Canadian Solar Inc.

CSIQ • Solar

$13.22

▼ -0.31 (-2.29%)

Current price

EarningsLatest report: Mar 31, 2026

WEAK PROFILEWeakConfidence: 70%

Quantitative profile — not an investment recommendation.

Quantitative profile — not an investment recommendation.Methodology

Analysis thesis: Weak historical ratio profile. The current evidence does not support a favorable risk/reward view.

Market Cap

$896.55M

Growth

28.5%

Cash Flow

1/5

Trend

Volatile

Evidence

High debt level · 2.73Weak liquidity · 0.93Negative growth trendWeak profitability

Financial data as of: Mar 31, 2026, 12:00 AM UTCLast earnings update: May 14, 2026, 12:00 AM UTCLast profile update: Aug 28, 2026, 12:12 PM UTC

Company Snapshot

Key valuation, quality, financial strength, momentum and analyst data.

Price$13.22

Change-2.29%

Shares Out67.82M

Market Cap$896.55M

Enterprise Value$6.89B

52W Range9.41 - 34.59

Beta1.54

P/E-8.77

P/S0.16

P/B0.32

P/FCF-0.64

EV/Sales1.26

Price$13.22

Change-2.29%

Shares Out67.82M

Market Cap$896.55M

Enterprise Value$6.89B

52W Range9.41 - 34.59

Beta1.54

P/E-8.77

P/S0.16

P/B0.32

P/FCF-0.64

EV/Sales1.26

EV/EBITDA23.01

EV/FCF-4.89

Earnings Yield-11.40%

FCF Yield-157.08%

Dividend Yield0.00%

Gross Margin18.34%

Oper. Margin0.77%

Profit Margin-1.86%

Debt/Eq2.73

Current Ratio0.93

Quick Ratio0.70

Revenue 5Y28.45%

Target$16.33

Target Upside23.52%

Target Median$17.00

Target Range15.00 - 17.00

Volume3.41M

Avg Volume2.62M

EPS Surprise0.35

Investment DNA

How strong this company looks for long-term investors

out of 100

Business Quality

Margins, moat, returns

27/100

Financial Strength

Debt, cash, stability

26/100

Growth Potential

Revenue and expansion

20/100

Price Attractiveness

Cheap or expensive today

88/100

Why this score▼

High debt level · 2.73Weak liquidity · 0.93Negative growth trendWeak profitability

Analyst view

Analyst sentiment and price target

CSIQ

Analyst sentiment

Based on 33 analyst votes · 2026-09-04

65/100

Neutral

Bullish

Hold

Bearish

Price Target

2026-08-28

Low

$18.00

Mean

$18.00

Median

$18.00

High

$18.00

Company Overview

IPO: 11/9/2006

Industry: Solar

P/B i: 0.32

Debt / Equity i: 2.73

Operating Margin: 0.77%

Net Margin: -1.86%

ROE i: -

ROIC: -

Financial Health

Score5 / 20

Debt / Equity: 2.73

Current Ratio: 0.93

Quick Ratio: 0.70

Status: Weak

Warnings

High debt level
Weak Liquidity
Weak quick ratio

Insider Transactions

Recent executive and insider activity

Qu Shawn Xiaohua

Transaction: 07/09/2026

BUY

Change

+18,892

Price

Not reported

Filing

07/14/2026

Type

BUY

Ruda Harry E

Transaction: 07/09/2026

BUY

Change

+1,949

Price

Not reported

Filing

07/14/2026

Type

BUY

Wong Andrew Luen Cheung

Transaction: 07/09/2026

BUY

Change

+1,949

Price

Not reported

Filing

07/14/2026

Type

BUY

Insider	Type	Change	Price	Transaction	Filing
Qu Shawn Xiaohua	BUY	+18,892	Not reported	07/09/2026	07/14/2026
Ruda Harry E	BUY	+1,949	Not reported	07/09/2026	07/14/2026
Wong Andrew Luen Cheung	BUY	+1,949	Not reported	07/09/2026	07/14/2026
Wong Pauline W.	BUY	+2,519	Not reported	07/09/2026	07/13/2026
Chang Leslie Li Hsien	BUY	+1,949	Not reported	07/09/2026	07/13/2026
Zhu Xinbo	BUY	+12,594	Not reported	07/09/2026	07/13/2026
Parkin Colin	BUY	+18,892	Not reported	07/09/2026	07/13/2026
Chen Yu (Kang)	BUY	+9,446	Not reported	07/09/2026	07/13/2026
Templeton Lauren C	BUY	+1,949	Not reported	07/09/2026	07/13/2026
Chang Leslie Li Hsien	SELL	-4	$15.69	07/02/2026	07/06/2026
Chang Leslie Li Hsien	SELL	-809	Not reported	07/02/2026	07/06/2026
Ruda Harry E	SELL	-809	Not reported	07/02/2026	07/06/2026
Ruda Harry E	SELL	-493	$15.69	07/02/2026	07/06/2026
Templeton Lauren C	SELL	-809	Not reported	07/02/2026	07/06/2026
Templeton Lauren C	SELL	-4	$15.69	07/02/2026	07/06/2026
Wong Andrew Luen Cheung	SELL	-4	$15.69	07/02/2026	07/06/2026
Wong Andrew Luen Cheung	SELL	-809	Not reported	07/02/2026	07/06/2026
Chang Leslie Li Hsien	SELL	-1,767	$19.45	05/26/2026	05/28/2026
Qu Shawn Xiaohua	SELL	-4,980	Not reported	05/26/2026	05/28/2026
Qu Shawn Xiaohua	SELL	-6	$19.45	05/26/2026	05/28/2026

About the Company

Canadian Solar Inc.

Canadian Solar Inc. and its affiliates operate globally, specializing in the design, development, production, and sale of solar energy components, including ingots, wafers, cells, and modules, alongside a range of solar power and battery storage solutions across Asia, the Americas, and Europe. The company's operations are structured into two main divisions: CSI Solar and Global Energy. The CSI Solar segment offers standard solar modules, comprehensive battery storage systems, and complete, ready-to-install solar kits that encompass inverters, racking systems, and other essential accessories. This division also provides engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services. Conversely, the Global Energy segment is involved in the entire lifecycle of solar and battery storage projects, from development and construction to ongoing maintenance and sale. It also manages the operation of solar power facilities and sells generated electricity. This segment further delivers extensive operation and maintenance (O&M) support, such as monitoring, inspections, equipment repair and replacement, site management, and administrative services for solar ventures, in addition to asset management. As of January 31, 2021, this division managed an operational fleet of solar power plants with an aggregate capacity of approximately 445 MWp. Canadian Solar serves a diverse clientele, including distributors, system integrators, project developers, and installation/EPC companies. Its products are primarily marketed under the Canadian Solar brand, with some sales also occurring on an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) basis. Established in 2001, the company is headquartered in Guelph, Canada.

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Latest news

Deutsche Bank AG Takes $1.24 Million Position in Canadian Solar Inc. $CSIQ

Deutsche Bank AG purchased a new position in Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: CSIQ) during the second quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The fund purchased 77,596 shares of the solar energy provider's stock, valued at approximately $1,243,000. Deutsche Bank AG owned approximately 0.11% of Canadian Solar as

Defense World

Canadian Solar Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

Canadian Solar (NASDAQ: CSIQ) reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $1.2 billion, reaching the high end of its guidance range, as stronger module shipments in the United States and accelerated energy-storage deliveries supported manufacturing performance. The company recorded a net loss attributable to shareholders of $77 million, or $1.40 per share, amid elevated freight costs and ramp-up

Defense World

Canadian Solar Inc. (CSIQ) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Seeking Alpha

Canadian Solar Q2 Loss Wider Than Estimates, Revenues Fall Y/Y

CSIQ's Q2 loss widens to $1.40 per share as revenues fell 28.7%, while battery storage shipments surged 73% year over year.

Zacks Investment Research

Canadian Solar Beats on Revenue, But Investors Face Softer Q3 Setup

Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ:CSIQ) shares traded lower Thursday morning before heading up after the company reported mixed second-quarter 2026 results, with a revenue beat offset by an EPS miss and a below-consensus third-quarter sales outlook.

Benzinga

Earnings Surprises

Period	Estimate	Actual	Surprise
2026-05-14	-1.06	-0.71	0.35
2026-03-19	-1.1	-1.66	-0.56
2025-11-13	-1.08	-0.58	0.5
2025-08-21	0.76	-0.53	-1.29
2025-05-15	-1.5	-1.07	0.43
2025-03-25	-0.21	-1.47	-1.26
2024-12-05	-0.17	-0.31	-0.14
2024-08-22	0.052	0.02	-0.032
2024-05-09	0.01253	0.19	0.17747
2024-03-14	-0.13	-0.02	0.11
2023-11-14	0.82	0.32	-0.5
2023-08-22	1.52	2.39	0.87