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New US solar tariffs on Southeast Asia to raise prices, cut profit margins
U.S. expands solar tariffs to Southeast Asian imports, pressuring costs but spurring domestic production, analysts say.
US sets tariffs for solar panels from Southeast Asian nations
U.S. Commerce Dept. proposes new tariffs on solar imports from SE Asia, targeting dumping by Chinese firms. Final ruling: 2025.
Clean energy could create millions of tons of waste in India. Some are working to avoid that
India currently imports over 95% of lithium-ion batteries as well as large amounts of nickel, cobalt and other rare earth minerals.
First Solar says several large rivals are infringing on patents
First Solar claims patent infringements by rivals, notifying Canadian Solar, JA Solar, Longi, Jinko, and Trina via attorney letters.
First Solar lowers annual sales forecast, posts rise in Q3 profit
First Solar cuts its 2024 sales forecast to $4.10–$4.25 despite a 16.6 per cent Q3 profit rise, aided by Biden's tariffs on imports.
US sets preliminary new duties on solar imports from Southeast Asia
The U.S. imposes anti-subsidy tariffs on Southeast Asian solar imports, with rates ranging from 0.14 per cent to 3293.61 per cent.
