Enphase Energy Inc (ENPH)vsFirst Solar Inc (FSLR)
ENPH
Enphase Energy Inc
$56.07
-18.01%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $7.19B
FSLR
First Solar Inc
$314.95
-1.42%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $28.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
First Solar Inc generates 287% more annual revenue ($5.42B vs $1.40B). FSLR leads profitability with a 30.7% profit margin vs 9.6%. FSLR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.70. FSLR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
ENPH
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
FSLR
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+20.0%
Fair Value
$60.32
Current Price
$56.07
$4.25 discount
Margin of Safety
-6.2%
Fair Value
$251.74
Current Price
$314.95
$63.21 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.1%
Earnings expanding 65.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 20.6%
Earnings declined 36.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ENPH
PEG of 1.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FSLR
The strongest argument for FSLR centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.7% and operating margin at 33.1%. Revenue growth of 23.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ENPH
The primary concerns for ENPH are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. A P/E of 54.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : FSLR
The primary concerns for FSLR are Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ENPH profiles as a value stock while FSLR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSLR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.69 — expect wider price swings.
FSLR is growing revenue faster at 23.6% — sustainability is the question.
ENPH generates stronger free cash flow (83M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSLR scores higher overall (82/100 vs 37/100), backed by strong 30.7% margins and 23.6% revenue growth. ENPH offers better value entry with a 20.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Enphase Energy Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA
Enphase Energy is an American energy technology company headquartered in Fremont, California. Enphase designs and manufactures software-driven home energy solutions that span solar generation, home energy storage and web-based monitoring and control.
First Solar Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA
First Solar, Inc. offers solar photovoltaic (PV) solutions in the United States, Japan, France, Canada, India, Australia, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona.
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