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First Solar expands U.S. manufacturing with Gaffney facility expansion targeting 3.4 GW by 2027

Oct 28, 2026, 5:54 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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The expansion supports US manufacturing, reduces import risk, and enables higher long-run utilization, which could improve gross margins and volume growth; the phased ramp provides a longer horizon catalyst.

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First Solar inaugurated the first phase of its Gaffney, SC facility, onshoring final production for Series 6 Plus modules. The second phase is slated for completion by mid-2027, raising nameplate capacity to 3.4 GW and tying a $330 million capex to a longer-run domestic supply chain upgrade. The development could boost volumes and margins once ramped.

First Solar inaugurated the first phase of its Gaffney facility in SC.
Second phase due by mid-2027; capacity to reach 3.4 GW.
Capex about $330 million; onshores final production for Series 6 Plus.
Expansion could boost domestic supply, volumes, and potential margins for FSLR.

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