Daqo New Energy Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

Daqo New Energy Corp. (NYSE: DQ) announced its 2022 share incentive plan aimed at attracting and retaining talent. The plan includes the issuance of 37,253,465 restricted share units (RSUs), representing about 10% of total outstanding shares. The RSUs were granted to key employees, directors, and officers as of August 10, 2022. The Company expects to incur approximately $263.4 million in non-cash share-based compensation expenses in Q3 2022, with $7.3 million monthly from October 2022 to September 2025. This move aligns with Daqo's strategy to strengthen its workforce in the competitive solar PV market.

Daqo New Energy (NYSE: DQ) reported strong Q2 2022 financial results, with revenues of $1,244.1 million and a net income of $627.8 million, reflecting a 17.2% increase from Q1 2022. Polysilicon production was 35,326 MT, while sales volume reached 37,545 MT. The gross profit rose to $946.9 million, yielding a gross margin of 76.1%. The average cash cost of production significantly decreased to $6.51/kg. The company announced an increased annual production guidance of 129,000-132,000 MT and a share repurchase program of $120 million to enhance shareholder value.

Daqo New Energy Corp. (NYSE: DQ) will release its unaudited financial results for Q2 2022 on August 3, 2022, before U.S. markets open. A conference call is scheduled for 8:00 AM Eastern Time on the same day, with details provided for participants. Daqo is known for producing high-purity polysilicon for the solar PV industry, possessing a total production capacity of 105,000 metric tons, and is recognized as one of the lowest-cost producers in the sector.

Daqo New Energy Corp. (NYSE: DQ) announced preliminary net profit estimates from its subsidiary, Xinjiang Daqo, for H1 2022, ranging from RMB 9.4 billion to RMB 9.6 billion, reflecting a significant increase of 335% to 344% compared to RMB 2.16 billion in H1 2021. The company had reported RMB 4.31 billion in net profit for Q1 2022. Notably, these figures are based on PRC GAAP and may change upon final reporting. Investors are advised to exercise caution as actual results could vary materially.

Daqo New Energy Corp. (NYSE: DQ) announced through its subsidiary Xinjiang Daqo that it has completed a private offering on the Shanghai Stock Exchange. The offering raised approximately RMB11 billion by issuing 212,396,215 shares, equivalent to 9.94% of total shares outstanding. The shares were priced at RMB51.79 each, allowing Daqo to maintain a significant ownership of 72.68% in Xinjiang Daqo post-offering. This strategic move aims to bolster the company's financial position within the solar PV industry.

Daqo New Energy Corp. (NYSE: DQ) announced that its subsidiary, Xinjiang Daqo, has received approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission for a private offering in China's A-share market. The company aims to raise up to RMB11 billion, with RMB8 billion earmarked for expanding polysilicon production by 100,000 metric tons in Baotou City, Inner Mongolia. The remaining funds will support working capital. This offering is contingent on market conditions and is valid until May 29, 2023.

Daqo New Energy Corp. (NYSE: DQ) has appointed Mr. Xiang Xu as the Vice Chairman of the board and Mr. Fei Ge as a new director, effective June 8, 2022. Xiang Xu has been a director since the company's IPO, while Fei Ge returns after a prior directorship until February 2013. Guangfu Xu, Chairman, expressed confidence in their leadership abilities to enhance the company's strategic planning and growth prospects. Daqo is a major supplier of high-purity polysilicon for the solar PV industry, with a production capacity of 105,000 metric tons, positioning it as a low-cost leader in the sector.

Daqo New Energy Corp. (NYSE: DQ), a leader in high-purity polysilicon for the solar PV industry, announced a US$120 million share repurchase program, effective from June 1, 2022 to May 31, 2023. The board authorized the repurchase of ordinary shares or American depositary shares in various transactions, without a commitment to acquire specific quantities at set times. This initiative aims to enhance shareholder value and adjust share terms based on ongoing assessments.

Daqo New Energy Corp. (NYSE: DQ) announced that its subsidiary, Xinjiang Daqo, received approval from the Shanghai Stock Exchange for a private offering in China’s A-share market. The company aims to raise up to RMB11 billion, with approximately RMB8 billion earmarked for a 100,000 metric ton polysilicon expansion project in Baotou City, Inner Mongolia. The remaining funds will support working capital needs. This initiative is pending market conditions and further approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission.