Canadian Solar Stock Price, News & Analysis

Canadian Solar reported strong financial results for Q4 and the full year 2021. The company shipped 3.8 GW of solar modules in Q4, achieving a 47% year-over-year revenue increase to $1.53 billion, surpassing guidance. Gross margin reached 19.7%, exceeding expectations. For the full year, total module shipments rose to 14.5 GW, with revenue reaching $5.3 billion, a 52% increase. Net income for 2021 was $95 million, or $1.46 per share. The company is on track for a carve-out IPO of its CSI Solar unit and plans to expand its battery storage business significantly.

Canadian Solar (NASDAQ: CSIQ) has launched mass production of its new CS6R-MS rooftop solar module, featuring a 54-cell format with 182 mm cells. The module boasts a power output of up to 420 W and an efficiency of up to 21.5%, designed for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. This new product offers several advantages, including improved efficiency over similar market modules, a lightweight design for ease of installation, and a 25-year warranty. Canadian Solar continues to innovate, expecting to introduce modules with HJT cells next month.

Canadian Solar has signed two 10-year power purchase agreements (PPAs) with Axpo Italia for 70% of the energy produced by two solar plants totaling 84 MWp in Italy. The projects, located in Viterbo and Trapani, are set to begin construction before 2023 and are expected to start operations by January 2024, generating approximately 156 GWh annually. This positions Canadian Solar as the largest solar developer in Italy based on contracted volume, reinforcing its commitment to renewable energy and decarbonization efforts in the country.

Canadian Solar (NASDAQ: CSIQ) announced a significant achievement, securing a private power purchase agreement (PPA) with Usinas Siderurgicas de Minas Gerais S.A. in Brazil. This deal commits 50% of a 381 MWp solar project’s electricity output. Construction of the Morada do Sol project in Goiás is set to begin in Q1 2024, with operations expected by January 2025. The project aims to generate approximately 790 GWh annually, benefiting around 432,700 households and reducing CO₂ emissions by 118,500 tons.

Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: CSIQ) will hold a conference call on March 17, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. EDT to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2021 results and business outlook. Investors can join the call via various dial-in numbers or listen to the live webcast on the company's website. A replay will be available until March 25, 2022. Canadian Solar is recognized as one of the largest solar technology companies globally, having delivered over 63 GW of solar modules and developed 6.2 GW of projects across 20 countries since 2010.

Canadian Solar Inc. (CSIQ) announced that its subsidiary, Recurrent Energy, has finalized a purchase agreement with Appalachian Power for the 150 MWac Firefly Energy solar project in Virginia. This project will be Appalachian Power's largest solar acquisition and aims to support clean energy goals mandated by the Virginia Clean Economy Act. Construction is anticipated to commence in early 2023, with commercial operation expected in 2024. The project will generate $2.25 million in upfront payments to Pittsylvania County and provide long-term revenue for local services.

On December 14, 2021, Canadian Solar (NASDAQ: CSIQ) announced the sale of its 635 MWp Jaíba V solar project in Brazil to VTRM. This project, located in Minas Gerais, will begin construction in 2022 and aims for commercial operation by 2023, generating clean electricity for over 500,000 households. Approximately 40% of Jaíba V's capacity is secured via long-term power purchase agreements. This sale brings Canadian Solar's total monetized capacity in Brazil to 1.6 GWp, as the company continues to expand its leadership in Latin America.

Canadian Solar (NASDAQ: CSIQ) announced that its majority-owned subsidiary, CSI Solar, received approval from the STAR Market of the Shanghai Stock Exchange for its proposed initial public offering. This approval allows CSI Solar to proceed to the registration process with the China Securities Regulatory Commission. The listing will enable Canadian Solar to raise growth capital while remaining the majority shareholder of CSI Solar. Additionally, the company has completed the transfer of its China Energy business to avoid competition with CSI Solar.

Canadian Solar (NASDAQ: CSIQ) has successfully issued €30 million in green bonds due December 2026 to support its solar and battery storage projects in EMEA. The bonds, part of a €100 million program, carry a coupon rate of 4.0% and were sold to non-U.S. investors. This issuance aims to enhance Canadian Solar's portfolio, currently comprising 4.6 GW of solar PV and 2.0 GWh of battery storage. The company plans to potentially raise additional funds within the next year based on market conditions.