Top Stock Picks for Week of June 8, 2026
π First Solar is identified as the world's largest thin-film PV solar module manufacturer and the largest in the Western Hemisphere.
π° The company plans to invest $0.8-$1.0 billion in 2026 specifically for expanding its manufacturing operations.
β‘ As of Dec. 31, 2025, First Solar's total installed nameplate production capacity was approximately 23 GW.
π In Q1 2026, the company manufactured 4.3 GW and sold 3.8 GW of solar modules.
π FSLR shares have returned +41.8% over the past month compared to the S&P 500 composite's +5.4% change.
π Five analysts revised their earnings estimates higher for fiscal 2026 in the last 60 days.
π Consensus earnings estimates indicate a projected +36.4% change for the next fiscal year.
π― First Solar holds a Growth Style Score of A with forecasted YoY earnings growth of 23.9%.
- First Solar is the world's largest thin-film PV solar module manufacturer, providing a strong market position.
- The company is investing heavily ($0.8-$1.0 billion) in production ramp-up to expand manufacturing capacity.
- Shares have significantly outperformed the industry and the S&P 500 composite over the past month.
- Analysts are bullish, with five analysts revising earnings estimates higher recently for fiscal 2026.
- Forecasted year-over-year earnings growth is 23.9% for the current fiscal year.
- Consensus earnings estimates show a strong +36.4% change expected for the next fiscal year.