Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards First Solar (NASDAQ:FSLR), 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 25% leaning bullish and 25% bearish. Among these notable options, 2 are puts, totaling $499,214, and 10 are calls, amounting to $1,898,729.
Projected Price Targets
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $210.0 and $380.0 for First Solar, spanning the last three months.
Analyzing Volume & Open Interest
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for First Solar options trades today is 3662.56 with a total volume of 1,586.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for First Solar's big money trades within a strike price range of $210.0 to $380.0 over the last 30 days.
First Solar Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days
Largest Options Trades Observed:
| Symbol | PUT/CALL | Trade Type | Sentiment | Exp. Date | Ask | Bid | Price | Strike Price | Total Trade Price | Open Interest | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FSLR | CALL | TRADE | NEUTRAL | 12/19/25 | $13.4 | $12.95 | $13.17 | $250.00 | $1.2M | 6.1K | 77 |
| FSLR | PUT | TRADE | BEARISH | 09/26/25 | $1.57 | $1.23 | $1.57 | $210.00 | $455.6K | 2.0K | 103 |
| FSLR | CALL | TRADE | NEUTRAL | 10/17/25 | $9.5 | $8.65 | $9.0 | $225.00 | $135.0K | 919 | 160 |
| FSLR | CALL | TRADE | NEUTRAL | 01/15/27 | $45.8 | $42.4 | $44.0 | $240.00 | $110.0K | 1.5K | 0 |
| FSLR | CALL | TRADE | NEUTRAL | 01/21/28 | $42.6 | $40.0 | $41.3 | $300.00 | $103.2K | 14.3K | 25 |
About First Solar
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.
Where Is First Solar Standing Right Now?
- Currently trading with a volume of 185,740, the FSLR's price is up by 1.13%, now at $221.68.
- RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be overbought.
- Anticipated earnings release is in 35 days.
What Analysts Are Saying About First Solar
Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $262.0.
Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move
Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. Click here for access. * An analyst from JP Morgan persists with their Overweight rating on First Solar, maintaining a target price of $262.
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