/ CORRECTION - Five Star Equities

NEW YORK, NY -- (Marketwired) -- 04/03/13 -- In the news release, "U.S. Solar Industry Market Increases 34% to $11.5 Billion in 2012," issued Thursday, March 28, 2013 by Five Star Equities, we are advised by the company that the first paragraph should read "The U.S. Solar Industry has experienced a resurgence over the past year as newly-imposed import tariffs on Chinese solar cells have helped companies better compete with their Chinese competitors. Five Star Equities examines the outlook for companies in the Solar Industry and provides equity research on SolarCity Corp. (NASDAQ: SCTY) and MEMC Electronic Materials, Inc. (NYSE: WFR)." rather than "The U.S. Solar Industry has experienced a resurgence over the past year as newly-imposed import tariffs on Chinese solar cells have helped companies compete with their Chinese competitors. According to the Solar Energy Industries Association the U.S. solar industry market increased to $11.5 billion, a year-over-year increase of 34 percent. Five Star Equities examines the outlook for companies in the Solar Industry and provides equity research on SolarCity Corp. (NASDAQ: SCTY) and MEMC Electronic Materials, Inc. (NYSE: WFR)." as originally issued. That the third paragraph should read "In 2013, the global solar-energy industry is forecasted to experience an approximate 14 percent growth in new generation capacity, which was the mean estimate of seven analysts surveyed by Bloomberg. The expected growth this year is a sharp increase from the 4.4 percent growth experienced in 2012." rather than "In 2012, the U.S. installed a record 3,313 megawatts (MW) of solar photovoltaics (PV). At the end of 2012 the U.S. contained 7,221 MW of PV and 546 MW of concentrating solar power, which is enough to power approximately 1.2 million homes." as originally issued. And that the fourth paragraph should read "'Solar demand is proving very resilient and will keep growing this year even as European markets slump,' said Jenny Chase, a Bloomberg New Energy Finance solar analyst. 'A further increase in installations driven by record- low prices, however, won't do much to help manufacturers' margins.'" rather than "'There were 16 million solar panels installed in the U.S. last year -- more than 2 panels per second of the work day -- and every one of these panels was bolted down by a member of the U.S. workforce,' said Rhone Resch, president and CEO of SEIA. 'We've brought more new solar online in 2012 than in the three prior years combined.'" as originally issued. Complete corrected text follows.

U.S. Solar Industry Market Increases 34% to $11.5 Billion in 2012

Five Star Equities Provides Stock Research on SolarCity and MEMC Electronic Material

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwired - March 28, 2013) - The U.S. Solar Industry has experienced a resurgence over the past year as newly-imposed import tariffs on Chinese solar cells have helped companies better compete with their Chinese competitors. Five Star Equities examines the outlook for companies in the Solar Industry and provides equity research on SolarCity Corp. (NASDAQ: SCTY) and MEMC Electronic Materials, Inc. (NYSE: WFR).

Access to the full company reports can be found at:
www.FiveStarEquities.com/SCTY
www.FiveStarEquities.com/WFR

In 2013, the global solar-energy industry is forecasted to experience an approximate 14 percent growth in new generation capacity, which was the mean estimate of seven analysts surveyed by Bloomberg. The expected growth this year is a sharp increase from the 4.4 percent growth experienced in 2012.

"Solar demand is proving very resilient and will keep growing this year even as European markets slump," said Jenny Chase, a Bloomberg New Energy Finance solar analyst. "A further increase in installations driven by record- low prices, however, won't do much to help manufacturers' margins."

Five Star Equities releases regular market updates on the Solar Industry so investors can stay ahead of the crowd and make the best investment decisions to maximize their returns. Take a few minutes to register with us free at www.FiveStarEquities.com and get exclusive access to our numerous stock reports and industry newsletters.

SolarCity is engaged in the design, installation and sale or lease of solar energy systems to residential and commercial customers. During 2012, the company increased its customer base by more than 243 percent and surpassed $1 billion in solar energy systems deployed. Shares of SolarCity have gained nearly 60 percent year-to-date.

With R&D and manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, MEMC enables the next generation of high performance semiconductor devices and solar cells. Through its SunEdison subsidiary, MEMC is also a developer of solar power projects and a worldwide leader in solar energy services. The company has forecasted sales of 10-38 solar energy systems during the first quarter of 2013.

Five Star Equities provides Market Research focused on equities that offer growth opportunities, value, and strong potential return. We strive to provide the most up-to-date market activities. We constantly create research reports and newsletters for our members. Five Star Equities has not been compensated by any of the above-mentioned companies. We act as an independent research portal and are aware that all investment entails inherent risks. Please view the full disclaimer at:
www.FiveStarEquities.com/disclaimer

Add to Digg Bookmark with del.icio.us Add to Newsvine