FSLR monthly performance report
Explore FSLR's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
FSLR monthly report
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Key takeaways
- First Solar (FSLR) closed September 2026 at $195.96, down 2.94% for the month and −6.52% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, FSLR is −24.99%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading −14.30% versus its 200-day moving average ($228.66), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, FSLR has underperformed the S&P 500 by −54.87%, with a relative strength index reading of 68.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 51.3% — 20 positive months versus 19 negative months.
First Solar ended September 2026 at $195.96, posting a monthly return of −2.94%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −2.24%.
The current quarter stands at −16.95% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −14.30% versus the 200-day moving average ($228.66).
Year-to-date, FSLR is −24.99% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of −36.68%. The stock is currently −38.94% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −59.97%.
| Period | FSLR | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −2.59% | −0.12% | −2.47% |
| 1 Week | −6.25% | −0.34% | −5.91% |
| 1 Month | −2.94% | −0.70% | −2.24% |
| 3 Months | −25.87% | +2.80% | −28.67% |
| 6 Months | −0.06% | +13.85% | −13.91% |
| YTD | −24.99% | +11.70% | −36.68% |
| 12 Months | −6.52% | +15.01% | −21.53% |
| 3 Years | +16.82% | +71.69% | −54.87% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | May 2024 | +54.15% |
| #2 | May 2026 | +51.96% |
| #3 | May 2025 | +25.64% |
| #4 | Oct 2025 | +21.04% |
| #5 | Sep 2025 | +12.98% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jun 2026 | −23.09% |
| #2 | Oct 2024 | −22.03% |
| #3 | Feb 2025 | −18.71% |
| #4 | Jun 2024 | −17.04% |
| #5 | Jan 2024 | −15.08% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +30.93% |
| Q3 2025 | +33.22% |
| Q4 2025 | +18.46% |
| Q1 2026 | −24.49% |
| Q2 2026 | +19.62% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | −16.95% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +15.01% |
| 2024 | +2.30% |
| 2025 | +48.22% |
| 2026 | −24.99% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $320.95 (2026-06-03) |
| 52-Week Low | $182.99 (2026-03-30) |
| Current Price | $195.96 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $228.66 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −14.30% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −59.97% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −38.94% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 68 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −54.87% |
| RS Peak | 146.9 (Jun 2024) |
| RS Trough | 57.8 (Mar 2025) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was FSLR's return for this report period?
FSLR returned −2.94% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has FSLR outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD FSLR: −24.99% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is FSLR's 12-month return?
−6.52% over the trailing 12 months.
Is FSLR above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −14.30% versus 200DMA ($228.66).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−59.97% on 2025-04-08.