First Solar EVP Samantha Sloan Sells 111 Shares

Sloan's sale represents an 8.84% decrease in her stake in the solar company

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Samantha Sloan, the Executive Vice President of First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR), sold 111 shares of the company's stock on Tuesday, March 3rd. The shares were sold at an average price of $195.93, resulting in a total transaction value of $21,748.23. Following the sale, Sloan now directly owns 1,145 shares in the company, valued at approximately $224,339.85.

Why it matters

Insider transactions, such as stock sales by company executives, can provide insights into management's views on the company's prospects. Sloan's sale, representing an 8.84% decrease in her position, may signal a more cautious outlook on the part of First Solar's leadership.

The details

The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC. First Solar is a leading manufacturer of thin-film photovoltaic (PV) modules and a provider of solar energy solutions. The company has faced some headwinds recently, including an earnings miss and weaker-than-expected 2026 sales guidance, which have contributed to a decline in the stock price.

  • The sale occurred on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026.

The players

Samantha Sloan

The Executive Vice President of First Solar, Inc.

First Solar, Inc.

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

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What they’re saying

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— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

The takeaway

Insider transactions can provide valuable insights into a company's outlook, and Sloan's sale of First Solar shares may signal a more cautious view from the company's leadership. Investors should closely monitor developments at First Solar as the solar industry navigates a period of uncertainty.