Earnings Per Share (EPS): 15.48
Is the earnings per share (EPS) high or low?
The earnings per share (EPS) of 15.48 is 122% above its 5-year average of 6.98, near the high end of its 5-year range (-0.41–15.48).
As of Friday, June 26, 2026. 17.63% above its 12-month average of 13.16.
FSLR Earnings Per Share (EPS)
Reported quarterly EPS; no daily interpolation.
FSLR Quarterly EPS Growth (YoY)
EPS growth vs the same quarter one year earlier, last 20 quarters.
FSLR Average Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart
FSLR Current vs Average Earnings Per Share (EPS) Chart
FSLR Earnings Per Share (EPS) Metrics
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)
15.48
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG TTM
13.16
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 3Y
8.42
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 5Y
6.98
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 10Y
3.86
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 15Y
3.53
EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) AVG 20Y
2.82
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+17.63%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+83.79%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+121.88%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+300.66%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+338.45%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+449.81%
FSLR Competitors' Earnings Per Share (EPS)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Solar, Inc. (FSLR) | $25.65B | 15.48 | 13.16 | 8.42 | 6.98 |
| Coterra Energy Inc. (CTRA)vs › | $24.72B | 2.18 | 1.88 | 2.75 | 2.30 |
| Halliburton Company (HAL)vs › | $28.40B | 1.82 | 2.17 | 2.25 | 1.22 |
| Expand Energy Corporation (EXE)vs › | $21.46B | 13.40 | 1.56 | 15.01 | -147.43 |
| Tenaris S.A. (TS)vs › | $30.07B | 3.72 | 5.48 | 5.48 | 3.79 |
| EQT Corporation (EQT)vs › | $33.14B | 5.40 | 1.89 | 3.28 | 0.98 |
| APA Corporation (APA)vs › | $11.60B | 4.29 | 3.13 | 6.65 | 2.73 |
| Antero Midstream Corporation (AM)vs › | $10.92B | 0.86 | 0.84 | 0.79 | 0.59 |
| Enphase Energy, Inc. (ENPH)vs › | $6.23B | 1.01 | 1.04 | 2.06 | 1.73 |
| Weatherford International plc (WFRD)vs › | $5.88B | 6.39 | 6.45 | 4.76 | -2.47 |
EPS Comparison
Trailing EPS (TTM)
$15.48
Forward EPS (Est.)
$24.08
P/E Ratio
16.1
Formula: EPS = Net Income / Weighted Average Shares Outstanding
Why EPS matters:
- Directly impacts stock valuation through P/E ratio
- Used to calculate dividend coverage and payout ratios
- Enables comparison across companies of different sizes
- Growth in EPS often correlates with stock price appreciation
Earnings Per Share (EPS) Formula & Definition
EPS (Earnings Per Share) represents the portion of a company's profit allocated to each outstanding share. Higher EPS indicates greater profitability on a per-share basis.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Earnings Per Share (EPS) FAQ
- What is the earnings per share (EPS) for First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)?
- The earnings per share (EPS) for FSLR stock is 15.48.
- Is First Solar, Inc.'s earnings per share (EPS) high or low?
- The earnings per share (EPS) of 15.48 is 122% above its 5-year average of 6.98, near the high end of its 5-year range (-0.41–15.48).
- What is the TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)?
- The TTM average earnings per share (EPS) for FSLR stock is 13.16.
- What is the 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)?
- The 3Y average earnings per share (EPS) for FSLR stock is 8.42.
- What is the 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)?
- The 5Y average earnings per share (EPS) for FSLR stock is 6.98.
- What is the 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)?
- The 10Y average earnings per share (EPS) for FSLR stock is 3.86.
- What is the 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)?
- The 15Y average earnings per share (EPS) for FSLR stock is 3.53.
- What is the 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)?
- The 20Y average earnings per share (EPS) for FSLR stock is 2.82.
FSLR Earnings Per Share (EPS) History
| DATE | EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 14.25 |
| 2024-12-31 | 12.07 |
| 2023-12-31 | 7.78 |
| 2022-12-31 | -0.41 |
| 2021-12-31 | 4.41 |
| 2020-12-31 | 3.76 |
| 2019-12-31 | -1.09 |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.38 |
| 2017-12-31 | -1.59 |
| 2016-12-31 | -3.48 |
| 2015-12-31 | 5.42 |
| 2014-12-31 | 3.97 |
| 2013-12-31 | 3.77 |
| 2012-12-31 | -1.11 |
| 2011-12-31 | -0.46 |
| 2010-12-31 | 7.82 |
| 2009-12-31 | 7.67 |
| 2008-12-31 | 4.34 |
| 2007-12-31 | 2.12 |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.07 |
| 2005-12-31 | -0.13 |
| 2004-12-31 | -0.39 |
| 2003-12-31 | -0.78 |
| 2002-12-31 | -0.49 |
| 2001-12-31 | -0.50 |
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About First Solar, Inc.
First Solar, Inc. is a global provider of photovoltaic (PV) solar energy solutions, operating in numerous international markets including the United States, Japan, France, Canada, India, and Australia. The company's primary activity involves the engineering, manufacturing, and sale of cadmium telluride solar modules, which are designed to convert solar radiation directly into electricity. Its clientele is broad, serving system developers and operators, utility companies, independent power producers, commercial and industrial businesses, and various other system owners. Founded in 1999, the firm is based in Tempe, Arizona, and underwent a name change in 2006 from its former designation, First Solar Holdings, Inc.
- Sector
- Energy
- Industry
- Solar
- CEO
- Mark R. Widmar