Daqo New Energy Corp. is downgraded to Hold due to prolonged industry overcapacity and delayed recovery in polysilicon pricing. DQ's Q1 revenues fell 78.5% YoY, with a net loss of $88.4M, as the company halted sales to avoid selling below cost. The DQ balance sheet remains robust, with $1.87B in liquidity and no debt, supporting DQ's long-term survival through the downturn.
Daqo New Energy Corp. (DQ) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Daqo New Energy (DQ) came out with a quarterly loss of $1.31 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.13. This compares to a loss of $1.07 per share a year ago.
| Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment Industry | Information Technology Sector | Xiang Xu CEO | XDUS Exchange | US23703Q2030 ISIN |
| CN Country | 4,749 Employees | - Last Dividend | 17 Nov 2020 Last Split | 7 Oct 2010 IPO Date |
Daqo New Energy Corp., established in 2006 and headquartered in Shanghai, China, specializes in manufacturing and selling polysilicon to manufacturers of photovoltaic products within the People's Republic of China. Initially named Mega Stand International Limited, the company underwent a name change to Daqo New Energy Corp. in August 2009. It plays a crucial role in the solar power solutions sector by supplying essential materials for the production of ingots, wafers, cells, and modules. Daqo's position in the supply chain underscores its importance in supporting the photovoltaic industry's growth and sustainability in China.
Daqo New Energy Corp. offers a focused portfolio of products vital for the photovoltaic industry: