First Solar (XSWX:FSLR) GF Value Rank: 10 (As of Jul. 05, 2026) — 150% Above Median


XSWX:FSLR First Solar Inc XSWX:FSLR
91 GF Score
Price CHF182.84
GF Value CHF216.07
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What is First Solar GF Value Rank?

First Solar XSWX:FSLR 91 GF Value Rank is 10 as of Jul. 05, 2026, which is 150% above its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates XSWX:FSLR with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF216.07. The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

First Solar has the GF Value Rank of 10.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

First Solar GF Value Rank Related Terms

XSWX:FSLR vs NXT, ENPH, RUN: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Solar subindustry, First Solar's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank 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 GF Value Rank vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, First Solar's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where First Solar's GF Value Rank falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about GF Value Rank →
What does a GF Value Rank of 10 mean?
First Solar (XSWX:FSLR) has a GF Value Rank of 10 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on First Solar and its competitors. This is 150% above median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, First Solar's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is First Solar's GF Value Rank too high?
First Solar's current GF Value Rank of 10 is 150% above median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. 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 GF Value Rank compare to NXT and ENPH?
First Solar's GF Value Rank of 10 can be compared against companies in the Semiconductors industry. Historically, First Solar's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Value Rank for a Semiconductors company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Semiconductors industry context. However, GF Value Rank should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high GF Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on First Solar and its competitors. First Solar's current GF Value Rank is 10, which is 150% above median its own 10-year median of 4.00. 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 GF Value Rank of 10. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF216.07, compared to a current price of CHF182.84 — trading 15.4% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 10, which is 150% above median its 10-year median of 4.00. 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 GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For First Solar (XSWX:FSLR), the current GF Value Rank is 10 as of Jul. 05, 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 CHF182.84 is trading 15.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF216.07.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:FSLR:

  • GF Value Rank: 10 (150% above median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: CHF216.07 vs. price of CHF182.84 (15.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 with 5 warning signs

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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