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First Solar, Inc.’s Stock Price Soars to $139.13, Celebrating a Robust 6.10% Increase

First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)

139.13 USD +8.00 (+6.10%) Volume: 3.43M

First Solar, Inc.’s stock price is currently valued at 139.13 USD, marking a significant trading session increase of +6.10%. Despite a year-to-date decrease of -21.06%, the company’s trading volume remains robust at 3.43M, indicating investor interest and market liquidity. Invest in FSLR for potential growth in the renewable energy sector.


Latest developments on First Solar, Inc.

First Solar Inc (NASDAQ:FSLR) stock price saw fluctuations today, with shares initially up 5.1% following positive news such as a rare value opportunity created by policy uncertainty in Q4. Several insider activities were reported, including the sale of 7,475 shares by Kuntal Kumar Verma and investments made by various funds like Versor Investments LP, LGT Fund Management Co Ltd, and DJE Kapital AG. Despite this, the stock price later dropped by 0.5% and 0.6%, hitting a new 1-year low. Analysts at Janney adjusted the price target to $171 from $256 but maintained a Buy rating. The company’s growth in annual earnings led to a 16% price move, while Waaree Energies, a competitor, earned an EcoVadis Gold ranking. With ongoing market fluctuations, investors are closely monitoring the developments surrounding First Solar Inc.


First Solar, Inc. on Smartkarma

Analysts at Baptista Research on Smartkarma have published a bullish report on First Solar Inc, highlighting the company’s expansion of global manufacturing capabilities as a key growth catalyst. The report discusses First Solar’s third-quarter financial results for 2024, which showed a mixed performance amidst challenging market conditions and operational setbacks. Despite a decrease in net sales to $0.9 billion and a decline in cash reserves, the analysts believe that the company’s strategic moves in expanding its manufacturing capabilities could drive future growth.

The report by Baptista Research on Smartkarma provides valuable insights into First Solar Inc‘s performance and potential growth drivers. With a focus on the company’s operational challenges and financial results, the analysts offer a positive outlook on the impact of expanding global manufacturing capabilities. Investors and stakeholders can access the full report on Smartkarma to gain a deeper understanding of the factors influencing First Solar’s market position and growth prospects.


A look at First Solar, Inc. Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value4
Dividend1
Growth5
Resilience4
Momentum2
OVERALL SMART SCORE3.2

Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma

First Solar Inc has received a high score of 5 in Growth according to Smartkarma Smart Scores, indicating a positive long-term outlook for the company. This suggests that the company is expected to experience strong growth potential in the future, which could lead to increased profitability and market share.

On the other hand, First Solar Inc scored a 1 in Dividend and a 2 in Momentum, which may raise concerns for investors looking for steady dividend payouts or strong market performance in the short term. However, with solid scores of 4 in Value and Resilience, the company is seen as having good intrinsic value and the ability to withstand market fluctuations, providing a sense of stability for investors interested in a long-term investment strategy.

### First Solar, Inc. designs and manufactures solar modules. The Company uses a thin film semiconductor technology to manufacture electricity-producing solar modules. ###


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