced policies explicitly support the research, development, and application of third-generation semiconductor power devices, including gallium nitride (GaN) and silicon carbide (SiC) technologies. Navitas Semiconductor stands as a direct beneficiary as the only publicly listed company globally purely focused on these third-generation semiconductor power devices.

Additionally, power semiconductors have come into focus due to the energy demands of increasingly larger AI data centers. Navitas has risen significantly as it works with Nvidia to enable the 800-volt power that will power next-generation AI systems. The broader semiconductor sector also gained positive momentum following the U.S. announcement of an indefinite ceasefire extension with Iran, which reduced geopolitical tensions and boosted investor sentiment.