First Solar (FSLR.US) Price Target and Rating 2026/2027

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Price history for First Solar (FSLR.US) – stock price at 247.46 $, August 2026
First Solar stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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First Solar Price Target 2026: Analysts See 4% Upside

The average price target for First Solar is $256.14. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 3,51% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is First Solar overvalued or undervalued?

First Solar is currently fairly valued with a gap of 3.5% relative to the price target.


The current price is $247.46, which places First Solar in the fairly valued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $230.53, and overvalued when the price exceeds $281.75.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For First Solar, the fair value range lies between $230.53 and $281.75.


See the full price target analysis for First Solar →

Analyst Ratings for First Solar stock in 2026: Buy

37 analysts cover First Solar. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 81.1% recommend buying. The average price target is $256.14, which gives an upside of 3.5% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (4.27/5)
Strong Buy
19 (51.4%)
Buy
11 (29.7%)
Hold
6 (16.2%)
Strong Sell
1 (2.7%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
4.27 out of 5 based on 37 analysts

About First Solar – Solar

First Solar laver solenergiløsninger og tjener penge på at designe, producere og sælge solcellemoduler. De er især kendt for deres cadmium tellurid moduler, som omdanner sollys til strøm. First Solar leverer primært til systemudviklere, energiselskaber og store erhvervsvirksomheder. Virksomheden blev grundlagt i 1999 og har hovedkvarter i Arizona. De sælger deres løsninger i USA, Japan, Frankrig, Canada, Indien og Australien. First Solar er en global spiller, der fokuserer på at levere strøm til både uafhængige producenter og forsyningsselskaber. Read more about the company

Key Figures for First Solar

$ 26,2B Market cap
$ 5,4B Revenue
Solar Industry
23.75 P/E
4.87 P/S
2.20 P/B
USA Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is First Solar?

Growth stock

First Solar is classified as a growth stock with quarterly earnings growth of 23.3% and strong long-term momentum of 0.0%.

Score Overview for First Solar

💰 Value Score 55/100 (Neutral)
⭐ Quality Score 86/100 (Very High)
🚀 Momentum Score 36/100 (Low)
📊 Total Score 59/100

⚠️ 1 red flag identified

Our analysis has identified 1 potential risk factor in First Solar that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ High short interest: 12.0% of the shares are sold short – many professional investors are betting on price declines.

📈 Valuation

First Solar trades at a P/E ratio of 23.7, which is close to the market average. The forward P/E is 12.9 (46% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 4.9. The P/B ratio is 2.2. The PEG ratio is 0.55 — below 1.0 suggests the stock is cheap relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

First Solar has a profit margin of 32.5% (excellent) and an operating margin of 42.6%. Return on equity (ROE) is 18.5% — solid return on equity. Return on assets (ROA) is 8.6%. The latest quarterly earnings grew 23.3% year over year.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 6 out of 9 — good financial health. Altman Z2 is 7.88 (healthy balance sheet — low risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 52.0% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 12.03% — very high, the market is skeptical.

Insider Trading in First Solar 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at First Solar have made 20 transactions, all of which were sales. On a net basis, insiders took 7,521,763 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Gloeckler Markus, Koralewski Michael, George Anita M. and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 14 sales. A net 6,971,215 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares in the recent period. This can suggest management sees limited opportunity.

Across the last 20 transactions: 0 purchases and 20 sales. A net 7,521,763 $ out of the stock.

Latest sale: Gloeckler Markus sold 829 shares at 248 $ each on 2026-08-04.

Who is selling: Gloeckler Markus, Koralewski Michael, George Anita M., Buehler Patrick James, Stockdale Caroline and others.

Latest Insider Trades in First Solar (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in First Solar. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-08-04 Gloeckler Markus Sell 829 248 205,592
2026-08-03 Koralewski Michael Sell 3,500 225 787,500
2026-08-03 Gloeckler Markus Sell 800 218 174,416
2026-06-30 George Anita M. Sell 223 236 52,619
2026-06-02 Buehler Patrick James Sell 3,000 302 906,000
2026-05-28 Stockdale Caroline Sell 10,628 276 2,929,077
2026-05-26 Widmar Mark R Sell 364 276 100,570
2026-05-22 Widmar Mark R Sell 239 258 61,777
2026-05-21 Widmar Mark R Sell 672 243 163,424
2026-05-21 Verma Kuntal Kumar Sell 582 250 145,500

Who is buying and selling First Solar shares in 2026?

The following insiders have sold shares: Gloeckler Markus, Koralewski Michael, George Anita M., Buehler Patrick James, Stockdale Caroline and others. In total, 7,521,763 $ was sold across 20 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

First Solar Short Selling 2026: 12.0% Sold Short

Very high short interest: 12.0% of the free float
Short % of free float
12.0%
Assessment
Very high short interest
Short squeeze risk
High
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a very high share of short selling. Between 10-20% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 12.0% means that 12.0% of the freely traded shares in First Solar have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices. On positive surprises (e.g. a strong earnings report), short sellers can be forced to buy back shares quickly to close their positions, which can cause a short squeeze with sharp price gains in a short time.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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12.0%

When Does First Solar Report Earnings?

The next earnings date for First Solar is not yet available. Check the company's investor calendar for more information.



Technical Analysis of First Solar 2026 – Signal: Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Buy

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of First Solar (FSLR.US) – RSI 58, MACD negative (bearish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
First Solar technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of First Solar, Inc

First Solar, Inc is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $236.80 is 9.8% above the 20-day average ($215.63). Medium term, the picture is negative: the price is 3.2% below the 50-day average ($244.54). Long term, the stock is 1.1% above the 200-day average ($234.26), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (244.54) is above the 200-day average (234.26), which is a classic bullish signal for First Solar, Inc.

Is First Solar, Inc overbought or oversold?

First Solar, Inc has an RSI of 58.1. The stock shows positive momentum in the upper part of the neutral zone. Combined with the positive trend, this supports the bullish picture.

MACD Analysis for First Solar, Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-2.553), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (-7.746) by 5.193, which suggests the negative momentum is fading – a potential trend reversal could be ahead.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (0.613), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is below the signal line (4.227) by 3.614, which suggests the long-term momentum is fading – the positive trend could come under pressure.

Overall MACD assessment: The daily and weekly MACD give conflicting signals. The long-term trend is bullish, but the short-term trend is bearish. Daily momentum is rising, though, which could suggest the pullback is over.

Risk Profile for First Solar, Inc

First Solar, Inc has an annual standard deviation of 54.9%, which classifies the stock as high risk. Sizeable price swings are normal, and the stock requires a higher risk tolerance.

Overall Technical Conclusion for First Solar, Inc

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-2.553). Weekly bullish (0.613).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly falling.

RSI: 58.1 – neutral.

Technical signal: Buy

The broader trend is positive and MACD supports the picture. Consider buying with a stop-loss below the nearest support level.

Frequently Asked Questions About First Solar stock in 2026

Should you buy First Solar stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for First Solar is currently BUY. First Solar trades at $247.46 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -2.553 with rising momentum (signal: -7.746); RSI is at 58.1 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $256.14 points to 3.5% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for First Solar stock?
The average analyst price target for First Solar is $256.14. The current price is $247.46, which gives an upside of 3.5%. Based on this, the stock is considered fairly valued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $230.53 and $281.75.
Is First Solar a dividend stock?
No, First Solar does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of First Solar stock?
First Solar is rated as a stock with high risk. the annual standard deviation is 54.9%, which classifies the stock as high risk.
Is First Solar overvalued?
First Solar is considered fairly valued – the price is close to the analyst price target. First Solar has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 23.7 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 4.9, a P/B ratio of 2.2. The stock trades close to the analyst price target and is considered fairly valued.
Is First Solar overbought?
No, First Solar is not overbought. RSI is at 58.1 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 58.1 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 14.8% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next First Solar earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for First Solar has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is First Solar shorted?
Yes, First Solar is shorted with 12.0% of the free float sold short. This is a very high level of short selling, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying First Solar stock?
No, insiders are not buying First Solar shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 14 sales. On a net basis, 6,971,215 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 7,521,763 $ sold. Active sellers include Gloeckler Markus, Koralewski Michael, George Anita M. and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is First Solar a good stock?
Based on our total score, First Solar is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 59 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 55/100, Quality: 86/100, Momentum: 36/100. In addition: technical signal: Buy. Whether First Solar is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for First Solar stock?
The outlook for First Solar based on current data: the average analyst price target is $256.14 (+3.5%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the P/E ratio is 23.7 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is First Solar stock rising?
First Solar is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 14.8% above the 20-day average; short interest is 12.0% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can First Solar go?
The average analyst price target for First Solar is $256.14, which corresponds to a potential gain of 3.5% from the current price of $247.46. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can First Solar fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for First Solar. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does First Solar do?
First Solar laver solenergiløsninger og tjener penge på at designe, producere og sælge solcellemoduler. De er især kendt for deres cadmium tellurid moduler, som omdanner sollys til strøm. First Solar leverer primært til systemudviklere, energiselskaber og store erhvervsvirksom... The company belongs to the Teknologi sector, more specifically the Solar industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate First Solar as an investment.
Did First Solar raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from First Solar. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is First Solar making money or losing money?
Yes, First Solar is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 32.5% — which is excellent. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 42.6%. At a P/E ratio of 23.7, you currently pay 23.7 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can First Solar go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of First Solar is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 7.88 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 6 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 52% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does First Solar have a lot of debt?
No, First Solar has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 52%. For the teknologi sector, anything below 80% counts as low debt. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can First Solar service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 83.6x, and the company has more cash than debt (net cash).