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An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

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Shares outstanding refer to a company's stock currently held by all its shareholders, including share blocks held by institutional investors and restricted shares owned by the company's officers and insiders.

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Market Cap

Also known as Price/Sales Ratio. Calculated using Average market cap for the quarter / Annualized quarterly revenue.

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First Solar

First Solar, Inc. engages in designing, manufacturing, marketing, and the distribution of photovoltaic solar power systems and solar modules. It operates through the Modules and Systems segments. The Modules segment involves the design, manufacture, and sale of cadmium telluride solar modules, which convert sunlight into electricity. The Systems segment offers development, construction, operation, and maintenance of photovoltaic solar power systems. The company was founded by Michael J. Ahearn in 1999 and is headquartered in Tempe, AZ.

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First Solar reports record bookings and plans for manufacturing expansion

First Solar's Q4 2022 Earnings Call highlighted strong financial performance, record bookings, and manufacturing expansion plans.
The company faces challenges in maintaining margins and managing costs but remains well-positioned for growth in the renewable energy sector.
Opportunities for revenue growth and market expansion exist through capacity additions, multiyear agreements, and strategic decision-making.
Overall, First Solar's performance, strengths, and opportunities indicate a positive outlook for future growth and market leadership.

First Solar excels in Q1 2023, eyes Indian market growth

First Solar's Q1 performance reflects strong bookings, financial results, and strategic advancements in technology and market positioning.
While facing challenges in policy clarity and contract structures, the company leverages opportunities in India's growing market and sustainable practices.
Strategic partnerships, supply chain diversification, and market adaptability position First Solar for future growth and revenue generation.
Maintaining a focus on long-term relationships and responsible solar practices, First Solar navigates market dynamics and demand drivers effectively.

First Solar reports robust Q2 earnings, eyes tech advancements

First Solar's Q2 performance reflects strong financials and strategic moves to enhance technology and market positioning.
While facing challenges in facility timelines and customer adjustments, the company's compliance focus and strategic acquisitions drive growth.
Opportunities lie in technological advancements, potential market expansion, and upcoming discussions to boost investor sentiment.
Overall, First Solar remains well-positioned in the renewable energy sector with a solid financial outlook for 2023.

First Solar excels in Q3, poised for growth amid challenges

First Solar's Q3 performance reflects strong demand, operational excellence, and strategic advancements in manufacturing and technology.
While facing challenges in meeting regulatory requirements and navigating industry dynamics, the company is well-positioned for growth.
With a focus on customer certainty, efficient operations, and market expansion, First Solar is poised to capitalize on opportunities and drive future success.

First Solar posts record earnings, navigates Chinese competition challenges

First Solar's Q4 2023 performance showcased robust financial results, technological advancements, and strategic investments.
While facing challenges from market dynamics and Chinese competition, the company maintains a strong financial position and growth outlook.
With a focus on cost efficiency, capacity expansion, and policy advocacy, First Solar is poised for continued success in the solar energy sector.

First Solar reports robust Q1 performance and strategic growth focus

First Solar's Q1 2024 performance reflects strong financial results, strategic focus on technology and selective bookings, and proactive stance on policy. The company faces challenges in managing changing customer sentiment and market impacts but has opportunities in technology innovation and capacity expansion.

First Solar reports robust Q2 earnings amidst industry challenges

First Solar delivered a strong performance in Q2 2024, showcasing financial strength, technological innovation, and strategic resilience.
While facing challenges from external uncertainties and operational issues, the company remains focused on growth and maintaining guidance.
Opportunities for expansion and market leadership exist through leveraging the backlog, advancing technology, and addressing challenges proactively.
Overall, First Solar's Q2 performance reflects a balance of strengths, challenges, and opportunities in navigating the dynamic solar energy landscape.

First Solar posts robust Q3 results, navigates IP challenges

First Solar's Q3 earnings call highlighted strong financials, operational achievements, and strategic initiatives. The company faces IP challenges but maintains a focus on sustainability and technology leadership.

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First Solar, Inc. is a solar technology company, which engages in the provision of solar modules. It is involved in the design, manufacture, and sale of cadmium tellurid (CdTe) solar modules, which convert sunlight into electricity. The company was founded by Michael J. Ahearn in 1999 and is headquartered in Tempe, AZ.

Order for advanced thin film solar modules, with deliveries in 2026 and 2027, follows prior 2 GW order Order for advanced thin film solar modules, with deliveries in 2026 and 2027, follows prior 2 GW order

National Grid Renewables Orders 1.6 GW of First Solar Modules

Solar panel maker First Solar (FSLR) is outperforming the broader market, up 82% year-to-date.

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NEW YORK , Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P MidCap 400 constituent First Solar Inc. (NASD: FSLR) will replace Fortune Brands Home & Security Inc. (NYSE: FBHS) in the S&P 500, Fortune Brands Innovations Inc. (NYSE:FBIN) will replace First Solar in the S&P MidCap 400, and MasterBrand Inc. (NYSE: MBC) will replace Conn's Inc. (NASD: CONN) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Monday, December 19.  Fortune Brands Home & Security is spinning off MasterBrand in a transaction expected to be completed December 15.

First Solar Set to Join S&P 500; Fortune Brands Innovations to Join S&P MidCap 400; MasterBrand to Join S&P SmallCap 600

First Solar Inc. FSLR, -0.45% will join the S&P 500 index SPX, +1.43% , replacing Fortune Brands Home & Security Inc. FBHS, +2.62% , which will move to the S&P MidCap 400, S&P Dow Jones Indices said Monday. The changes are effective next Monday.

First Solar to join S&P 500

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Fluence Energy

275 MW solar, 125 MWh storage ERCOT project located in Denton County, Texas MINNEAPOLIS , Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- National Grid Renewables announced today the start of commercial operation at its Noble Solar and Storage Project (Noble) in Denton County, Texas. Noble is a 275 megawatt (MW) solar and 125 megawatt-hour (MWh) energy storage project located in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) market that began construction last year.

Commercial Operation Commences at National Grid Renewables' Noble Solar & Storage Project

Recognizing that the market moves in both directions across the vertical axis, JPMorgan analyst Mark Strouse recently downgraded shares of solar energy firm First Solar (NASDAQ: FSLR ) to “neutral” from “overweight.” In particular, Strouse cited practical concerns about the company already scooping up the low-hanging fruit of recent catalysts.

First Solar (FSLR) Stock Falls on JPMorgan Downgrades

Shares of First Solar Inc. FSLR, +1.16% slumped 2.4% in premarket trading Monday, to pullback from a 13-year closing high in the previous session, after J.P. Morgan downgraded the solar power systems company on valuation concerns.

First Solar stock pulls back from 13-year high after J.P. Morgan downgrades, saying 'easy money' has been made

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First Solar (FSLR) Stock Pops After Announcing $1 Billion Alabama Factory

First Solar (FSLR) picks Alabama for its fourth U.S. manufacturing facility as part of its strategic goal to scale its manufacturing capacity in the United States.

First Solar (FSLR) to Build Its Fourth U.S. Factory in Alabama

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Intersect Power expected to be the largest buyer and operator of First Solar technology by 2029 Intersect Power expected to be the largest buyer and operator of First Solar technology by 2029

Intersect Power Procures 4.9 GW for 2025-2029 Delivery, Increasing its Total 2022 Orders for First Solar Module Technology to 7.3 GW

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Arizona-based First Solar Inc. has selected Alabama as the site of a more than $1 billion factory that will manufacture modules that generate solar power, the company announced Wednesday.

First Solar to build $1 billion manufacturing plant in Alabama

Top U.S. solar panel manufacturer First Solar Inc on Wednesday said it has chosen Alabama as the home of its fourth domestic factory, giving the state a $1.1 billion investment that will create hundreds of jobs.

First Solar picks Alabama for new solar factory

The largest U.S. solar panel manufacturer is spending more than $1 billion on a new factory in Alabama.

First Solar selects Alabama for new factory as Inflation Reduction Act prompts domestic manufacturing boom

MONTGOMERY, Ala. and TEMPE, Ariz., Nov. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) today announced that it has selected Lawrence County, North Alabama, as the location for its fourth American photovoltaic (PV) solar module manufacturing facility. The new factory is part of a previously announced investment in scaling First Solar's American manufacturing footprint to over 10 gigawatts (GW)DC by 2025, and is expected to create over 700 new direct jobs in the state.

First Solar Selects Alabama for Fourth American Manufacturing Facility

First Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: FSLR) stock price jumped more than 3.5x from around $42 at 2018 end to $153 currently, primarily due to favorable changes in its P/S multiple.

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