First Solar Receives 'Moderate Buy' Rating from Analysts

Shares of the solar company have a consensus rating of 'Moderate Buy' from 34 brokerages covering the stock.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 7:38am

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Shares of First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) have received a consensus rating of 'Moderate Buy' from the 34 brokerages currently covering the firm. One analyst has rated the stock with a sell recommendation, 13 have given a hold recommendation, and 20 have assigned a buy recommendation. The average 12-month price target among brokerages is $249.65.

Why it matters

First Solar is a leading U.S. solar technology company, known for its thin-film photovoltaic modules. The 'Moderate Buy' rating from analysts suggests that despite some near-term headwinds, the company's long-term prospects remain positive as the solar industry continues to grow.

The details

The analysts' ratings come after First Solar reported fourth-quarter results in late February. While the company's earnings and revenue beat expectations, its guidance for 2023 fell short, leading to a drop in the stock price. Analysts have cited factors like supply chain challenges and project delays as potential near-term risks for the company.

  • First Solar reported Q4 2022 results on February 24, 2023.
  • The analysts' consensus 'Moderate Buy' rating was reported on March 14, 2026.

The players

First Solar, Inc.

A U.S. solar technology company that designs and manufactures thin-film photovoltaic modules using cadmium telluride semiconductor technology.

The Goldman Sachs Group

An investment bank that has covered First Solar, reducing its target price for the stock.

Wells Fargo & Company

A financial services firm that has also lowered its target price for First Solar shares.

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What they’re saying

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— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

Despite some near-term challenges, analysts remain broadly positive on First Solar's long-term prospects as the solar industry continues to grow. The company's technology leadership and integrated project services position it well to benefit from the ongoing shift towards renewable energy.