First Solar is a prominent player in the renewable energy sector, specializing in the design, manufacturing, and deployment of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules. The company is dedicated to providing clean, sustainable energy solutions by producing advanced thin-film solar technology, which offers high performance and enhanced efficiency in capturing sunlight. In addition to manufacturing solar panels, First Solar is involved in developing large-scale solar power plants, helping to accelerate the transition towards a more sustainable energy future. Through its commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship, the company plays a critical role in advancing the adoption of solar energy globally. Read More
A quiet Monday saw the Dow slip and the Nasdaq barely green as traders braced for Fed minutes and Jackson Hole. Fresh IRS guidance unexpectedly eased the blow for solar and wind, igniting ENPH, RUN, FSLR and SEDG. Deal talk sent Dayforce rocketing, while Intel lagged on chatter of a potential U.S. government stake.
Shares of solar panel manufacturer First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR)
jumped 10.4% in the afternoon session after the U.S. Treasury Department and IRS released new guidance on clean energy tax credits that was more favorable than investors had feared, continuing a rally from the previous session.
Shares of First Solar are trading higher Monday afternoon. The stock is gaining following new guidance from the Treasury Department and IRS concerning tax credits.
Investor risk sentiment paused at the start of the week, as markets awaited details expected to emerge later when President Donald Trump meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders.
Dayforce shares skyrocketed 26% in Monday’s midday trade after reports suggested that private equity firm Thoma Bravo is in talks to acquire the human resources firm.
In an increasingly interconnected world, geopolitical events serve as powerful, often unpredictable, catalysts for shifts in global financial markets. From armed conflicts and elections to trade disputes and high-level diplomatic engagements, these occurrences inject a significant degree of uncertainty, directly influencing market stability and investor confidence. While the long-term trajectory
A number of stocks fell in the morning session after an unexpectedly sharp rise in wholesale inflation fueled concerns about rising costs and their impact on corporate profits. The primary catalyst was the July 2025 Producer Price Index (PPI), a measure of inflation at the wholesale level, which jumped 0.9% against forecasts of a 0.2% rise. This represents the most significant monthly increase in over three years, pointing to mounting cost pressures for manufacturers, with tariffs cited as a key factor. This data complicates the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decisions, as persistent inflation may prevent rate cuts, creating a headwind for cyclical sectors like Industrials.
The financial markets are abuzz with renewed optimism following the release of the less-than-expected July Consumer Price Index (CPI) data. This pivotal economic indicator, which showed a modest 0.2% monthly rise and an unchanged 2.7% yearly inflation rate, has significantly amplified market expectations for the Federal Reserve to
Solar panel manufacturer First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q2 CY2025, with sales up 8.6% year on year to $1.10 billion. The company’s full-year revenue guidance of $5.3 billion at the midpoint came in 4.2% above analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP profit of $3.18 per share was 19.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is home to the biggest and most well-known companies in the market, making it a go-to index for investors seeking stability.
But not all large-cap stocks are created equal - some are struggling with slowing growth, declining margins, or increased competition.
