TAN - Sitting On The Fence: Which Way Will The Solar Panel Industry Turn?

2024-05-30 08:35:00 ET

Summary

• The solar panel industry has recently faced a troubling surge in bankruptcies, undermining the sector's once-robust growth prospects.
• Frequent and unpredictable shifts in government policies, as politicians vacillate on their green commitments, expose solar companies to heightened market volatility and financial uncertainty.
• To clear these dark clouds, we expect surviving companies to adopt more resilient business models and embrace technologies that enhance cost efficiency and performance.

Introduction

The solar panel industry has recently faced a troubling surge in bankruptcies, undermining the sector's once-robust growth prospects. Solar panels, once a pricey investment, have seen their prices drop to the extent that they are now sometimes being used to construct garden fences. They are inexpensive enough that the loss in efficiency from being arranged vertically is not a concern, making the ultimate green credential more affordable – and ironic - than ever....

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