First Solar Option Alert: Jun, 2026 $190 Calls Sweep (32) below Bid!: 3000 vs 402 OI; Earnings 7/29 After Close [est] 

First Solar Option Alert: Jun, 2026 $190 Calls Sweep (32) below Bid!: 3000 @ $22.255 vs 402 OI; Earnings 7/29 After Close [est] Ref=$157.3

First Solar Option Alert: Jun, 2026 $145 Puts Sweep (36) near the Bid: 267 vs 1071 OI; Earnings 7/29 After Close [est] 

First Solar Option Alert: Jun, 2026 $145 Puts Sweep (36) near the Bid: 267 @ $27.95 vs 1071 OI; Earnings 7/29 After Close [est] Ref=$145.87

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First Solar designs and manufactures solar photovoltaic panels, modules, and systems for use in utility-scale development projects. The company's solar modules use cadmium telluride to convert sunlight into electricity. This is commonly called thin-film technology. First Solar is the world's largest thin-film solar module manufacturer. It has production lines in Vietnam, Malaysia, the United States, and India.

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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Information Technology sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/03/25</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$98.4K</td>
<td>62.1K</td>
<td>41.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/03/25</td>
<td>$148.00</td>
<td>$26.4K</td>
<td>978</td>
<td>9.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$205.00</td>
<td>$29.9K</td>
<td>37.9K</td>
<td>8.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ORCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
<td>$78.6K</td>
<td>8</td>
<td>4.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$331.2K</td>
<td>3.4K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WULF</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$6.00</td>
<td>$52.5K</td>
<td>7.6K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$36.5K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APP</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$38.0K</td>
<td>4.2K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>QUBT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/11/25</td>
<td>$18.50</td>
<td>$27.0K</td>
<td>120</td>
<td>726</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SNOW</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$83.6K</td>
<td>779</td>
<td>588</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 6 day(s) on July 3, 2025. Parties traded 248 contract(s) at a $155.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $98.4K, with a price of $397.0 per contract. There were 62117 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 41889 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), we observe a call option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 6 day(s) on July 3, 2025. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $148.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.4K, with a price of $132.0 per contract. There were 978 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 9434 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AAPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 21 day(s) on July 18, 2025. Parties traded 86 contract(s) at a $205.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.9K, with a price of $348.0 per contract. There were 37959 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 8001 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ORCL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 21 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 4913 contract(s) at a $245.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $78.6K, with a price of $16.0 per contract. There were 8 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4913 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding FSLR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 21 day(s) on July 18, 2025. Parties traded 433 contract(s) at a $160.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 36 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $331.2K, with a price of $759.0 per contract. There were 3422 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2661 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding WULF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WULF#NASDAQ">WULF</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 49 day(s) on August 15, 2025. Parties traded 2100 contract(s) at a $6.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $52.5K, with a price of $25.0 per contract. There were 7686 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2379 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MSTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), we observe a put option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 49 day(s) on August 15, 2025. Parties traded 17 contract(s) at a $380.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.5K, with a price of $2152.0 per contract. There were 2903 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2195 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For APP (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 21 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $400.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.0K, with a price of $380.0 per contract. There were 4230 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1056 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For QUBT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QUBT#NASDAQ">QUBT</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 14 day(s) on July 11, 2025. This event was a transfer of 300 contract(s) at a $18.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.0K, with a price of $90.0 per contract. There were 120 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 726 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SNOW (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNOW#NYSE">SNOW</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 203 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 53 contract(s) at a $200.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 27 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $83.6K, with a price of $1580.0 per contract. There were 779 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 588 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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10 Information Technology Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

First Solar (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 1.45% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.96%. Currently, First Solar has a market capitalization of $16.39 billion. 
Buying $100 In FSLR: If an investor had bought $100 of FSLR stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $331.89 today based on a price of $152.80 for FSLR at the time of writing.
<h3>First Solar's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751042712_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$100 Invested In First Solar 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

On June&nbsp;20, 2025 (the "Effective Date"), First Solar, Inc. (the "Company") entered into a Tax Credit Transfer Agreement (the "Agreement") with a leading financial institution (the "Purchaser").
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Pursuant to the Agreement, the Company agreed to sell to the Purchaser $311,858,186.10 of advanced manufacturing production tax credits ("Tax Credits") generated by the production of certain module components in the United States and the sale of such components to third parties during the first part of 2025 (the "Eligible Transaction") pursuant to Section 45X of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. Pursuant to the Agreement, the purchase price for such Tax Credits was $296,265,276.80, payable in a single installment on the Effective Date. The Effective Date was subject to customary conditions precedent, including absence of default and the accuracy of representations and warranties of the Company. The Agreement contains customary covenants, indemnification, and termination provisions for comparable Tax Credit sale agreements.

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On June 20, 2025 First Solar Entered Into Tax Credit Transfer Agreement; To Sell $311.9M In Advanced Manufacturing Tax Credits

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards First Solar (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in FSLR usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 8 extraordinary options activities for First Solar. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 50% leaning bullish and 37% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $202,563, and 3 are calls, amounting to $135,695.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $130.0 and $200.0 for First Solar, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for First Solar's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of First Solar's whale activity within a strike price range from $130.0 to $200.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>First Solar Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750694547_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$13.45</td>
<td>$12.8</td>
<td>$12.8</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$55.0K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td>44</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$0.65</td>
<td>$0.55</td>
<td>$0.55</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$50.6K</td>
<td>11.8K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$15.1</td>
<td>$14.95</td>
<td>$14.95</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$46.3K</td>
<td>359</td>
<td>114</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/27/25</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$4.15</td>
<td>$4.22</td>
<td>$143.00</td>
<td>$42.2K</td>
<td>97</td>
<td>123</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$15.05</td>
<td>$14.75</td>
<td>$14.75</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$41.3K</td>
<td>359</td>
<td>44</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About First Solar</h3>
First Solar designs and manufactures solar photovoltaic panels, modules, and systems for use in utility-scale development projects. The company's solar modules use cadmium telluride to convert sunlight into electricity. This is commonly called thin-film technology. First Solar is the world's largest thin-film solar module manufacturer. It has production lines in Vietnam, Malaysia, the United States, and India.
<h3>First Solar's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 1,015,668, the price of FSLR is down by -1.09%, reaching $143.43.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 36 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on First Solar</h3>
In the last month, 2 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $233.5.
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&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Mizuho keeps a Outperform rating on First Solar with a target price of $275. 
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Investor caution dominated Wall Street this week, as escalating tensions between Israel and Iran fueled fears of potential U.S. involvement. Plus, the Federal Reserve's decision to keep rates as is peeved President Donald Trump.
The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady at 4.25%-4.5% for the fourth consecutive meeting, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/economic-data/25/06/46004338/no-rate-cuts-yet-fed-flags-slower-growth-sticky-inflation">reaffirming its cautious stance. </a>
Overall economic uncertainty has &#8220;diminished&#8221; since March, but the Fed warns that risks remain elevated. Policymakers maintain their median projection of two rate cuts in 2025, while trimming the 2026 outlook from three cuts to two — signaling a slightly more hawkish stance.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Powell Defends The Decision</h3>
Federal <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45999380/trump-powell-again-markets-breathe-iran-rejects-demands">Reserve Chair Jerome Powell</a> defended the pause. He argues that while inflation has moderated, it is still too high to justify rate reductions. He cited new inflationary pressures stemming from tariffs tied to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/tariffs">trade policy changes</a>.
The Fed now forecasts 2025 headline inflation at 3%, up from 2.7% in March. Meanwhile, GDP growth was revised downward to 1.4% in 2025, from a prior estimate of 1.7%.
However, in a Friday interview with CNBC, Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said the U.S. central bank could start cutting interest rates <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/sector-etfs/25/06/46035535/fed-guv-says-rate-cuts-july-rate-sensitive-etfs-fed-pivot-looms">as early as July</a>.
Waller is a Trump appointee.
Trump, meanwhile, took to calling Powell names in a social media post, labeling the Fed Chair "an American disgrace," arguing that the Fed&#8217;s inaction costs the U.S. billions in higher interest payments.
Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte echoed the sentiment, calling for Powell's immediate resignation and blaming him for damaging the housing market. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/06/45814493/its-a-buyers-market-redfin-reports-there-are-34-more-sellers-in-the-market-than-buyers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Homes are sitting on the market</a> for weeks or even months while <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44218740/kevin-oleary-says-prices-arent-going-down-eggs-energy-and-housing-remain-sky-high-but-he-thinks-its-part-of-a-bigger-strategy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">prices remain sky high</a> and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/mortgage-rates" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">mortgage rates</a> remain near 6.8%.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Energy Sector</h3>
Oil prices, which spiked in the prior week, steadied near $73 per barrel. Powell dismissed parallels with the 1970s oil shocks, stating that while further price spikes are possible, they are unlikely to generate persistent inflationary effects.
Meanwhile, two major Congressional developments shaped market action. The Senate's draft tax bill proposed phasing out clean energy and solar tax credits earlier than anticipated, sparking a steep sell-off in renewables. 
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<li>First Solar Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>) tumbled 13% on the week</li>
<li>Enphase Energy Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>) dropped 18%, and </li>
<li>Sunrun (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RUN#NASDAQ">RUN</a>) plunged 35%.</li>
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The bill offers what its supporters argue is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/06/46025145/saks-stablecoin-bill-treasury-buying-trump-ties-cloud-push">long-awaited regulatory clarity</a> that could unleash capital from institutional investors. Critics, mostly Democrats, say it&#8217;s a conflict of interest <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/06/45995223/genius-stablecoin-bill-clears-senate-but-trumps-crypto-profits-loom-over-momentum">for the Trump family</a>.
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards First Solar (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in FSLR usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 12 extraordinary options activities for First Solar. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 41% leaning bullish and 41% bearish. Among these notable options, 5 are puts, totaling $332,618, and 7 are calls, amounting to $868,096.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $135.0 to $180.0 for First Solar over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Assessing the volume and open interest is a strategic step in options trading. These metrics shed light on the liquidity and investor interest in First Solar's options at specified strike prices. The forthcoming data visualizes the fluctuation in volume and open interest for both calls and puts, linked to First Solar's substantial trades, within a strike price spectrum from $135.0 to $180.0 over the preceding 30 days.
<h3>First Solar Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750431741_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>FSLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$7.55</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$438.9K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td align="right">633</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$8.0</td>
<td>$9.0</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$180.0K</td>
<td>6.6K</td>
<td align="right">201</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$13.05</td>
<td>$11.55</td>
<td>$12.0</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$177.6K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td align="right">175</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$6.6</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$6.05</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$79.2K</td>
<td>2.8K</td>
<td align="right">542</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$14.55</td>
<td>$14.2</td>
<td>$14.2</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$59.6K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
<td align="right">89</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About First Solar</h3>
First Solar designs and manufactures solar photovoltaic panels, modules, and systems for use in utility-scale development projects. The company's solar modules use cadmium telluride to convert sunlight into electricity. This is commonly called thin-film technology. First Solar is the world's largest thin-film solar module manufacturer. It has production lines in Vietnam, Malaysia, the United States, and India.
<h3>Where Is First Solar Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,312,299, with FSLR's price up by 0.23%, positioned at $144.0.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 39 days.</li>
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<h3>What The Experts Say On First Solar</h3>
3 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $208.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Jefferies has elevated its stance to Buy, setting a new price target at $192. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Jefferies persists with their Hold rating on First Solar, maintaining a target price of $157. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Mizuho has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on First Solar, which currently sits at a price target of $275. 
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Sunrun (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RUN#NASDAQ">RUN</a>) shares are trading lower on Tuesday after GLJ Research analyst Gordon L. Johnson II issued a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RUN/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">downgrade for the stock</a> from Hold to Sell.
Johnson noted the underlying equity is worthless unless SunRun can inflate the value of its solar systems to collect tax credits.
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SunRun&#8217;s first-quarter 2025 financial disclosure, he said, currently has over one million systems on its balance sheet.
Johnson said that assuming each of SunRun&#8217;s systems is underwater by ~$600, SunRun burns $644.56 million annually in cash when considering the current systems it has in service, which assumes the company has stopped growing.
But, if SunRun stops growing, it cannot plug the -$644.56 million annual cash burn, creating a circular problem (the more SunRun grows, the more cash it burns), the analyst noted.
One of the benefits of perpetually understating O&amp;M costs is that it allows the overstatement of the value of the systems, enabling companies like SunRun, Sunnova and SunPower to claim tax credits beyond what would otherwise be available, he noted.
However, as detailed in the language from the U.S. Senate&#8217;s tax-and-spend bill, Johnson noted that residential solar finance companies would no longer be able to sell tax credits to third parties, which is potentially an existential threat to both SunRun and SolarEdge Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEDG#NASDAQ">SEDG</a>) and, to a lesser extent, Enphase Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>). Also, the analyst said the 45 times credits for solar production were left unchanged, marking an incremental positive for First Solar Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>).
In short, he noted that removing SunRun&#8217;s ability to sell tax credits to third parties and considering the company&#8217;s never making money creates a massive problem.
According to Johnson (like Sunnova and SunPower before it), covering the ~$600 per system hole inherent in SunRun&#8217;s business will quickly overwhelm the company, barring its ability to overstate the value of its systems and then garner tax credits on these overstated values. 
The key factor allowing SunRun to stay afloat has always been its ability to securitize loans or PPAs, bringing in hundreds of millions of new dollars each year, as per the analyst. 
He said that the company&#8217;s ability to securitize allowed it to cover the gap in its real O&amp;M expenses versus those it represented to the investing public. Yet, with the ability to securitize no longer there for SunRun (should the Senate&#8217;s version of the tax-and-spend pass), the company will quickly be unable to service its systems, Johnson said. 
The analyst noted that this task would fall on the sponsor equity, draining most of its cash flow, as it is below the tax equity investors in the partnership flip capital stack. This also means the sponsor equity investors in SunRuns&#8217; asset-backed security (&#8220;ABS&#8221;) bonds will quickly &#8220;head for the hills,&#8221; he added.
RUN Price Action: RUN stock is down 39.32% at $5.85 at publication on Tuesday.
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Wall Street took a sharp and unexpected turn lower by midday Tuesday as geopolitical fears surged following an Axios News report that President Donald Trump will meet with his national security team in the White House Situation Room to decide U.S. policy regarding the escalating war <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/middle-east">between Israel and Iran.</a>
According to <a href="https://www.axios.com/2025/06/17/trump-situation-room-meeting-iran-israel-war">Axios</a>, U.S. officials said Trump is seriously considering direct military intervention, including a potential strike on Iran's underground uranium enrichment facility in Fordow. The situation began unfolding after Trump abruptly left the G7 summit in Canada late Monday and called for Iran's "unconditional surrender" on Tuesday.
Iran swiftly responded by ordering evacuations in Tel Aviv and Haifa, intensifying fears of regional war.
Major U.S. stock indexes fell in midday trading, as investors digested the threat of U.S. involvement in another Middle East conflict.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Stocks Fall, Solar Sector Gets Hammered By Senate Bill</h3>
The S&amp;P 500 declined 0.5% to 6,000 points, and the Nasdaq 100 slid by over 130 points, or 0.6%, to 21,800.
Volatility spiked during the session as the CBOE Volatility Index, commonly known as the VIX or Wall Street&#8217;s fear index, surged 7.6%. 
Treasury yields plunged, with 30-year yields down 6 basis points to 4.90%. The dollar rallied reflecting appetite for safe havens. 
Oil price soared 1% to $72.5 a barrel. Sector-wise, energy was the lone area in the green, buoyed by expectations of rising crude prices if the Middle East conflict intensifies. 
In contrast, the consumer discretionary and healthcare sectors led the market's losses, with the latter penalized by fresh advertising restrictions.
Defense contractors rallied sharply as the specter of military conflict lifted expectations for increased government defense spending. RTX Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) advanced 1.2%, Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) climbed 2.9% and Northrop Grumman Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>) gained 1.6% by midday.
Meanwhile, a draft version of the Senate's "Big Beautiful Bill" revealed plans to phase out all federal tax credits for solar and wind energy projects by 2028. These incentives were established under the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.
The announcement triggered a broad selloff across solar-related stocks. The Invesco Solar ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TAN#NYSE">TAN</a>) plunged 9% in midday trading. Among individual names, Sunrun Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RUN#NASDAQ">RUN</a>) collapsed 40%, SolarEdge Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEDG#NASDAQ">SEDG</a>) dropped 35%, and Enphase Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>) fell 25%. Industry bellwether First Solar Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>) lost 18%.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tuesday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<td>42,325.26</td>
<td>-0.4%</td>
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<td>6,000.66</td>
<td>-0.5%</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>21,809.24</td>
<td>-0.6%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,108.55</td>
<td>-0.7%</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated by 1:30 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
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<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Digital Turbine (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APPS#NASDAQ">APPS</a>) stock rose 51.8% to $7.3 during Tuesday's regular session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $766.5 million. The company's, Q4 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Alpha Technology Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATGL#NASDAQ">ATGL</a>) stock moved upwards by 35.92% to $35.0. The company's market cap stands at $576.1 million. </li>
<li>XTI Aerospace (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XTIA#NASDAQ">XTIA</a>) shares increased by 29.6% to $3.59. The company's market cap stands at $22.5 million. </li>
<li>Creative Global Tech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CGTL#NASDAQ">CGTL</a>) stock rose 21.96% to $2.11. The company's market cap stands at $45.2 million. </li>
<li>Mobix Labs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MOBX#NASDAQ">MOBX</a>) shares moved upwards by 19.51% to $0.88. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $47.0 million. </li>
<li>Frequency Electronics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FEIM#NASDAQ">FEIM</a>) shares rose 14.79% to $22.5. The company's market cap stands at $217.7 million. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>SolarEdge Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEDG#NASDAQ">SEDG</a>) stock fell 34.3% to $15.76 during Tuesday's regular session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $930.5 million. </li>
<li>Enphase Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>) stock fell 25.13% to $34.39. The company's market cap stands at $4.5 billion. </li>
<li>Red Cat Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCAT#NASDAQ">RCAT</a>) stock declined by 19.81% to $7.37. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $670.0 million. </li>
<li>First Solar (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>) stock fell 18.16% to $143.44. The company's market cap stands at $15.3 billion. </li>
<li>Aeluma (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALMU#NASDAQ">ALMU</a>) stock fell 12.23% to $12.96. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $204.7 million. </li>
<li>Sonim Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONM#NASDAQ">SONM</a>) stock fell 11.61% to $1.49. The company's market cap stands at $15.2 million. 
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Benzinga Market Summary: S&P Pulls Back And Oil Surges After President Trump Denies Working On Israel-Iran Ceasefire, Solar Stocks Fall On Trump Tax Bill

Shares of solar stocks are trading lower after the US Senate Finance Committee unveiled its version of President Donald Trump's tax bill which slashed renewable energy incentives.

Solar stocks fell sharply on Tuesday after the U.S. Senate Finance Committee unveiled its version of President Donald Trump's tax bill which slashed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/legal/25/05/45568107/solar-energy-stocks-drop-as-house-approves-major-rollback-of-climate-incentives">renewable energy incentives.</a>
The Details: The Senate's draft proposal calls for a complete phase-out of tax credits for both solar and wind energy by 2028, accelerating the rollback of incentives originally established under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.&nbsp;
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Under the new plan, credits for solar and wind projects would be reduced to 60% of their original value by 2026, drop to 20% in 2027, and be eliminated entirely for projects placed in service after 2028, according to Reuters.&nbsp;
The bill also proposes eliminating residential solar tax credits and consumer incentives for energy efficiency upgrades within 180 days of enactment, further tightening the landscape for renewable energy investments.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Solar Stocks React&nbsp;</h2>
Solar energy stocks responded swiftly to the Senate's proposal. In premarket trading Tuesday, shares of Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>) plunged nearly 20%, Sunrun, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RUN#NASDAQ">RUN</a>) fell more than 35%, SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEDG#NASDAQ">SEDG</a>) dropped 30% and First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>) declined by about 17%.&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Nuclear Stocks React</h2>
In contrast, the Senate's proposed bill extends tax incentives for nuclear energy until 2036, reflecting a shift in federal support toward these technologies. Shares of nuclear companies like Oklo, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKLO#NYSE">OKLO</a>), NuScale Power Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMR#NYSE">SMR</a>) and Nano Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NNE#NASDAQ">NNE</a>) moved higher in Tuesday's premarket trading.&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Political Outlook&nbsp;</h2>
Senate Republicans are pushing to pass the legislation before the July 4 holiday, but the timeline remains uncertain due to procedural hurdles and possible amendments. GOP leaders may need to negotiate further which could push the bill's final passage into late July.
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<li>FiEE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MINM#NASDAQ">MINM</a>) shares increased by 16.94% to $2.76. The company's market cap stands at $20.2 million. </li>
<li>Trident Digital Tech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDTH#NASDAQ">TDTH</a>) stock rose 16.11% to $0.28. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $18.3 million. </li>
<li>XTI Aerospace (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XTIA#NASDAQ">XTIA</a>) shares moved upwards by 14.44% to $3.17. The company's market cap stands at $19.9 million. </li>
<li>Frequency Electronics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FEIM#NASDAQ">FEIM</a>) stock rose 12.7% to $22.09. The company's market cap stands at $213.7 million. </li>
<li>DatChat (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DATS#NASDAQ">DATS</a>) shares moved upwards by 9.31% to $3.05. The company's market cap stands at $12.8 million. </li>
</ul>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<ul>
<li>SolarEdge Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEDG#NASDAQ">SEDG</a>) stock fell 29.9% to $16.8 during Tuesday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $991.9 million. </li>
<li>LeddarTech Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LDTC#NASDAQ">LDTC</a>) stock decreased by 22.0% to $0.16. The company's market cap stands at $6.0 million. </li>
<li>Enphase Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>) shares fell 20.54% to $36.5. The company's market cap stands at $4.7 billion. </li>
<li>First Solar (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>) shares decreased by 16.5% to $146.35. The company's market cap stands at $15.6 billion. </li>
<li>Nano Labs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NA#NASDAQ">NA</a>) stock decreased by 11.5% to $9.01. The company's market cap stands at $150.3 million. </li>
<li>Sonim Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SONM#NASDAQ">SONM</a>) shares declined by 8.93% to $1.53. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $15.7 million. 
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12 Information Technology Stocks Moving In Tuesday's Pre-Market Session

U.S. stock futures were lower this morning, with the Dow futures falling more than 200 points on Tuesday.
Shares of Redwire Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDW#NYSE">RDW</a>) fell sharply in today's pre-market trading after the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RDW">announced a $200 million common stock offering.</a>
Redwire shares dipped 10.1% to $18.48 in the pre-market trading session.
Here are some other stocks moving lower in pre-market trading.
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Sunrun Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RUN#NASDAQ">RUN</a>) shares tumbled 27.4% to $7.00 in pre-market trading. Jefferies, last week, downgraded the stock from Hold to Underperform and lowered its price target from $6 to $5.</li>
<li>SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEDG#NASDAQ">SEDG</a>) dipped 21.5% to $18.79 in pre-market trading. Barclays analyst Christine Cho, last week, maintained SolarEdge Technologies with an Underweight and raised the price target from $11 to $12.</li>
<li>Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>) declined 16.7% to $38.28 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>) declined 10.1% to $157.00 in pre-market trading. Jefferies analyst Julien Dumoulin-Smith, last week, upgraded First Solar from Hold to Buy and raised the price target from $157 to $192.</li>
<li>Array Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARRY#NASDAQ">ARRY</a>) fell 9.2% to $7.23 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>LZ Technology Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LZMH#NASDAQ">LZMH</a>) declined 8.6% to $12.80 in pre-market trading after dipping 13% on Monday.</li>
<li>MakeMyTrip Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMYT#NASDAQ">MMYT</a>) dipped 7.1% to $93.68 in pre-market trading as the company announced a proposed primary offering of ordinary shares.</li>
<li>Nextracker Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXT#NASDAQ">NXT</a>) dropped 6.7% to $56.67 in pre-market trading.</li>
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Pre-Market Outlook

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Redwire, MakeMyTrip And Other Big Stocks Moving Lower In Tuesday's Pre-Market Session

Shares of Lennar Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEN#NYSE">LEN</a>) rose sharply in today's pre-market trading after the company reported mixed results <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LEN/earnings">for the second quarter</a>.
Lennar reported quarterly earnings of $1.90 per share, which missed the Street estimate of $1.94. Quarterly revenue of $8.38 billion beat the analyst consensus estimate of $8.16 billion.
Lennar shares jumped 2.3% to $111.97 in the pre-market trading session.
Here are some other stocks moving in pre-market trading.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Gainers</h3>
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<li>XCF Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAFX#NASDAQ">SAFX</a>) surged 113.1% to $4.71 in pre-market trading after dipping around 37% on Monday. XCF Global announced the appointment of new board of directors following business combination.</li>
<li>Salarius Pharmaceuticals, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLRX#NASDAQ">SLRX</a>) shares jumped 110.9% to $1.33 in pre-market trading after the company disclosed it received an extension from the Nasdaq to regain compliance.</li>
<li>Verve Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VERV#NASDAQ">VERV</a>) jumped 84.1% to $11.54 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Jianzhi Education Technology Group Company Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JZ#NASDAQ">JZ</a>) gained 43% to $4.09 in pre-market trading after gaining 6% on Monday.</li>
<li>Regencell Bioscience Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RGC#NASDAQ">RGC</a>) rose 43.1% to $85.86 in pre-market trading. Regencell Bioscience shares jumped 276% on Monday after the company's 38-for-one forward stock split officially took effect.</li>
<li>Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDTH#NASDAQ">TDTH</a>) rose 40.2% to $0.3428 in pre-market trading after gaining over 15% on Monday. Trident Digital Tech, last week, announced an initiative to raise up to $500 million to establish a corporate XRP treasury.</li>
<li>BGSF, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BGSF#NYSE">BGSF</a>) climbed 39.9% to $5.65 in pre-market trading after the company agreed to sell Professional Division to INSPYR Solutions for $99 million in an all-cash deal.</li>
<li>Liminatus Pharma, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LIMN#NASDAQ">LIMN</a>) surged 8.8% to $13.18 in pre-market trading after dipping 16% on Monday.</li>
<li>AIRO Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIRO#NASDAQ">AIRO</a>) gained 8.7% to $33.69 in pre-market trading after surging 29% on Monday.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Losers</h3>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Sunrun Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RUN#NASDAQ">RUN</a>) shares tumbled 27.4% to $7.00 in pre-market trading. Jefferies, last week, downgraded the stock from Hold to Underperform and lowered its price target from $6 to $5.</li>
<li>LeddarTech Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LDTC#NASDAQ">LDTC</a>) shares fell 24.9% to $0.1550 in pre-market trading after the company announced intention to file under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act in Canada.</li>
<li>SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEDG#NASDAQ">SEDG</a>) dipped 21.5% to $18.79 in pre-market trading. Barclays analyst Christine Cho, last week, maintained SolarEdge Technologies with an Underweight and raised the price target from $11 to $12.</li>
<li>Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>) declined 16.7% to $38.28 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>CDT Environmental Technology Investment Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDTG#NASDAQ">CDTG</a>) dipped 15.4% to $1.16 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Smart Powerr Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CREG#NASDAQ">CREG</a>) declined 15% to $0.3060 in pre-market trading after dipping 38% on Monday.</li>
<li>Adial Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADIL#NASDAQ">ADIL</a>) fell 11.4% to $0.2880 in pre-market trading after tumbling 7% on Monday. Adial Pharmaceuticals submitted the required briefing package to the FDA for the upcoming end of Phase 2 meeting.</li>
<li>Redwire Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDW#NYSE">RDW</a>) fell 10.1% to $18.48 in pre-market trading after the company announced a $200 million common stock offering.</li>
<li>First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>) declined 10.1% to $157.00 in pre-market trading. Jefferies analyst Julien Dumoulin-Smith, last week, upgraded First Solar from Hold to Buy and raised the price target from $157 to $192.</li>
<li>Array Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARRY#NASDAQ">ARRY</a>) fell 9.2% to $7.23 in pre-market trading.</li>
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Why Lennar Shares Are Trading Higher; Here Are 20 Stocks Moving Premarket

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Information Technology sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>FSLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$36.3K</td>
<td>4.5K</td>
<td>6.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SLAB</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$35.3K</td>
<td>12.0K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$41.0K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td>4.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ORCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/13/25</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$27.4K</td>
<td>12.3K</td>
<td>697</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$48.0K</td>
<td>584</td>
<td>561</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SMCI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/20/26</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$128.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>454</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CLS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$31.0K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td>329</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>APLD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/17/25</td>
<td>$14.00</td>
<td>$63.0K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td>307</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ADBE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/03/25</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$26.6K</td>
<td>10</td>
<td>153</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TXN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$27.5K</td>
<td>330</td>
<td>118</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For FSLR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 7 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 128 contract(s) at a $190.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.3K, with a price of $284.0 per contract. There were 4512 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 6135 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SLAB (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLAB#NASDAQ">SLAB</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 35 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 58 contract(s) at a $150.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.3K, with a price of $610.0 per contract. There were 12084 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4776 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MSTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), we observe a call option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 7 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 50 contract(s) at a $380.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $41.0K, with a price of $823.0 per contract. There were 2069 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4256 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ORCL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, is expiring today. Parties traded 8 contract(s) at a $180.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.4K, with a price of $3430.0 per contract. There were 12345 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 697 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>), we observe a put option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 7 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 100 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $48.0K, with a price of $480.0 per contract. There were 584 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 561 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SMCI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 280 day(s) on March 20, 2026. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $60.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $128.0K, with a price of $640.0 per contract. There were 1119 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 454 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CLS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLS#NYSE">CLS</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 7 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 250 contract(s) at a $135.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.0K, with a price of $124.0 per contract. There were 1710 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 329 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding APLD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APLD#NASDAQ">APLD</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 126 day(s) on October 17, 2025. Parties traded 300 contract(s) at a $14.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $63.0K, with a price of $210.0 per contract. There were 1339 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 307 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ADBE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADBE#NASDAQ">ADBE</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 20 day(s) on July 3, 2025. Parties traded 48 contract(s) at a $400.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.6K, with a price of $556.0 per contract. There were 10 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 153 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For TXN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXN#NASDAQ">TXN</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 63 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $220.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.5K, with a price of $275.0 per contract. There were 330 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 118 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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During the last three months, 24 analysts shared their evaluations of First Solar (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">12</td>
<td align="right">9</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $205.89, along with a high estimate of $275.00 and a low estimate of $100.00. Highlighting a 9.69% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $227.97. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1749646978_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive First Solar. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Julien Dumoulin-Smith</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$192.00</td>
<td>$157.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maheep Mandloi</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
<td>$251.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julien Dumoulin-Smith</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$157.00</td>
<td>$127.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Lee</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
<td>$204.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Lee</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$204.00</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Fleishman</td>
<td>Wolfe Research</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$221.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jordan Levy</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Osha</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$202.00</td>
<td>$253.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gordon Johnson</td>
<td>GLJ Research</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$172.37</td>
<td>$172.37</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julien Dumoulin-Smith</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$127.00</td>
<td>$202.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Lee</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$204.00</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Blum</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$177.00</td>
<td>$191.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Dendrinos</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$214.00</td>
<td>$237.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ameet Thakkar</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$187.00</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Windham</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sophie Karp</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kashy Harrison</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$205.00</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ben Kallo</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$267.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Windham</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$285.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Biju Perincheril</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Positive</td>
<td>$217.00</td>
<td>$223.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christine Cho</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$204.00</td>
<td>$236.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dimple Gosai</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
<td>$236.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Osha</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$253.00</td>
<td>$304.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jordan Levy</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
<td>$285.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to First Solar. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of First Solar compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for First Solar's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of First Solar's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FSLR/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on First Solar analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know First Solar Better</h2>
First Solar designs and manufactures solar photovoltaic panels, modules, and systems for use in utility-scale development projects. The company's solar modules use cadmium telluride to convert sunlight into electricity. This is commonly called thin-film technology. First Solar is the world's largest thin-film solar module manufacturer. It has production lines in Vietnam, Malaysia, the United States, and India.
<h3>Breaking Down First Solar's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: First Solar's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 6.35%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: First Solar's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 24.81%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): First Solar's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 2.59%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): First Solar's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.73%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: First Solar's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.08, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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