What are Michael J. Ahearn’s direct share holdings in First Solar after this filing?

After the reported grant, Ahearn’s direct holdings total 66,057 shares of First Solar common stock. This figure reflects shares he holds in his own name, separate from any indirect ownership through trusts or other entities.

Was the 313-share transaction in FSLR an open-market purchase or a grant?

The 313-share transaction was a grant, not an open-market purchase. The transaction code is "A" for a grant or award, and a footnote clarifies it is quarterly equity compensation for non-associate directors of First Solar.

First Solar (FSLR) director Ahearn awarded 313-share grant, updates holdings

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Form Type

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Ahearn Michael J reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.

FIRST SOLAR, INC. director Michael J. Ahearn reported routine equity compensation and updated holdings. He received a grant of 313 shares of common stock as quarterly equity compensation for non-associate directors, bringing his direct holdings to 66,057 shares. A separate entry shows 47,857 shares held indirectly by a trust, reflecting his additional indirect ownership position.

Insider Trade Summary

2 transactions reported

Mixed 2 txns

Insider Ahearn Michael J

Role null

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Grant/Award	Common Stock	313	$0.00	--
holding	Common Stock	--	--	--

Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 66,057 shares (Direct, null); Common Stock — 47,857 shares (Indirect, By Trust)

Footnotes (1)

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Key Figures

Equity grant: 313 shares Direct holdings after grant: 66,057 shares Indirect holdings by trust: 47,857 shares +1 more

4 metrics

Equity grant 313 shares Quarterly equity compensation grant to non-associate director

Direct holdings after grant 66,057 shares Common stock directly owned following 313-share award

Indirect holdings by trust 47,857 shares Common stock held indirectly by trust associated with Ahearn

Grant price per share $0.0000 per share Indicates non-cash equity award rather than market purchase

Key Terms

Common Stock, Grant, award, or other acquisition, By Trust, quarterly equity compensation

4 terms

Common Stock financial

"The shares granted represent the quarterly equity compensation paid to the Issuer's non-associate directors."

Common stock represents ownership shares in a company, giving investors a stake in its success and a say in important decisions through voting rights. It is the most common type of stock traded on markets and can provide income through dividends, as well as potential for value growth. For investors, holding common stock means sharing in the company’s profits and risks.

Grant, award, or other acquisition financial

"transaction_code_description: Grant, award, or other acquisition"

By Trust financial

"direct_or_indirect: I, nature_of_ownership: By Trust"

quarterly equity compensation financial

"The shares granted represent the quarterly equity compensation paid to the Issuer's non-associate directors."

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Form 4 Insider Transactions: What Each Field Means →

Available on EDGAR 07/01/2026 - 05:06 PM Accepted by SEC EDGAR 07/01/2026 - 05:06 PM

SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.

1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Ahearn Michael J

(Last)

(First)

(Middle)

C/O FIRST SOLAR, INC.

4300 E CAMELBACK ROAD, SUITE 220

(Street)

PHOENIX

ARIZONA

85018

(City)

(State)

(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
FIRST SOLAR, INC. [ FSLR ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

X	Director	10% Owner
	Officer (give title below)	Other (specify below)

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
06/30/2026

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price		6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
Common Stock	06/30/2026		A		313⁽¹⁾	A	$0	66,057	D
Common Stock								47,857	I	By Trust

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares	8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)		10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)

Explanation of Responses:

1. The shares granted represent the quarterly equity compensation paid to the Issuer's non-associate directors.

	/s/ Jason E. Dymbort, attorney-in-fact	07/01/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
Reminder: Report on a separate line for each class of securities beneficially owned directly or indirectly.
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did Michael J. Ahearn report in this Form 4 for FSLR?

Michael J. Ahearn reported receiving 313 shares of First Solar common stock as quarterly equity compensation. The filing also updates his direct and indirect share holdings, including shares held by a trust associated with him.

How many First Solar (FSLR) shares did Ahearn receive as compensation?

Ahearn received 313 shares of First Solar common stock as a grant. The footnote explains this represents quarterly equity compensation paid to the company’s non-associate directors, meaning it is part of standard board compensation, not an open-market purchase.

What indirect First Solar (FSLR) holdings are reported for Ahearn?

The filing shows 47,857 shares of First Solar common stock held indirectly "By Trust." This indicates a trust associated with Ahearn holds these shares, separate from the 66,057 shares he owns directly in his personal capacity.