What one share of First Solar holds
We are America’s leading PV solar technology and manufacturing company. The only U.S.-headquartered company among the world’s largest solar manufacturers, First Solar is focused on competitively and reliably enabling power generation needs with our advanced, uniquely American thin film PV technology.
First Solar’s numbers from its SEC filings, divided by its shares. Results cover the last 12 months to 2026-06-30; the balance sheet is as of 2026-06-30.
| Sales | $49.96 |
|---|---|
| Profit | $16.22 |
| Capex (buildings and equipment) | $6.09 |
| Free cash flow | $13.94 |
| Cash and investments | $15.71 |
| Debt | $0.69 |
| Book value | $96.03 |
Per share by fiscal year
| Year | Sales | Profit | Capex | Free cash | Dividends | Book value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | $6.46 | $2.03 | $3.11 | −$0.47 | — | $14.69 |
| 2008 | $15.18 | $4.24 | $5.59 | $0.05 | — | $18.54 |
| 2009 | $24.30 | $7.53 | $3.29 | $4.65 | — | $31.13 |
| 2010 | $29.64 | $7.68 | $6.81 | $1.35 | $0.00 | $40.25 |
| 2011 | $32.14 | −$0.46 | $8.50 | −$8.89 | $0.00 | $42.14 |
| 2012 | $38.78 | −$1.11 | $4.37 | $4.41 | $0.00 | $41.00 |
| 2013 | $34.67 | $3.67 | $2.96 | $6.01 | $0.00 | $44.90 |
| 2014 | $33.36 | $3.90 | $2.53 | $4.70 | — | $49.77 |
| 2015 | $40.39 | $5.83 | $1.63 | −$4.83 | — | $55.21 |
| 2016 | $28.24 | −$4.05 | $2.23 | −$0.22 | — | $50.16 |
| 2017 | $28.19 | −$1.59 | $4.93 | $7.92 | — | $48.81 |
| 2018 | $21.15 | $1.36 | $6.97 | −$10.05 | — | $49.70 |
| 2019 | $29.09 | −$1.09 | $6.35 | −$4.70 | — | $48.33 |
| 2020 | $25.41 | $3.73 | $3.91 | −$3.56 | — | $52.09 |
| 2021 | $27.34 | $4.38 | $5.05 | −$2.83 | — | $56.05 |
| 2022 | $24.58 | −$0.41 | $8.48 | −$0.28 | — | $54.74 |
| 2023 | $30.91 | $7.74 | $12.92 | −$7.31 | — | $62.59 |
| 2024 | $39.12 | $12.02 | $14.19 | −$2.87 | — | $74.51 |
| 2025 | $48.54 | $14.21 | $8.09 | $11.04 | — | $88.88 |
Common questions about First Solar
How much does one share of First Solar earn?
Over the last 12 months, each share of First Solar earned $16.22 of profit on $49.96 of sales, keeping about 32¢ of every $1 (profit margin).
Does First Solar pay a dividend?
First Solar didn’t pay a dividend over the last 12 months, according to its SEC filings.
What is First Solar’s book value per share?
First Solar’s book value is $96.03 per share: what would be left for each share if it sold everything at the values on its books and paid every debt, as of June 30, 2026.
How much cash and debt does each share of First Solar have?
Each share of First Solar has $15.71 of cash and investments and $0.69 of debt, as of June 30, 2026.
What is First Solar’s free cash flow per share?
$13.94 per share over the last 12 months. Free cash flow is the cash left over after spending on buildings and equipment.
How has First Solar’s profit per share changed over time?
Profit per share went from $2.03 in 2007 to $14.21 in 2025, growing about 11.4% a year (adjusted for stock splits).
Has First Solar bought back shares?
First Solar’s share count rose about 38% from 2007 to 2025. That dilution means each share owns a smaller slice of the company.
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