Solar Cell Prices Hold Steady in Quiet Market
In a new weekly update for <b>pv magazine</b>, OPIS, a Dow Jones company, provides a quick look at the main
PV Magazine International 7:16 am on June 7, 2024
The PV Magazine reported that solar cell prices remained stable amidst quiet market conditions, with wafer prices reaching an all-time low but manufacturers unable to capitalize due to cash flow issues. OPI's weekly update highlighted flat FOB China Mono PERC M10 and G12 prices as well as a slight drop in TOPCon cell prices, forecasting more pressure on prices with potential module rate cuts.
- Price Stability: Despite market uncertainty, solar cell prices showed stability.
- Wafer Price Plunge: Wafer prices hit a record low yet manufacturers couldn't fully utilize the advantage due to financial constraints.
- OPI Market Assessment: OPI noted consistent pricing for specific solar cell types and anticipates further price reduction pressure.
- Module Production Cutbacks Expected: Module manufacturers might reduce operations, reducing demand for cells in the next month.
https://www.pv-magazine.com/2024/06/07/solar-cell-prices-hold-steady-in-quiet-market/