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SunPower Inc. reports developments as a solar technology, services, and installation company focused on residential solar in North America. Company updates commonly address solar-system installation activity, battery storage and home energy management, the New Homes, Multifamily and Light Commercial businesses, dealer and sales-channel coverage, and integration of acquired solar sales and installation operations.
Recurring announcements also cover financing actions, debt reduction, convertible securities, annual-report filing items, leadership changes, equity inducement grants and investor-conference presentations. SunPower has described its digital platform and installation services as supporting homeowners and other customers adopting more energy-efficient systems.
SunPower (NASDAQ: SPWR) is expanding its SunPower Residential Installation (SPRI) program to seven new markets across six states by the end of Q2 2021. This initiative allows local companies to enter the solar industry without substantial upfront costs, as SunPower will handle installation and customer service. The SPRI will launch in Tucson, Fresno, Orlando, and Ft. Lauderdale, with plans for Denver, Raleigh, and the DC Metro Area later this year. Additionally, SunPower aims to hire over 300 technicians and double installations, enhancing its response to growing solar demand.
SunPower Corp. (NASDAQ:SPWR) announced the closure of its Hillsboro manufacturing plant in Oregon, impacting approximately 170 employees. The decision follows a shift in focus after the August 2020 spin-off of Maxeon Solar Technologies, which now handles international panel manufacturing. SunPower aims to enhance its solar and battery storage services in the U.S. and Canada. The company intends to wind down operations by March 2021, providing affected employees with severance packages and job placement assistance. Future options for the facility may include selling or forming joint ventures.
SunPower Corporation (NASDAQ:SPWR) announced the expiration of its cash tender offer for all outstanding 0.875% Convertible Senior Debentures due 2021. The offer expired on December 22, 2020, with approximately 79.23% of the Convertible Debentures, totaling $238.9 million, validly tendered. SunPower will pay around $239.1 million on December 24, 2020, for the tendered Debentures, leaving $62.6 million still outstanding. The company plans to repay any remaining Debentures with available cash.
SunPower Corp. (NASDAQ:SPWR) announced that CEO Thomas Werner will speak at the BofA Securities Renewables Symposium on December 3, 2020, at 12:00 p.m. EST. This virtual event will be accessible via webcast on SunPower's official website. SunPower, based in Silicon Valley, California, is a leading provider of solar technology and energy services, specializing in solar + storage solutions that offer customers control over energy use and cost savings. For more details, visit www.sunpower.com.
SunPower Corporation (NASDAQ:SPWR) announced a tender offer to purchase all of its outstanding 0.875% Convertible Senior Debentures due 2021, totaling $301.58 million. The offer, effective immediately, will pay $1,000 for each $1,000 principal amount of debentures tendered, plus accrued interest. The offer expires at midnight on December 22, 2020. Total SE, a majority owner of SunPower, holds $193.56 million of these debentures and plans to participate. The company will use cash on hand and proceeds from selling shares in Enphase Energy to fund the purchase.
SunPower Corp. (NASDAQ:SPWR) reported strong third-quarter results for 2020, highlighting a successful spin-off of Maxeon Solar Technologies and exceeding revenue and adjusted EBITDA guidance. Key financial metrics included GAAP revenue of $274.8 million and a net income of $109.5 million. The company ended the quarter with $325 million in cash and significant demand for its products, particularly the SunVault residential storage system. Expectations for fourth-quarter revenue range from $330 to $370 million, bolstered by a growing backlog.
SunPower Corp. (NASDAQ:SPWR) will share its third-quarter 2020 financial results on a conference call scheduled for October 28, 2020, at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time. Interested parties can participate by calling (877) 371-5747 and using the passcode 'SunPower'. A live webcast will also be available on SunPower's official investors' website starting from 1:05 p.m. Pacific Time the same day. The earnings press release and supplemental financial data will be published on the website prior to the call.
SunPower (NASDAQ:SPWR) announced adjustments to the conversion rates for its Senior Convertible Debentures. Effective September 11, 2020, the conversion rate for the 2021 Debentures is now 25.1388 shares per $1,000 principal, translating to a conversion price of $39.78. For the 2023 Debentures, the new rate is 40.1552 shares per $1,000 principal, equivalent to a conversion price of $24.90. These changes reflect an increase from previous rates, aligning with the terms of the indentures governing the Debentures.
SunPower (NASDAQ:SPWR) issued its financial guidance for Q4 2020 and fiscal year 2020 post the Maxeon Solar spin-off. For Q4 2020, GAAP revenue is projected at $330 to $370 million, with net income between $0 and $10 million. Adjusted EBITDA is estimated at $20 to $30 million. For the entire fiscal year, GAAP revenues are expected between $1.06 and $1.10 billion, and net income to be from $30 to $40 million. The company will discuss these metrics during its virtual Capital Markets event on Sept. 10, 2020.
SunPower Corp. (NASDAQ:SPWR) introduced new low-APR loans for U.S. residential solar customers, aiming to enhance accessibility to solar energy. With rates as low as 0.99% APR, homeowners can secure affordable financing, allowing them to invest in solar systems for under $100 monthly. The company reported a 50% increase in customer-requested consultations in Q3 2020 compared to 2019. This initiative is aligned with the growing trend of customer ownership in solar installations and supports SunPower's objective of becoming a leading energy services provider in North America.