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Solar Stocks: 2018 Has Been a Challenge

Solar Stocks: 2018 Has Been a Challenge

Overall, 2018 has been rough for solar stocks due to trade war tensions and policy uncertainties. President Trump announced tariffs on imported solar panels early in 2018 to boost US manufacturers. Shares of leading solar panel makers including First Solar (FSLR) and SunPower (SPWR) have fallen more than 40% in 2018.