First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) Receives Average Recommendation of “Moderate Buy” from Brokerages

Shares of First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) have been assigned a consensus recommendation of “Moderate Buy” from the thirty-two research firms that are presently covering the stock, Marketbeat reports. Eight equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation, twenty-three have given a buy recommendation and one has issued a strong buy recommendation on the company. The average 12-month target price among brokers that have covered the stock in the last year is $276.2381.

Several equities analysts have recently issued reports on the company. Guggenheim lifted their price target on First Solar from $289.00 to $312.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Thursday, January 8th. Seaport Research Partners raised their target price on First Solar from $217.00 to $305.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Tuesday, November 4th. BMO Capital Markets set a $263.00 target price on First Solar in a report on Thursday, January 29th. Raymond James Financial started coverage on shares of First Solar in a report on Monday, January 12th. They issued a “market perform” rating for the company. Finally, Susquehanna raised their price objective on shares of First Solar from $285.00 to $292.00 and gave the company a “positive” rating in a research report on Wednesday, January 21st.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Several hedge funds have recently added to or reduced their stakes in FSLR. Aventura Private Wealth LLC bought a new stake in shares of First Solar during the 4th quarter worth $25,000. Commonwealth Retirement Investments LLC purchased a new stake in shares of First Solar during the fourth quarter valued at $26,000. Larson Financial Group LLC lifted its holdings in shares of First Solar by 117.0% during the fourth quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC now owns 102 shares of the solar cell manufacturer’s stock valued at $27,000 after purchasing an additional 55 shares during the last quarter. Elyxium Wealth LLC acquired a new position in shares of First Solar in the 4th quarter valued at $30,000. Finally, MV Capital Management Inc. purchased a new position in First Solar in the 4th quarter worth about $30,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 92.08% of the company’s stock.

First Solar Price Performance

NASDAQ FSLR opened at $242.15 on Tuesday. First Solar has a 12 month low of $116.56 and a 12 month high of $285.99. The firm has a market capitalization of $25.99 billion, a PE ratio of 18.60, a P/E/G ratio of 0.31 and a beta of 1.60. The company’s 50 day simple moving average is $245.75 and its 200 day simple moving average is $235.90. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.03, a current ratio of 1.91 and a quick ratio of 1.55.

Key First Solar News

Here are the key news stories impacting First Solar this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Needham raised its price target to $303 and kept a “buy” rating, implying roughly 25% upside from the current price — a clear bullish catalyst for investor sentiment. Needham Adjusts Price Target
• Positive Sentiment: New U.S. energy capacity is heavily renewable in 2026 (93% from solar, wind, batteries), supporting long-term demand for First Solar panels and system solutions. Renewables Share
• Positive Sentiment: First Solar published an economic impact study projecting support for ~40,000 U.S. jobs and $7.8B annual contribution to U.S. GDP by 2027 — useful for policy support, local permitting, and PR that can help commercial momentum. Economic Impact Study
• Positive Sentiment: First Solar’s PV recycling program is highlighted as a competitive advantage as module end-of-life volumes grow — supports differentiated margins and sustainability positioning. PV Recycling Leadership
• Neutral Sentiment: Analysts and outlets are previewing FSLR’s Q4 earnings (results due after the bell); previews set expectations but actual guidance and margins will determine immediate reaction. Earnings previews may produce short-term volatility. Earnings Preview (Benzinga)
• Neutral Sentiment: Several preview/expectation pieces summarize what to watch in Q4 results (volume, ASPs, backlog, U.S. manufacturing cadence) — these are informational and could swing sentiment either way based on execution. What To Expect From Q4
• Neutral Sentiment: The U.S. Commerce Department will issue a preliminary decision on anti-subsidy duties for panels from India, Laos and Indonesia; an outcome favoring duties could protect U.S. manufacturers like First Solar, while a negative result would increase competition — outcome is uncertain. US Tariff Decision
• Negative Sentiment: Short-term momentum has cooled — stock was roughly flat over the past month despite weekly strength — suggesting some profit-taking or consolidation ahead of earnings and macro catalysts. Valuation & Short-Term Returns

About First Solar

First Solar, Inc (NASDAQ: FSLR) is a United States–based solar technology company best known for designing and manufacturing thin‑film photovoltaic (PV) modules that use cadmium telluride (CdTe) semiconductor technology. The company supplies PV modules and delivers integrated solar power solutions for utility‑scale projects, positioning itself as a provider of both components and complete solar energy systems rather than solely a parts supplier. First Solar was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona.

Beyond module manufacturing, First Solar offers a range of project services including development support, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services, and operations and maintenance (O&M) for large-scale solar installations.