GO
Help
All content in the ZeccoShare community is generated by its members and does not contain advice or recommendations on behalf of Zecco Holdings or Zecco Trading. More>>
Content Name: CommunityDisclaimerShortLeftNav
Preview Revision #:
Active Revision #:
Edit Content
Zecco.com » General Investing » Portfolio Building » Solar Energy
Last post 07-23-2009, 9:37 AM by dyerricki. 26 replies.
Page 1 of 2 (27 items)   1 2 Next >
Previous   Next
Content Name: ForumThreadInternal
Preview Revision #:
Active Revision #:
Edit Content

  •  09-22-2007, 7:09 PM 12652

    Solar Energy

    Reply Quote

    For a while now, everywhere I read has articles about Solar power and clean fuel. I wanted to search out investment opportunities (likely in the forms of stocks) to add to my portfolio.

    If anyone could point me in the right direction I would appreciate it. I'm looking for the producers, suppliers, and any areas of business that might be affected should the solar boom occur.

     

    Thanks everyone. This forum has always been a very informative read.

  •  09-23-2007, 11:43 PM 12689 in reply to 12652

    Re: Solar Energy

    Reply Quote
    http://www.zecco.com/forums/Solar-stocks-9540_1.aspx

    this was a discussion on the site on solar
    I have (tiny) holdings in:
    Tech: AKAM, AAPL, EMC, VMW
    Financial: BAC, ING
    Steel: MT

  •  09-29-2007, 12:13 AM 13038 in reply to 12652

    Re: Solar Energy

    Reply Quote
    ETFs also exist, which PBW being the heavist volume.  PBD and a few others also exist.  PBD is nice in that it gives exposure to international opportunities.  I have some money in PBW and have made a bit of profit on it so far.  That said, my friend managed to buy into trina just before it shot up 18%... 

    keep in mind that PBW is a "green" ETF, not specifically solar.  It also invests in wind and biomass energy sources.  The ETF is fairly volitile as well, as are the underlying securities.



    I would expect select construction companies specializing in PV installation would increase in value


    Under the assumption that solar energy takes off, there will be higher demand for batteries.  This will push the lead and/or nickle prices up, as well as increase demand for battery makers and recyclers.  Companies selling batteries and the core components will increase.  Because lead is concidered bad, expect high volatility when laws and regulations form over the widespread use of large lead batteries. 

    Power semi manufactures like IXYS and IRF might see some benefit if the solar market gets large enough.  The DC (battery) to AC (50/60hz) inverter will use power IGBTs.

    Companies like Xantrex (canadian stock) should fare well, as they make power conversion systems for both residential and commercial/industrial applications.

    The material of choice is still up in the air for solar panels.  Some of the high efficiency materials are esoteric and hard to produce.  Cheaper methods give lower efficiency parts.  eventually, one would expect a low-cost, adequete efficiency solution to emerge, but it hasn't just yet. 

    as always, these other sector companies have large markets and the solar boom may not be a huge impact on them.

  •  10-08-2007, 2:59 AM 15028 in reply to 12652

    Re: Solar Energy

    Reply Quote
    Solar and alternative fuels hold great promise but it resides heavily in the powers that be. Currently the Bush administration supports virtually no subsizing of solar, and most alternative fuels. They are heavily in favor of Ethanol. California is investing heavily into Solar and alternatives though. The problem is the vast amount of money it takes to bring up a industry like that into gear. You simply can't compete on a large scale with the traditional energy players. Bushes energy independence plan calls for a 100% increase in solar power by 2020. Well currently roughly 1% of Americas energy is from Solar. A 100% increase is 2%..lol. Contrast that with 100 coal firing plants that are planned, and being built around that country. Then over 50 billion dollars in Federal grant money involving Ethanol which is not the most sound choice for alternative energy. If we continue to get a Administration, Congress, and Senate that does nothing but pay lip service to alternate energy then where the industry is at is where it will stay.

  •  10-09-2007, 12:00 AM 15113 in reply to 15028

    Alternative Energy

    Reply Quote
    While I love Canadia Oil Trusts like HTE, PGH, PWE with impressive 15% dividends...

    The new wave of the future car will be electric...

    Check out the Telsa Motors Roadster, a pretty sweet vehicle!
        - Unfortunately, there is no public stock for this company at this time.

    However, another electric vehicle company ZAP, does trade under the ZAAP.OB symbol at ~$1. Might be a great stock with future potential. At least check the news of how the company has partnered in China!
    KCOM2006

  •  10-22-2007, 10:00 AM 16346 in reply to 12652

    Re: Solar Energy

    Reply Quote

    check out wwat.ob or in zecco it is wwat

    Clark

  •  10-23-2007, 8:12 AM 16428 in reply to 15028

    Re: Solar Energy

    Reply Quote

    I agree with you entirely.  Ethanol is not the answer for alternative fuel, based on the cost factor. Switching to solar completely is quite doubtful.  Conservation can be an answer to the fast depleting resources and energy independence.  But I also accept the fact that we need to develop on the other alternative sources, like solar and wind. 

    PBD seems to be making news for the right reason, but it cannot be classified under Solar though as basically into 'clean Energy'.

     

    http://www.marketsimplified.com/technical/index/PBW/365/1?category=simple

  •  10-23-2007, 11:44 AM 16435 in reply to 16428

    Re: Solar Energy

    Reply Quote
    Pick up a copy of the Clean Tech Revolution by Ron Pernick and Clint Wilder. A good primer on solar and other alternative fuels. It is subtitled "the next big growth and investment opportunity>"  It list and discusses many of the public companies in this sector.

  •  10-25-2007, 6:48 PM 16655 in reply to 12652

    Re: Solar Energy

    Reply Quote

    These are the solor stocks I've been watching closely and have invested in a few.

     

    Akeena Solar, Inc. AKNS 8.34 0.44 5.57 124,264 8.45 7.91 8.00 USD Trade
    Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. ASTI 17.80 0.82 4.83 598,406 18.14 16.79 17.00 USD Trade
    First Solar, Inc. FSLR 152.45 4.07 2.74 4,354,216 156.00 146.09 149.11 USD Trade
    JA Solar Holdings, Co., Ltd. ADS JASO 55.44 0.11 0.20 2,997,154 58.64 55.05 56.40 USD Trade
    LDK Solar Co., Ltd. American... LDK 37.20 0.84 2.31 3,387,900 38.39 36.02 37.55 USD Trade
    SunPower Corporation Class A SPWR 109.25 -3.75 -3.32 2,655,790 112.00 103.78 110.95 USD Trade
    Yingli Green Energy Holding ... YGE 31.76

    Daniel Jaquez
    MrDanielJaquez@aol.com
    630-330-2551

  •  10-26-2007, 5:09 AM 16695 in reply to 12652

    Re: Solar Energy

    Reply Quote

    Silicon supply side has been interesting lately with LDK inventory, STP new low cost supply and big WFR contracts.  EMKR looks good for concentrated solar plants.

  •  10-27-2007, 2:10 AM 16771 in reply to 12652

    Re: Solar Energy

    Reply Quote
    Check out http://solarbuzz.com/, which is a portal to the world of solar energy.

  •  10-27-2007, 11:14 AM 16794 in reply to 12652

    Re: Solar Energy

    Reply Quote

    just a quick note: ive found success in  LDK

  •  10-27-2007, 11:44 AM 16795 in reply to 16794

    Re: Solar Energy

    Reply Quote
    The stock just plummeted 30 points!! success?? maybe if your swing trading...

  •  10-27-2007, 10:19 PM 16820 in reply to 12652

    Re: Solar Energy

    Reply Quote
    I like 2 solar stocks. LDK,  and JASO.  Picking a certain stock is a personal choice, but do some homework on both of these before buying.  JASO has a higher P/E (near 70), but the market has been running with it. I believe they come out with their earnings report on Nov. 9., so watch that closely.  Good Luck and hope you make some money.

  •  10-27-2007, 10:34 PM 16822 in reply to 12652

    Re: Solar Energy

    Reply Quote
    Solar and Wind power seems to be a lots more popular in Canada, China, and Europe, than in the US. You might want to consider companies outside the US (I have had good results with JASO and STP for solar. I put a little bit of money into AAERF and AWNE (both Canadian wind power companies. So far they've produced negative returns, but I plan to hold onto them for a while to see what happens).
Page 1 of 2 (27 items)   1 2 Next >
Content Name: StandardBottom
Preview Revision #:
Active Revision #:
Edit Content
 


ZeccoShare is currently in Beta mode. In case you wish to provide feedback, please post it in the ZeccoShare Forum.

ZeccoShare provides a confined and secured environment. The information you share (e.g. profile, holdings, trades, performance) is only displayed to other Zecco members. Guest (i.e. not signed in) are not able to see any individual member information. Guests will only be able to see anonymous, aggregated community data.

Zecco members marked with a ‘Zecco Associate’ medal are employees of Zecco.com. They are not registered representatives of any broker/dealer, and are not registered with any national securities exchange. All information displayed and all posts made by these users are their personal information and opinion, and not the opinion or information of Zecco.com. Zecco.com is not a broker/dealer, has no access to material non-public information about publicly traded companies, and does not make any recommendations regarding the purchase or sale of any security.

All content in the ZeccoShare community is provided for educational and informational purposes only, does not constitute a recommendation to enter in any securities transactions or to engage in any of the investment strategies presented in such content, and does not represent the opinions of Zecco Holdings or its employees. Your use of the ZeccoShare Community is conditioned to your acceptance of all Disclosures and Terms of Service.
Close [X]
Content Name: CommunityDisclaimerLong
Preview Revision #:
Active Revision #:
Edit Content

More details about online investing and trading stocks with Zecco Trading:


Zecco Trading has reconstructed the mold of options trading and stock trading online, making it easier than ever for you to get smart and act smart with your money. Need to sell stock or buy stock online, interested in penny stocks? At Zecco Trading, get 10 free stock trades every month when you maintain a $25,000 balance or execute 25 trades each month. Otherwise it's just $4.50 per trade. Free Online Stock Trading Details. Where else will you find a discount broker who looks out for your best interest by providing you free online stock trading and a community of investors to share ideas with?

The ZeccoShare Community is a great complement to Zecco Trading. With ZeccoShare you can learn online about stock trading and get advice on stock trades and options trades from people who invest like you and who have similar risk tolerance. Who says online investing is complex? It doesn't have to be. With ZeccoShare you'll be able to ask questions, contribute investing ideas, share your investment portfolio (but not any dollar amounts), share your stock trades or options trades and your investing performance to help everyone learn to be a better investor.

Read our education section for information on How to Trade Options.

Terms of Service - Privacy Policy


Zecco.com is a financial portal of Zecco Holdings, Inc., which also provides access to Zecco Trading, Inc.'s and Zecco Forex, Inc.'s trading service. Zecco Holdings, inc. is not a securities broker/dealer. All securities and investments are offered to self-directed investors by Zecco Trading, Inc. Member FINRA /SIPC. Foreign exchange trading is offered to self-directed investors by Zecco Forex, Inc. Zecco Forex, Inc. and Zecco Trading, Inc. are affiliated but separate companies. More information is located on the disclosures page.

At Zecco Trading, get 10 free stock trades every month when you maintain a $25,000 balance or execute 25 trades each month. Otherwise it's just $4.50 per trade. Free Online Stock Trading Details. Options trades are $4.50 plus $.50 per contract. Only the first account of any account type is eligible for the Zecco Trading, Free Trading program. Any multiple accounts of the same type with the same registration are not eligible for the free trading program. Free Trading Program is only available through Zecco.com. $0 minimum to open cash and IRA accounts.

* Margin accounts require a $2,000 minimum balance for opening and trading on margin. Margin trading involves risks and is not suitable for all accounts.

Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. Please read Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options.

Multiple leg options strategies involve additional risks and multiple commissions, and may result in complex tax treatments. Please read Spread Trading Disclosure.

Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses of a mutual fund or ETF carefully before investing. A mutual fund/ETF's prospectus contains this and other information, and should be read carefully before investing.

Forex trading involves significant risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. Increasing leverage increases risk. Before deciding to trade forex, you should carefully consider your financial objectives, level of experience and risk appetite. Any opinions, news, research, analyses, prices or other information contained does not constitute investment advice. Read full disclosure.

System response and access times may vary due to market conditions, system performance, and other factors.

The content of Zecco Holdings, Inc.'s, Zecco Trading, Inc.'s, and Zecco Forex, Inc.'s websites, including research, tools and securities symbols, is for educational and informational purposes and should not be intended as a recommendation or solicitation to engage in any particular securities transaction or investment strategy. You alone are responsible for evaluating the benefits and risks associated with the use of our services or products and to decide which securities and strategies better suit your financial situation and goals, risk profile, etc. The projections regarding the probability of investment outcomes are hypothetical and not guaranteed for accuracy or completeness. They do not reflect actual investment outcomes and are not guarantees of future results. Projections and tools' calculations do not take into consideration commissions, margin interest and other costs that will impact investment outcomes. All investments involve risk. Losses may exceed the principal invested. Past performance of a security, market, or financial product does not guarantee future results. Neither Zecco Holdings, Inc., Zecco Trading, Inc., nor Zecco Forex, Inc. offers any tax, legal or financial advice. Content on these websites may be out of date or time-sensitive. Content is subject to change or removal without notice.

No consideration was paid for any testimonials displayed on this website. Your experience may vary, and the testimonials are no guarantee of future performance or success. Zecco Holdings, Inc., Zecco Trading, Inc., Zecco Forex, Inc. and their independent providers are not liable for any errors, incompleteness, or delays, or for any actions taken in reliance upon information contained herein. By accessing our websites, you agree not to redistribute the information found therein.

Market Data Copyright © QuoteMedia. Data delayed 15 to 20 minutes unless otherwise indicated. RT = Realtime, EOD = End Of Day, PD = Previous Day. Powered by QuoteMedia. Terms of Use.

© 2006-2009 Zecco Holdings, Inc., Zecco Trading, Inc., Member FINRA /SIPC, Zecco Forex, Inc. All rights reserved.