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One of the most important facets of renewable energy, solar energy stocks are companies that produce electricity by harnessing heat and light from the sun. This is accomplished by the use of solar technology including panels and similar solar architecture. The four types of solar energy are passive solar gain, solar thermal, passive solar power, and passive solar gain. Some of the industry’s most popular stocks are First Solar and Sunrun, two companies that have helped make solar energy production mainstream. Investors can also gain exposure through the Global X Solar ETF.

Recent Solar Stocks Articles

Solar Stocks Flare — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

First Solar's 2013 guidance sent FSLR and the rest of the sector skyward Tuesday, and big gains by tech giants Microsoft and Intel propped up the Dow.

Go Short Amid the Latest Solar Default

Another solar company defaulted on its bond payments, and this time, it's one of China's industry gems. I'm taking the hint. You should, too.

FSLR Looks Ready for an Earnings Pop

There's plenty to like about First Solar ahead of its quarterly report tonight -- here's one way to position yourself for an earnings-inspired rise in the shares.

Don’t Bet on Warren Buffett’s Solar Gamble

Solar is terribly inefficient, but that doesn't mean "true believers" can't bid the stock up on Warren Buffett's big buy.

Buffett Sees Bright Days for Solar

His MidAmerican Energy's buys of two big projects could be a sign that other opportunities are waiting in solar -- if you know where to look.

Ride the Flare in Solar Stocks

The plunge in JA Solar and Yingli Green -- and their subsequent surges -- should make every trader in the solar sphere take notice.

Stocks at New Highs, New Lows for 11/15

Get the scoop on today's big moves. See which stock hit a new 52-week high, and one that found a new 52-week low.

Don’t Get Suckered By Solar Earnings

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again – solar stocks are a sucker’s bet. If you cannot create a product that can stand on its own without government subsidy, then your business is unsustainable.

Cheap Chinese Solar Panels Actually AREN’T the Problem

While solar-stock investors watch the EU-China "dumping" accusations on pins and needles, that nuance is obscuring a much more important detail.

Investors: Avoid These Sucker Bets!

Just like the games in "carny row" at the Boardwalk, the stock market also has its sucker bets. Here are a batch of plays you best pass by.

First Solar Burns Bright on Short Squeeze

Still, if you're in it for the long term, beware -- the lack of visibility makes First Solar's stock a haven for traders, too hot for investors.

First Solar: Q2 Profit Jumps 81%, Shares Soar

First Solar announced second-quarter earnings that significantly exceeded Wall Street estimates while sales soared on corporate projects, sending it shares up.

JinkoSolar Doesn’t Shine in Q1

JinkoSolar posted a wider-than-expected loss in the first quarter, and things aren't looking any better for Q2, as the company expects shipments to drop.

A Better Bargain Bet Than Social Networking

Social stocks might look like a bargain right now, but suppress your urges. If you desperately want to hunt the bargain sector bin, consider solar instead.

Solar Stocks: Wait Out the Tariff Wars

New U.S. duties on subsidized Chinese solar panels could do more harm than good.

U.S. Imposes Solar Tariffs; China Unhappy

The Department of Commerce hit Chinese solar panels with a 30% tariff on Thursday, promoting allegations of protectionism from China's Ministry of Commerce.

3 Solar Trades Searching for a Silver Lining

Amid a torturous season for solar stocks, three more report this week with expected losses -- options traders can capitalize with these plays.

Betting Against First Solar Bears Ahead of Earnings

If its earnings have even a hint of good news, a rally in the beaten-down shares is possible. If you're willing, now's the time to make that bet.

First Solar Turns to Catch Shifting Rays

The company plans to focus on developing solar power plants and offering services to utilities rather than just selling solar panels.