First Solar Inc (FSLR)

Currency in USD
174.82
+0.39(+0.22%)
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173.01-1.81(-1.04%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
172.19177.05
52 wk Range
168.60320.95
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
174.43
Open
176.25
Day's Range
172.19-177.05
52 wk Range
168.6-320.95
Volume
1.47M
Average Volume (3m)
2.29M
1-Year Change
-22.9359%
Book Value / Share
96.04
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
273.67
Upside
+56.54%
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First Solar Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Neutral
Technical Indicators
Sell
Moving Averages
Neutral

Analyst Ratings

27 Buy
8 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
36 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 273.67
(+56.54% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
JPMorgan
Buy252.00+44.15%256.00Maintain19/10/2026
Jefferies
Hold199.00+13.83%228.00Maintain16/10/2026
Barclays
Buy259.00+48.15%279.00Maintain15/10/2026
Morgan Stanley
Buy326.00+86.48%323.00Maintain14/10/2026
Truist Securities
Buy---Upgrade12/10/2026

First Solar Inc SWOT Analysis


Solar Powerhouse
First Solar leads U.S. solar manufacturing with innovative CdTe technology, strong domestic capacity, and a robust 66.3 GW project backlog through 2030
Financial Forecast
Analysts project 27% revenue growth for FY2025, with EPS estimates reaching $25.92 by 2027. Price targets range from $100 to $222
Policy Tailwinds
Explore how the Inflation Reduction Act and FEOC restrictions bolster First Solar's competitive edge in the U.S. market, potentially boosting demand and margins
Global Expansion
Delve into First Solar's international growth prospects, leveraging its technological advantages in emerging markets across Asia, Africa, and Latin America
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First Solar Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • First Solar Q2 EPS of $3.92 beat estimates by 30%, revenue of $1.06B met forecasts; gross margin surged to 57%, up 12 percentage points YoY.
  • Net income rose 24% to $423M aided by $89M tariff gain and Section 45X credits; adjusted EBITDA reached $644M with 61% margin.
  • Company maintained FY2026 guidance; Q3 EBITDA forecast at $625M-$775M amid policy uncertainty and rising freight costs.
  • Backlog stands at 45.1GW worth $13.6B through 2030; South Carolina Phase 2 delayed to mid-2027, perovskite pilot on track for H1 2027.
  • CFO signaled openness to M&A in technology areas; $30M quarterly underutilization costs in Southeast Asia as firm awaits Section 232 clarity.
Last Updated: 30/07/2026, 22:30
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Earnings

Latest Release
30/07/2026
EPS / Forecast
3.92 / 3.01
Revenue / Forecast
1.06B / 1.06B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Compare FSLR to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
FSLR
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
10.7x25.6x11.8x
PEG Ratio
0.280.300.01
Price/Book
1.8x1.9x2.4x
Price / LTM Sales
3.5x1.9x2.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
56.9%48.0%42.1%
Fair Value Upside
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First Solar, Inc., a solar technology company, provides photovoltaic (PV) solar energy solutions in the United States, France, India, Chile, and internationally. The company manufactures and sells PV solar modules with thin film semiconductor technology that provides conventional crystalline silicon PV solar modules. It also designs, manufactures, and sells cadmium telluride solar modules that convert sunlight into electricity. The company serves system developers, independent power producers, utilities, commercial and industrial companies, large corporate energy buyers, and other system owners and operators. The company was formerly known as First Solar Holdings, Inc. and changed its name to First Solar, Inc. in 2006. First Solar, Inc. was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.

Sector
Energy
Employees
7900

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
58.75M54.66%10.09B
Other Institutional Investors
50.92M45.34%8.75B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
109.66M100.00%18.84B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.13.05%14,029,0652,410,193
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC6.92%7,436,1021,277,522

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FAQ

What Is the First Solar (NASDAQ: FSLR) Share Price Today?

The First Solar stock price today is 174.82 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does First Solar (FSLR) Trade On?

First Solar is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Ticker (Stock Symbol) for First Solar?

The stock symbol (also called a 'ticker') for First Solar is "FSLR."

What Is the Current First Solar Market Capitalisation?

As of today, First Solar (NASDAQ: FSLR) market cap is 18.75B USD.

What Is First Solar's (FSLR) Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The First Solar EPS is currently 16.27 (Trailing Twelve Months).

When Is the Next First Solar Earnings Date?

First Solar's next earnings report will be released on 29/10/2026.

Is FSLR a Buy or Sell From a Technical Analyst Perspective?

Based on today's First Solar moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal for FSLR stock is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has First Solar Stock Split?

First Solar has split 0 times. (See the FSLR stock split history page for full effective split date and price information.)

How Many Employees Does First Solar Have?

First Solar has 7900 employees, based on their latest Companies House report.

What is the current trading status of First Solar (NASDAQ: FSLR)?

As of 21/10/2026, First Solar (FSLR) is trading at a share price of 174.82 USD, with a previous close of 174.43 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 172.19 USD to 177.05 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 168.60 USD to 320.95 USD.

What Is First Solar (FSLR) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for First Solar is 273.67 USD, with a high estimate of 402 USD and a low estimate of 191 USD. 27 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +56.54% Upside potential.

What Is the FSLR Premarket Price?

FSLR's last pre-market stock price is 175.95 USD. The pre-market share volume is 4,860.00, and the stock has decreased by 1.52, or 0.87%.

What Is the FSLR After Hours Price?

FSLR's last after hours stock price is 173.01 USD, the stock has decreased by -1.81, or -1.04%.
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