Whether the photovoltaic panel inventory is declining

Why is the solar PV industry struggling?

Marius Mordal Bakke, a senior supply chain analyst at Rystad Energy, emphasized his concerns about the declining prices of solar PV modules in the market and the challenges associated with destocking older modules, which were procured at higher costs. He underscored the necessity for the industry to adapt to shifting market dynamics.

Why are PV module prices falling in China?

Although raw material costs in China are slowly stabilizing again, PV module prices continue to decline, as inventory levels remain very high. For the fifth month in a row, module prices fell further by around 6% on average.

Is the photovoltaic industry poised for a transformation in 2023?

According to Zhang Sen, the industry is poised for a transformation due to the recurrent issue of oversupply. In 2023, prominent photovoltaic companies, including LONGi Solar, JA Solar, Jinko Solar, Trina Solar, and Tongwei, have unveiled their plans for expanding production.

Is China's photovoltaic industry poised for a transformation?

China's photovoltaic industry is undergoing a transformation due to the recurrent issue of oversupply as evidenced by plans from prominent companies like Longi Solar, JA Solar, Jinko Solar, Trina Solar, and Tongwei to expand production capacity.

Will solar module demand increase in 2024?

Although solar growth will slow from this year due to higher base period, grid issue, and localization trend, the market outlook remains positive as module prices plummeted, with module demand projecting to see an increase of 15-20% in 2024.

Why are module prices falling?

The ongoing decline in prices has led to an overall average reduction of 25% across all module technologies since the start of the year. Even as raw material costs in China stabilize, high inventories continue to drive down module prices. Manufacturers and wholesalers are grappling with recurring losses in their day-to-day operations.