Handelsbanken Fonder AB Reduces First Solar Stake

Swedish investment firm sells over 83,000 shares of solar cell manufacturer

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Handelsbanken Fonder AB, a Swedish investment firm, reduced its position in shares of First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) by 11.9% in the 3rd quarter, according to the company's recent SEC filing. The firm now owns 622,800 shares of the solar cell manufacturer's stock, worth approximately $137 million.

Why it matters

First Solar is a major player in the solar energy industry, and changes in institutional ownership of its stock can signal shifts in investor sentiment and market trends around renewable energy. Handelsbanken Fonder's decision to reduce its stake may reflect broader market conditions or the firm's own investment strategy.

The details

According to the SEC filing, Handelsbanken Fonder sold 83,776 shares of First Solar stock during the 3rd quarter. The firm now owns approximately 0.58% of First Solar's outstanding shares. Several other major institutional investors, including Vanguard Group and State Street Corp, have also adjusted their positions in First Solar in recent quarters.

  • Handelsbanken Fonder reduced its First Solar stake in the 3rd quarter of 2026.

The players

Handelsbanken Fonder AB

A Swedish investment management firm that previously held a sizable stake in First Solar, Inc.

First Solar, Inc.

A United States-based solar technology company that designs and manufactures thin-film photovoltaic modules using cadmium telluride semiconductor technology.

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The takeaway

Handelsbanken Fonder's decision to reduce its position in First Solar reflects the evolving landscape of the solar energy industry and the shifting investment strategies of major institutional players. This change in ownership could signal broader market trends that investors and industry observers will want to monitor closely.