TOYO Solar Welcomes President Trump's Section 232 Action to Accelerate American Solar Manufacturing

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TOYO (Nasdaq: TOYO, OTC: TOYWF), a solar manufacturing company, welcomed President Trump’s Section 232 proclamation addressing imports of polysilicon and downstream solar products, which includes measures intended to spur U.S. manufacturing investment. TOYO reaffirmed its commitment to expand its American manufacturing footprint.

According to TOYO, the company operates a 2GW module manufacturing facility in Houston and is investing $357 million in an advanced heterojunction (HJT) cell facility at its Texas solar campus. TOYO is also advancing plans for a phased U.S. solar supply chain buildout connecting American polysilicon with domestic wafer, cell, and module production, emphasizing a non-FEOC, auditable supply chain and engagement with the Department of Commerce.

Positive

• $357 million investment in advanced HJT cell facility at Texas campus
• 2GW existing module manufacturing capacity at Houston facility
• Public commitment to phased U.S. solar supply chain from polysilicon to modules
• Stated focus on auditable, non-FEOC supply chain for U.S. operations

Negative

• None.

Market Context

TOYO’s prior news record included a -2.4% reaction to Russell index inclusion and an 18.51% reaction...

Analysis

TOYO’s prior news record included a -2.4% reaction to Russell index inclusion and an 18.51% reaction to its CFO appointment. Against that mixed backdrop, the announcement’s investment plans warrant monitoring for execution and realized capacity.

Key Figures

Trade action: Section 232 Trade Expansion Act year: 1962 Texas facility investment: $357 million +1 more

4 metrics

Trade action Section 232 Trade Expansion Act of 1962

Trade Expansion Act year 1962 Statute cited in the proclamation

Texas facility investment $357 million Advanced HJT cell facility investment

Houston module capacity 2GW Existing module manufacturing facility

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jul 28 (Neutral)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Jul 28	Corporate presentation	Neutral	-4.0%	Webull webinar covered corporate overview, U.S. strategy, and recent business performance
Jul 21	Tax credit update	Positive	-4.4%	U.S. subsidiary expected eligibility for Section 45X production credits
Jul 09	Investor webcast	Neutral	+1.6%	Technical leaders presented solar applications in space at Citi webcast
Jul 01	Leadership appointment	Positive	+18.5%	Yasunari Harada became CFO and director effective July 1
Jun 29	Index inclusion	Positive	-2.4%	TOYO joined Russell 3000 and Russell Microcap indexes

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent history showed negative 24-hour reactions to four of five news items, with the CFO appointment the exception at +18.51%.

Key Terms

section 232, heterojunction, polysilicon

3 terms

section 232 regulatory

"proclamation issued by President Trump under Section 232"

A provision of U.S. trade law that lets the government review whether certain imports threaten national security and, if they do, impose measures such as tariffs, quotas or restrictions. For investors, it matters because these actions can suddenly raise costs, disrupt supply chains, or shield domestic producers—like a safety valve that can change competitive dynamics and profit outlooks for companies tied to affected imports.

heterojunction technical

"investing $357 million in an advanced heterojunction (HJT) cell facility"

A heterojunction is the boundary formed where two different semiconductor materials meet within an electronic device, creating a change in electrical properties at that interface. Like joining two kinds of fabric in a garment to get different stretch or insulation where they meet, the heterojunction controls how charges move, recombine, or are confined, which directly affects a device’s efficiency, speed, and manufacturing complexity—key factors for valuing technology and production prospects.

polysilicon technical

"imports of polysilicon and downstream solar products"

Polysilicon is a high-purity form of silicon used as the basic raw material to make solar panels and semiconductor components; think of it as the refined steel that carmakers use. It matters to investors because its availability, production cost and price affect the profitability and supply chains of large industries like solar power and electronics, so changes in polysilicon supply or cost can move company margins and stock valuations.

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TOKYO, Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TOYO Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: TOYO; OTC: TOYWF) ("TOYO" or the "Company"), a solar manufacturing company, today welcomed the proclamation issued by President Trump under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 addressing imports of polysilicon and downstream solar products, including provisions intended to encourage domestic manufacturing investment. TOYO reaffirmed its commitment to expanding solar manufacturing in the United States.

"TOYO welcomes President Trump's action under Section 232 and is committed to supporting the Administration's objectives through substantial, long-term investment in the United States," said Takahiko Onozuka, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of TOYO. "As a Japanese-headquartered company with an established American manufacturing presence, we operate a 2GW module manufacturing facility in Houston and are investing $357 million in an advanced heterojunction (HJT) cell facility at our Texas solar manufacturing campus. In addition, we are advancing plans for a phased buildout of a U.S. solar manufacturing supply chain that would connect American polysilicon with domestic wafer, cell, and module manufacturing.

"The proclamation reflects the Administration's leadership in making national security, American energy dominance, and domestic manufacturing central to U.S. solar policy," said Rhone Resch, Chief Strategy Officer of TOYO. "It recognizes that the United States must develop commercially scaled production of polysilicon, ingots, wafers, and cells to reduce its dependence on China and other foreign entities of concern."

"The proclamation's onshoring provisions send an important signal that companies serving the American market should invest in American facilities, employ American workers, and help build secure domestic supply chains," Resch continued. "By linking favorable tariff treatment to verifiable U.S. investment, construction, and production commitments, the framework can mobilize private capital and accelerate the development of strategically important manufacturing capacity."

"TOYO looks forward to engaging with the Department of Commerce on an integrated manufacturing plan that brings together our existing U.S. operations, advanced HJT technology, use of American polysilicon, auditable non-FEOC supply chain, and, our planned investments across the U.S. solar manufacturing supply chain" Resch added. "During the buildout, transitional cell production from TOYO's non-FEOC supply chain can help sustain American module manufacturing, protect U.S. jobs, and provide the operating continuity necessary to finance and execute our domestic expansion."

"We believe this strategy aligns TOYO's long-term growth with the Administration's objective of establishing a secure and competitive American solar industry, while maintaining the capital discipline and operational flexibility necessary to create lasting value for our shareholders, customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate."

About TOYO Co., Ltd.

TOYO is a solar manufacturing company that is committed to becoming a vertically integrated solar manufacturer in the global market, integrating the upstream production of wafers and silicon, midstream production of solar cells, downstream production of photovoltaic modules, and potentially other stages of the solar power supply chain. TOYO is well-positioned to produce high-quality solar cells and modules at a competitive scale and cost.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements may be identified by words such as "estimate," "plan," "forecast," "intend," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "believe," "target," "commit," or similar expressions. They include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the anticipated effects of the Section 232 proclamation and its onshoring provisions; TOYO's plans to invest in and expand U.S. manufacturing, including the Texas cell facility and planned ingot, wafer, and cell production; TOYO's intent to engage with the U.S. Department of Commerce regarding an integrated manufacturing plan and transitional cell supply; the availability of favorable tariff treatment, offsets, financing, and partners; and TOYO's U.S. manufacturing and supply chain strategy. These statements are based on management's current expectations and assumptions and are not predictions of actual performance.

These statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially, including the final terms, scope, timing, and implementation of the proclamation and any related programs; the outcome and timing of any engagement with the U.S. Department of Commerce, as to which no assurance can be given that any offset, exemption, or company-specific arrangement will be obtained on acceptable terms or at all; TOYO's ability to obtain financing and partners for planned facilities on acceptable terms; construction, permitting, supply chain, and execution risks; the pending antidumping and countervailing duty circumvention proceeding; changes in trade, tax, energy, and other laws, regulations, and government policy; market demand and pricing for solar products; and other risks described in TOYO's filings with and submissions to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release, and, except as required by law, TOYO undertakes no duty to update these statements.

Contact Information
For TOYO Co., Ltd.
Crocker Coulson
crocker.coulson@aumadvisors.com
Tel: (646) 652-7185

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FAQ

What Section 232 action is TOYO (TOYO, TOYWF) supporting in its August 7, 2026 announcement?

TOYO supports President Trump’s Section 232 proclamation on polysilicon and downstream solar products. According to TOYO, the action includes provisions designed to encourage domestic solar manufacturing investment and links favorable tariff treatment to verifiable U.S. investment, construction, and production commitments.

How much is TOYO (TOYO, TOYWF) investing in its Texas HJT solar cell facility?

TOYO is investing $357 million in an advanced heterojunction (HJT) cell facility at its Texas solar campus. According to TOYO, this investment is part of a broader integrated U.S. manufacturing plan tied to American polysilicon and domestic supply chain development.

What existing U.S. solar manufacturing capacity does TOYO (TOYO, TOYWF) operate as of August 2026?

TOYO operates a 2GW solar module manufacturing facility in Houston. According to TOYO, this established American manufacturing presence is the foundation for its planned HJT cell facility and phased buildout of a broader U.S. solar manufacturing supply chain.

How does TOYO’s U.S. solar strategy align with American energy and national security goals?

TOYO says its strategy aligns with U.S. goals for national security, energy dominance, and domestic manufacturing. According to TOYO, its plan emphasizes American polysilicon, domestic production of wafers, cells, and modules, and an auditable non-FEOC supply chain serving the U.S. market.

What does TOYO’s U.S. manufacturing expansion mean for TOYO (TOYO, TOYWF) shareholders?

TOYO believes its integrated U.S. manufacturing plan supports long-term growth while maintaining capital discipline and operational flexibility. According to TOYO, the strategy aims to create lasting value for shareholders, customers, employees, and local communities through expanded American solar manufacturing capacity.

How will TOYO’s non-FEOC supply chain support U.S. solar manufacturing during its buildout?

TOYO plans to use transitional cell production from its non-FEOC supply chain during the U.S. buildout. According to TOYO, this is intended to sustain American module manufacturing, protect U.S. jobs, and provide operating continuity while domestic capacity is financed and constructed.