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 November 2026 at $171.39, down 1.73% for the month and −33.20% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, FSLR is −34.39%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading −19.51% versus its 200-day moving average ($212.93), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, FSLR has underperformed the S&P 500 by −43.32%, with a relative strength index reading of 74.7.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 48.7% — 19 positive months versus 20 negative months.
First Solar ended November 2026 at $171.39, posting a monthly return of −1.73%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −1.55%.
The current quarter stands at −2.15% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −19.51% versus the 200-day moving average ($212.93).
Year-to-date, FSLR is −34.39% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of −45.02%. The stock is currently −46.60% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −59.97%.
| Period | FSLR | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −0.53% | −0.36% | −0.16% |
| 1 Week | −14.79% | +2.59% | −17.39% |
| 1 Month | −1.73% | −0.18% | −1.55% |
| 3 Months | −21.33% | −2.37% | −18.96% |
| 6 Months | −26.00% | +0.83% | −26.83% |
| YTD | −34.39% | +10.62% | −45.02% |
| 12 Months | −33.20% | +12.25% | −45.46% |
| 3 Years | +28.06% | +71.37% | −43.32% |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +33.22% |
| Q4 2025 | +18.46% |
| Q1 2026 | −24.49% |
| Q2 2026 | +19.62% |
| Q3 2026 | −25.77% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | −2.15% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +15.01% |
| 2024 | +2.30% |
| 2025 | +48.22% |
| 2026 | −34.39% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $320.95 (2026-06-03) |
| 52-Week Low | $165.90 (2026-10-26) |
| Current Price | $171.39 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $212.93 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −19.51% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −59.97% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −46.60% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 74.7 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −43.32% |
| RS Peak | 182.7 (Jun 2024) |
| RS Trough | 71.9 (Mar 2025) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was FSLR's return for this report period?
FSLR returned −1.73% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has FSLR outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD FSLR: −34.39% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is FSLR's 12-month return?
−33.20% over the trailing 12 months.
Is FSLR above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −19.51% versus 200DMA ($212.93).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−59.97% on 2025-04-08.