FSLR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
FSLR - First Solar, Inc.
$184.70
-5.59 (-2.94%)
▼
5d:
-2.75%
30d:
-6.34%
90d:
-31.51%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 05, 2026
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Strength: 7.6/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: FSLR appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -8.1% annual earnings decline despite 32% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: FSLR appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -8.1% annual earnings decline despite 32% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$475.25
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$295.09
37.4% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 10.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: FSLR is currently trading at $184.70, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $185.58 to $218.47. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 7.9) compared to its historical average (10.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 8.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 32.3% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FSLR is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $185.00. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $255.87 (+34.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, FSLR is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $185.00. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $255.87 (+34.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Fair Price Range
$185.58 -
$218.47
Company Quality Score
62/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 34.5% below Wall St target ($255.87)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$185.58 -
$218.47
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$185.00
Resistance Level
$202.72
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
7.88
Wall Street Target
$255.87
(+34.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
11.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
32.3%
Profit Margin
29.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-8.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
7.9 vs 10.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-8.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$174.88
(-8%)
2-Year Target
$160.71
(-16%)
3-Year Target
$147.69
(-22%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→10)
$189.42
(-1%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 32.9%)
$1269.58
(+567%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 7.9, Growth: 32.9%)
$446.35
(+135%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.7, Growth: 32.9%)
$379.40
(+99%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (14x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 13.57 | Current EPS (TTM): $14.21
Bull Case
$361.75
(+91%)
Analyst growth 70.6%, PE expands to 14.9
Base Case
$328.87
(+73%)
Market implied 70.6%, PE stable at 13.6
Bear Case
$131.12
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 11.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 7.9 to 10.1
Stabilization Target:
$244.05
(+28.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+28.3%
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Last updated: March 30, 2026 4:51 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
20
Sells
Net
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