First Solar Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 4/6
First Solar has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 42.8%, while the Semiconductor industry saw earnings growing at 20.7% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 4.1% per year. First Solar's return on equity is 16.4%, and it has net margins of 32.4%.
Key information
42.8%
Earnings growth rate
42.5%
EPS growth rate
| Semiconductor Industry Growth | 27.7% |
| Revenue growth rate | 4.1% |
| Return on equity | 16.4% |
| Net Margin | 32.4% |
| Last Earnings Update | 30 Sep 2024 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
First Solar: Dominant Market Position
Nov 19Here's Why We Think First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) Might Deserve Your Attention Today
Nov 18
The Return Trends At First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) Look Promising
Nov 05First Solar Q3: Set Your Sights On 2025 And 2026
Nov 04First Solar Q3 Preview: Robust Growth And Strategic Expansions
Oct 26When Should You Buy First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR)?
Oct 24First Solar: Expected To Thrive Regardless Of The 2024 Election Results (Reiterate Buy)
Oct 07Pinning Down First Solar, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:FSLR) P/S Is Difficult Right Now
Sep 24Growing Revenue, Improving Margins Combine For A Boom Time For First Solar
Sep 16First Solar: Growth Outlook Continues To Shine
Sep 05Is First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) A Risky Investment?
Aug 21Bayesian Bets: First Solar And The Market's Mispricing Of Political Risk
Aug 12First Solar: Strong Buy Amid Pullback And Q2 Outperformance (Rating Upgrade)
Aug 06When Should You Buy First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR)?
Jul 21First Solar: Potential Reward Outweighs Risks
Jul 15First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) Might Have The Makings Of A Multi-Bagger
Jun 26First Solar: Subsidies Require Discounted Valuation
Jun 19Subdued Growth No Barrier To First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) With Shares Advancing 56%
Jun 14First Solar: Major Winner In AI Boom
May 30Here's Why We Think First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) Is Well Worth Watching
May 22First Solar: Targets Confirmed, Updated U.S. Regulation Creates An Additional Momentum
May 21First Solar: The Market Finally Realized Its Pessimistic Folly
May 14First Solar's (NASDAQ:FSLR) Earnings Are Weaker Than They Seem
May 08Getting In Cheap On First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) Is Unlikely
Apr 17First Solar: Still My Top Risk-Adjusted Pick In Green Energy
Apr 11First Solar Remains A Viable Solar Investment, Despite The Silicon Headwinds
Apr 03Are Investors Undervaluing First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) By 47%?
Apr 02We Think First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) Can Stay On Top Of Its Debt
Mar 18First Solar: An Attractive Risk-Premium Ratio
Mar 07First Solar: Misunderstood Solar Energy Leader Set To Soar In 2024
Feb 29Analysts Are Updating Their First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) Estimates After Its Yearly Results
Feb 29Should You Think About Buying First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) Now?
Feb 21First Solar: The Risk/Reward Looks Sunny
Feb 05First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) Is Experiencing Growth In Returns On Capital
Feb 04First Solar: The Inflation Reduction Act Is Critical For The Company
Jan 23First Solar, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:FSLR) Price In Tune With Earnings
Jan 04Should You Investigate First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) At US$155?
Nov 17Is First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) Using Too Much Debt?
Nov 02Investors Could Be Concerned With First Solar's (NASDAQ:FSLR) Returns On Capital
Sep 26Is First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) Using Debt In A Risky Way?
Jul 14Are Investors Undervaluing First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) By 47%?
May 05Does First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Apr 15When Should You Buy First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR)?
Mar 28Is There An Opportunity With First Solar, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:FSLR) 43% Undervaluation?
Jan 30Is First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) Weighed On By Its Debt Load?
Nov 25Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How First Solar makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Sep 24 | 3,851 | 1,248 | 275 | 189 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 3,764 | 1,204 | 264 | 180 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 3,564 | 1,025 | 260 | 165 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 3,319 | 831 | 262 | 152 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 3,162 | 474 | 271 | 140 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 2,990 | 156 | 275 | 128 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 2,801 | 42 | 257 | 116 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 2,619 | -44 | 238 | 113 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 2,524 | 95 | 206 | 111 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 2,479 | 189 | 186 | 108 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 2,487 | 216 | 172 | 106 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 2,923 | 469 | 191 | 99 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 2,625 | 453 | 227 | 92 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 2,969 | 563 | 244 | 89 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 2,983 | 517 | 264 | 88 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 2,711 | 398 | 263 | 94 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 3,501 | 223 | 247 | 96 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 3,121 | 99 | 256 | 98 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 3,063 | 43 | 260 | 100 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 3,063 | -115 | 251 | 97 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 2,355 | -3 | 254 | 93 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 2,484 | 24 | 230 | 90 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 2,209 | -6 | 244 | 86 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 2,244 | 144 | 268 | 84 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 1,892 | -340 | 277 | 87 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 2,303 | -192 | 292 | 85 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 2,617 | -92 | 274 | 86 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 2,941 | -166 | 245 | 89 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 2,933 | -484 | 240 | 94 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 2,527 | -539 | 238 | 106 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 2,920 | -603 | 245 | 117 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 2,905 | -416 | 263 | 125 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 3,516 | 499 | 255 | 132 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 4,106 | 698 | 251 | 129 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 3,986 | 803 | 265 | 126 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 4,113 | 593 | 272 | 131 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 3,645 | 576 | 283 | 129 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 3,264 | 316 | 294 | 137 |
| 31 Mar 15 | 2,910 | 223 | 275 | 140 |
| 31 Dec 14 | 3,391 | 396 | 259 | 144 |
| 30 Sep 14 | 3,152 | 268 | 250 | 147 |
| 30 Jun 14 | 3,527 | 373 | 246 | 145 |
| 31 Mar 14 | 3,504 | 406 | 256 | 143 |
| 31 Dec 13 | 3,310 | 351 | 273 | 134 |
Quality Earnings: FSLR has a high level of non-cash earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: FSLR's current net profit margins (32.4%) are higher than last year (15%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: FSLR has become profitable over the past 5 years, growing earnings by 42.8% per year.
Accelerating Growth: FSLR's earnings growth over the past year (163.3%) exceeds its 5-year average (42.8% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: FSLR earnings growth over the past year (163.3%) exceeded the Semiconductor industry -3.9%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: FSLR's Return on Equity (16.4%) is considered low.