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First Solar (FSLR)
:FSLR
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FSLR Stock Chart & Stats
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$135.88 - $306.77
Previous CloseN/A
Volume656.75K
Average Volume (3M)1.78M
Market Cap
$19.84B
Enterprise Value$26.25B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$1.96B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$187.00M
Price to Earnings (P/E)16.1
Beta1.17
Next Earnings
Feb 20, 2025EPS Estimate
4.8Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)11.61
Shares Outstanding107,057,730
10 Day Avg. Volume1,642,561
30 Day Avg. Volume1,779,445
Standard Deviation0.16
R-Squared0.23
Alpha0.01
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG RatioN/A
Price to Book (P/B)N/A
Price to Sales (P/S)5.19
Price to Cash Flow (P/CF)-93.10
P/FCF Ratio0.00
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.32
Enterprise Value/Revenue6.82
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit20.18
Enterprise Value/Ebitda17.99
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$270.17Price Target Upside41.53% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering24
First Solar News
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Capacity And DemandFSLR's sold-out capacity through most of 2027 and strong backlog highlight its ability to outperform peers by fulfilling high demand in the solar market.
Policy And Strategic PositioningFSLR's strategic capacity expansion in the U.S. positions the company to benefit from favorable policies, enhancing its competitive edge regardless of political changes.
Technology And Market ExpansionContinuous improvements in FSLR's technology could expand its total addressable market to include new segments like rooftop solar.
Bears Say
Competitive PressureCrystalline silicon competitors are likely to start building more U.S. factories due to better economics, which is negative for First Solar.
India Market ChallengesWeak Indian ASPs and a warranty issue were the main culprits for the lowered 2024 outlook.
Manufacturing And Warranty IssuesQuality issues with Series 6+ and Series 7 panels are a risk factor for FSLR's near-term performance.
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Ownership Overview
0.43% Insiders
22.04% Mutual Funds
0.51% Other Institutional Investors
48.60% Public Companies and Individual Investors
Risk Analysis
Main Risk Category
Legal & RegulatoryLitigation, compliance, new legislation, and taxation risks
Website Traffic
Sorry, No Data AvailableThere is no website visitor data available for this stock.
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FSLR FAQ
What was First Solar’s price range in the past 12 months?
First Solar lowest stock price was $135.88 and its highest was $306.77 in the past 12 months.
What is First Solar’s market cap?
First Solar’s market cap is $19.84B.
When is First Solar’s upcoming earnings report date?
First Solar’s upcoming earnings report date is Feb 20, 2025 which is in 33 days.
How were First Solar’s earnings last quarter?
First Solar released its earnings results on Oct 29, 2024. The company reported $2.91 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $3.153 by -$0.243.
Is First Solar overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts First Solar’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does First Solar pay dividends?
First Solar does not currently pay dividends.
What is First Solar’s EPS estimate?
First Solar’s EPS estimate is 4.8.
How many shares outstanding does First Solar have?
First Solar has 107,057,730 shares outstanding.
What happened to First Solar’s price movement after its last earnings report?
First Solar reported an EPS of $2.91 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $3.153. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.087%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of First Solar?
Among the largest hedge funds holding First Solar’s share is Egerton Capital (UK) LLP. It holds First Solar’s shares valued at 87M.
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First Solar Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$270.17 (41.53% Upside)
$270.17 (41.53% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
FSLR Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 68%
Sector Average 68%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 235.0K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 0.3%
Last 30 Days ▲ 2.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 2.0%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
28.02%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
16.44%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
19.35%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
First Solar
First Solar, Inc. is a leading global provider of comprehensive photovoltaic (PV) solar energy solutions. The company is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, and operates primarily in the renewable energy sector. First Solar designs, manufactures, and sells PV solar modules using advanced thin-film semiconductor technology. It also provides utility-scale PV power plants and supporting services, including project development, operations, and maintenance, catering to a wide range of clients, including utilities, independent power producers, and commercial and industrial companies.
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FSLR Company Deck
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FSLR Earnings Call
Q3 2024
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call highlighted strong production figures, facility expansions, and technological advancements. However, these were offset by significant challenges, including a substantial warranty charge, market pressures in India, and various operational setbacks.Read More>---
FSLR Net sales Breakdown
99.34% Modules
0.66% Other
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FSLR Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$270.17
▲(41.53% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Best Analysts Covering FSLR
1 Year
1 Year Success Rate
17/23 ratings generated profit
1 Year Average Return
+19.44%
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