Maxeon Solar Technologies (STU:5QJ1) Volatility: 93.83% (As of Jul. 21, 2026)

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What is Maxeon Solar Technologies Volatility?

Maxeon Solar Technologies STU:5QJ1 -17.00% Volatility is 93.83% as of Jul. 21, 2026. The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

Volatility is a statistical measure of the dispersion of returns for a given security or market index, it shows how the price swings around its mean. The volatility here is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year. In most cases, the higher the volatility, the riskier the security.

As of today (2026-07-21), Maxeon Solar Technologies's Volatility is 93.83%.

Maxeon Solar Technologies  (STU:5QJ1) Volatility Explanation

Volatility is a statistical measure of the dispersion of returns for a given security or market index. It’s often measured as standard deviation or variance of historical returns over a certain period. The volatility here is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year.

Volatility reflects the uncertainty or risk of a security’s value. Generally speaking, a higher volatility suggests a higher risk, because it implies a wider fluctuation around average price. This means the price of the security can change dramatically in either direction within a short period. Conversely, a lower volatility means that the security's price is more steady, which suggests a lower risk.

Another measurement of relative volatility is Beta. Beta is a measure of systematic risk of a security or a portfolio in comparison to the market as a whole. Beta is usually compared to 1. A beta of greater than 1 indicates that the security's price will be more volatile than the market.

Maxeon Solar Technologies Volatility Related Terms

STU:5QJ1 vs APWL, GSLR, SUNE: Volatility Comparison

For the Solar subindustry, Maxeon Solar Technologies's Volatility, along with its competitors' market caps and Volatility 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.

Maxeon Solar Technologies Volatility vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Maxeon Solar Technologies's Volatility distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Maxeon Solar Technologies's Volatility falls into.


Maxeon Solar Technologies  (STU:5QJ1) Volatility Calculation

The annualized volatility is calculated as following:

σA=σM * √12
=√ 1/(n-1) ∑(Ri - R')^2 * √12

Where: σM is the monthly volatility, n is the number of months in the period, Ri is the security's historical monthly returns and R' is the arithmetic mean of monthly returns.

* 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 Volatility →
What does a Volatility of 93.83% mean?
Maxeon Solar Technologies (STU:5QJ1) has a Volatility of 93.83% as of Jul. 21, 2026. Volatility is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year. View historical data on Maxeon Solar Technologies and its competitors.
Is Maxeon Solar Technologies' Volatility too high?
Maxeon Solar Technologies' current Volatility is 93.83%.
How does Maxeon Solar Technologies' Volatility compare to APWL and GSLR?
Maxeon Solar Technologies' Volatility of 93.83% can be compared against companies in the Semiconductors industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Volatility for a Semiconductors company?
A good Volatility depends on the Semiconductors industry context. However, Volatility 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 Volatility mean?
A high Volatility can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Volatility is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year. View historical data on Maxeon Solar Technologies and its competitors. Maxeon Solar Technologies's current Volatility is 93.83%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Maxeon Solar Technologies stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Maxeon Solar Technologies (STU:5QJ1) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €2.54, compared to a current price of €0.08 — trading 96.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Volatility is 93.83%. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Volatility calculated?
Volatility is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Maxeon Solar Technologies (STU:5QJ1), the current Volatility is 93.83% as of Jul. 21, 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.

Maxeon Solar Technologies Business Description

Other Exchanges MAXNQ:USA5QJ1:Germany
Address 8 Marina Boulevard, No. 05-02, Marina Bay Financial Centre, Singapore, SGP, 018981
Maxeon Solar Technologies Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing and marketing of premium solar technology. It owns and operates solar cell and panel manufacturing facilities located in Malaysia, Mexico, and the Philippines. The company's primary products are the Maxeon line of interdigitated back contact (IBC) solar cells and panels, and the Performance line (formerly, P-Series) of shingled solar cells and panels. the Maxeon line of solar panels are the highest-efficiency solar panels on the market with an aesthetically pleasing design, and the Performance line of solar panels offers a high-value and cost-effective solution. It is targeted at residential and small-scale commercial customers across the globe. The company derives its revenue from the United States, Italy, and Rest of world.