Return on Assets (ROA): 12.47%
Is the return on assets (ROA) high or low?
The return on assets (ROA) of 12.47% is 80% above its 5-year average of 6.92%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-0.54%–12.47%).
As of Friday, June 26, 2026. 12.70% above its 12-month average of 11.07%.
FSLR Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
Annual fiscal-year return on assets; no daily interpolation.
FSLR Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
FSLR Current vs Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
FSLR Return on Assets (ROA) Metrics
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)
12.47%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG TTM
11.07%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 3Y
7.40%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 5Y
6.92%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 10Y
3.79%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 15Y
4.10%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 20Y
5.10%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+12.70%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+68.46%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+80.16%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+229.18%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+204.05%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+144.51%
FSLR Competitors' Return on Assets (ROA)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Solar, Inc. (FSLR) | $26.72B | 12.47% | 11.07% | 7.40% | 6.92% |
| Coterra Energy Inc. (CTRA)vs › | $24.72B | 6.77% | 6.10% | 10.08% | 8.43% |
| Halliburton Company (HAL)vs › | $28.76B | 6.13% | 7.45% | 8.09% | 4.11% |
| Tenaris S.A. (TS)vs › | $30.69B | 9.59% | 9.80% | 13.18% | 9.28% |
| Expand Energy Corporation (EXE)vs › | $21.19B | 10.93% | 1.93% | 13.15% | -6.29% |
| EQT Corporation (EQT)vs › | $32.31B | 8.04% | 2.73% | 5.03% | 1.64% |
| APA Corporation (APA)vs › | $11.81B | 8.48% | 5.85% | 14.59% | 4.90% |
| Antero Midstream Corporation (AM)vs › | $10.78B | 6.41% | 6.91% | 6.48% | 4.96% |
| Cameco Corporation (CCJ)vs › | $45.11B | 9.09% | 3.72% | 3.03% | 1.68% |
| Enphase Energy, Inc. (ENPH)vs › | $6.22B | 4.96% | 4.03% | 8.48% | 8.68% |
Asset Efficiency
ROA
12.5%
ROE
16.9%
Return on Assets (ROA) Formula & Definition
ROA = Net Income / Total Assets
Return on assets measures how efficiently a company generates profit from its total assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Return on Assets (ROA) FAQ
- What is the return on assets (ROA) for First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)?
- The return on assets (ROA) for FSLR stock is 12.47%.
- Is First Solar, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
- The return on assets (ROA) of 12.47% is 80% above its 5-year average of 6.92%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-0.54%–12.47%).
- What is the TTM average return on assets (ROA) for First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)?
- The TTM average return on assets (ROA) for FSLR stock is 11.07%.
- What is the 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)?
- The 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for FSLR stock is 7.40%.
- What is the 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)?
- The 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for FSLR stock is 6.92%.
- What is the 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)?
- The 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for FSLR stock is 3.79%.
- What is the 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)?
- The 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for FSLR stock is 4.10%.
- What is the 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for First Solar, Inc. (FSLR)?
- The 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for FSLR stock is 5.10%.
FSLR Return on Assets (ROA) History
| DATE | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 11.47% |
| 2024-12-31 | 10.66% |
| 2023-12-31 | 8.02% |
| 2022-12-31 | -0.54% |
| 2021-12-31 | 6.32% |
| 2020-12-31 | 5.60% |
| 2019-12-31 | -1.53% |
| 2018-12-31 | 2.03% |
| 2017-12-31 | -2.41% |
| 2016-12-31 | -6.06% |
| 2015-12-31 | 8.11% |
| 2014-12-31 | 5.89% |
| 2013-12-31 | 5.10% |
| 2012-12-31 | -1.52% |
| 2011-12-31 | -0.68% |
| 2010-12-31 | 15.16% |
| 2009-12-31 | 19.11% |
| 2008-12-31 | 16.47% |
| 2007-12-31 | 11.55% |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.69% |
| 2005-12-31 | -6.34% |
| 2004-12-31 | -40.16% |
| 2003-12-31 | 0.00% |
| 2002-12-31 | -182.40% |
| 2001-12-31 | -281.65% |
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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