Rating Change
Morgan Stanley reiterated its Overweight rating on First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) on August 18, 2026.
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Morgan Stanley Reiterates Overweight Rating on First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)
Morgan Stanley reiterated its Overweight rating on First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) on August 18, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) · reiterate
- Firm
- Morgan Stanley
- Rating
- Overweight to Overweight
- Price at event
- $220.01
- Market capitalization
- $29.3B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Morgan Stanley reiterated an Overweight rating on First Solar (FSLR) on August 18, 2026, with the stock trading at $220.01 and a market capitalization of $29.3 billion.
Market Context
First Solar, Inc. operates in the Energy sector. The stock currently trades at $220.01 with a market capitalization of $29.3B. The stock has declined 20.0% over the past 52 weeks.
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Analyst ratings and price targets are one input among many for investment decisions. Historical studies show that consensus analyst recommendations have mixed predictive power on their own, but significant changes in consensus — such as multiple upgrades or downgrades in a short period — can be more meaningful signals.
Recent Analyst Activity for First Solar, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 7 Buy, 2 Hold, 1 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Overweight | N/A |
| Aug 17, 2026 | Evercore ISI Group | In-Line | N/A |
| Aug 07, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Overweight | N/A |
| Aug 03, 2026 | Citigroup | Buy | N/A |
| Aug 03, 2026 | Guggenheim | Buy | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Overweight rating mean for FSLR?
A rating of Overweight from Morgan Stanley reflects the analyst's outlook on First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the FSLR forecast page.
