First Solar Inc (FSLR)

Currency in USD
171.39
-0.91(-0.53%)
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170.50-0.89(-0.52%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
166.70172.51
52 wk Range
165.86320.95
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
172.3
Open
171.69
Day's Range
166.7-172.51
52 wk Range
165.86-320.95
Volume
2.48M
Average Volume (3m)
2.48M
1-Year Change
-32.2783%
Book Value / Share
101.24
Fair Value
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Fair Price
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Price Target
252.57
Upside
+47.37%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
14 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period

First Solar Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

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

Analyst Ratings

28 Buy
7 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
36 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 252.57
(+47.37% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
UBS
Buy295.00+72.12%330.00Maintain10-11-2026
Piper Sandler
Buy222.00+29.53%251.00Maintain09-11-2026
William Blair
Buy---Upgrade05-11-2026
Guggenheim
Buy297.00+73.29%299.00Maintain02-11-2026
Mizuho
Buy328.00+91.38%324.00Maintain02-11-2026

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 Q3/2026

  • First Solar Q3 2026 EPS of $5.30 beat estimates by 13.5%, but revenue of $1.23B missed forecasts by 3.9%, falling 23% year-over-year.
  • Gross margin surged to 58%, up 20 points YoY, driven by higher U.S.-made module mix and lower costs; net income rose 25% to $571M.
  • Board authorized $500M share buyback; company expects 80% of manufacturing in U.S. by 2027, citing tariff policy as structural shift.
  • Stock fell 2.2% after-hours to $173 despite earnings beat, reflecting investor caution over softer sales and demand uncertainty.
  • Management sees long-term demand from AI infrastructure and electrification; India Series 7 conversion and Ohio perovskite pilot set for 2027.
Last Updated: 30-10-2026, 03:12 am
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Earnings

Latest Release
29-10-2026
EPS / Forecast
5.30 / 4.67
Revenue / Forecast
1.23B / 1.28B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

FSLR Income Statement

Compare FSLR to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
FSLR
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
9.9x20.9x10.8x
PEG Ratio
0.300.250.01
Price/Book
1.7x1.7x2.4x
Price / LTM Sales
3.7x1.9x2.0x
Upside (Analyst Target)
47.4%43.6%47.6%
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
58.34M54.28%10.00B
Other Institutional Investors
44.30M41.22%7.59B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
4.84M4.50%829.61M
Total
107.48M100.00%18.42B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.13.05%1,40,29,06524,04,441
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC6.92%74,36,10212,74,474

FAQ

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

The First Solar share price today is 171.39.

What is the current First Solar (FSLR) share price and day range?

As of 14-11-2026, the First Solar share price is 171.39, with a previous close of 172.30. The share price has ranged from 166.70 to 172.51 today, while the 52-week range spans from 165.86 to 320.95.

What Is the First Solar Market Cap?

As of today, First Solar market cap is 18.52B.

What Is the First Solar (FSLR) Share Price Target?

The average 12-month share price target for First Solar is 252.57, with a high estimate of 328 and a low estimate of 169. 28 analysts recommend buying, while 1 suggest selling, with an overall rating of Buy and +47.37% Upside potential.

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

The First Solar EPS (TTM) is 17.33.

When Is the Next First Solar Earnings Date?

First Solar will release its next earnings report on 02-03-2027.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is FSLR a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

What Stock Exchange Does First Solar Trade On?

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

What Is the Stock Symbol for First Solar?

The stock symbol for First Solar is "FSLR."

How Many Times Has First Solar Stock Split?

First Solar has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does First Solar Have?

First Solar has 7900 employees.

What Is the FSLR Premarket Price?

FSLR's last pre-market stock price is 172.08. The pre-market share volume is 13,210.00, and the stock has changed by -0.22, or -0.13%.

What Is the FSLR After Hours Price?

FSLR's last after hours stock price is 170.50, the stock has changed by -0.89, or -0.52%.
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