First Solar (XSWX:FSLR) EV-to-EBIT: 13.04 (As of Jul. 13, 2026) — 19% Below Median


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What is First Solar EV-to-EBIT?

First Solar XSWX:FSLR -0.38% 91 EV-to-EBIT is 13.04 as of Jul. 13, 2026, which is 19% below its 10-year median of 16.09. GuruFocus rates XSWX:FSLR with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF216.46. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 684 Semiconductors companies, First Solar ranks better than 81.73% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, First Solar's Enterprise Value is CHF18,323 Mil. First Solar's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF1,405 Mil. Therefore, First Solar's EV-to-EBIT for today is 13.04.

The historical rank and industry rank for First Solar's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:

XSWX:FSLR' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -260.13   Med: 16.09   Max: 968.21
Current: 12.86

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of First Solar was 968.21. The lowest was -260.13. And the median was 16.09.

XSWX:FSLR's EV-to-EBIT is ranked better than
81.73% of 684 companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 37.93 vs XSWX:FSLR: 12.86

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. First Solar's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF15,035 Mil. First Solar's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF1,405 Mil. First Solar's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 9.34%.


First Solar  (XSWX:FSLR) EV-to-EBIT Explanation

This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %.

First Solar's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Mar. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=1404.905/15035.1012
=9.34 %

First Solar's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF15,035 Mil.
First Solar's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was CHF1,405 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.


First Solar EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


First Solar EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for First Solar's EV-to-EBIT can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

First Solar EV-to-EBIT Chart

First Solar Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBIT
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First Solar Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 9.45 12.79 14.82 15.90 11.00

XSWX:FSLR vs NXT, ENPH, RUN: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Solar subindustry, First Solar's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


First Solar EV-to-EBIT vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, First Solar's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where First Solar's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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First Solar EV-to-EBIT Calculation

First Solar's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=18322.765/1404.905
=13.04

First Solar's current Enterprise Value is CHF18,323 Mil.
First Solar's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was CHF1,405 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBIT →
What does a EV-to-EBIT of 13.04 mean?
First Solar (XSWX:FSLR) has a EV-to-EBIT of 13.04 as of Jul. 13, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on First Solar and its competitors. This is 19% below median its historical median of 16.09. According to the industry distribution chart, First Solar ranks #125 out of 684 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 18.3%.
Is First Solar's EV-to-EBIT too high?
First Solar's current EV-to-EBIT of 13.04 is 19% below median its 10-year median of 16.09. The Semiconductors industry median EV-to-EBIT is 37.93. First Solar's value of 13.04 is 65.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, First Solar ranks #125 out of 684 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, First Solar has a GF Score™ of 91/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does First Solar's EV-to-EBIT compare to NXT and ENPH?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, First Solar ranks #125 out of 684 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places First Solar in the top 18% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 37.93. First Solar's value of 13.04 is 65.6% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 16.09 vs. the industry median of 37.93, First Solar has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBIT for a Semiconductors company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Semiconductors companies is 37.93, based on 684 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. First Solar's current EV-to-EBIT of 13.04 is 65.6% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on First Solar and its competitors. For the Semiconductors industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 37.93 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. First Solar's current EV-to-EBIT is 13.04, which is 19% below median its own 10-year median of 16.09. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is First Solar stock overvalued right now?
First Solar (XSWX:FSLR) has a current EV-to-EBIT of 13.04. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF216.46, compared to a current price of CHF185.60 — trading 14.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 13.04, which is 19% below median its 10-year median of 16.09 and 65.6% below the Semiconductors industry median of 37.93. First Solar's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For First Solar (XSWX:FSLR), the current EV-to-EBIT is 13.04 as of Jul. 13, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is First Solar (XSWX:FSLR) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, First Solar stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of CHF185.60 is trading 14.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF216.46.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:FSLR:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 13.04 (19% below median its 10-year median of 16.09)
  • GF Value™: CHF216.46 vs. price of CHF185.60 (14.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 65.6% below the Semiconductors median (#125 of 684)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:FSLR stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


First Solar Business Description

Address 4300 East Camelback Road, Suite 220, Phoenix, AZ, USA, 85018
First Solar designs and manufactures solar photovoltaic panels, modules, and systems for use in utility-scale development projects. The company's solar modules use cadmium telluride to convert sunlight into electricity. This is commonly called thin-film technology. First Solar is the world's largest thin-film solar module manufacturer. It has production lines in Vietnam, Malaysia, the United States, and India.
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