FSLR First Solar (FSLR) Q1 FY26 earnings call
First Solar delivered a strong Q1 FY26, marked by record revenue and significant margin expansion, driven by increased volume and Section 45X tax benefits. The company is progressing its technology roadmap with the CuRe launch and maintaining a disciplined approach to bookings amidst policy uncertainties. International operations face headwinds from reduced utilization and trade dynamics, while domestic manufacturing and IP enforcement remain strategic priorities.
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FSLR operating KPIs by quarter
| KPI | Dec 2025 Q4 FY25 | This call Mar 2026 Q1 FY26 | Jun 2026 Q2 FY26 | Change vs prior quarter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contracted backlog | 50.1 GWWe ended the year with a contracted backlog of 50.1 gigawatts valued at $15 billion.Source: earnings call transcript | 47.9 GWAs of March 31, 2026, our contracted backlog was 47.9 gigawatts at an aggregate transaction price of $14.4 billion, exclusive of technology adjusters with deliveries through 2030.Source: earnings call transcript | ~45.1 GWWe ended the quarter with approximately 45.1 gigawatts of contracted backlog.Source: earnings call transcript | — |
| Contracted backlog value | $15BWe ended the year with a contracted backlog of 50.1 gigawatts valued at $15 billion.Source: earnings call transcript | $14.4BAs of March 31, 2026, our contracted backlog was 47.9 gigawatts at an aggregate transaction price of $14.4 billion, exclusive of technology adjusters with deliveries through 2030.Source: earnings call transcript | $13.6BAs of June 30, 2026, our contracted backlog totaled 45.1 gigawatts with an aggregate transaction value of $13.6 billion, exclusive of technology adjusters, with scheduled deliveries extending through 2030.Source: earnings call transcript | -5.6% |
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