Critical tax subsidies that have made solar energy economical in the U.S. look like they are on their last legs, and that's sending solar energy stocks lower in 2025. But the drop may continue as the companies involved face the reality of a much smaller solar market.
*Stock prices used were end-of-day prices of June 17, 2025. The video was published on June 19, 2025.
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