Group 1 - The U.S. Senate passed President Trump's latest tax and spending bill, which removed consumption taxes on wind and solar projects, leading to a significant rise in solar stocks [1] - Solar stocks such as Shoals Technologies (SHLS.US) increased nearly 24%, Array Technologies (ARRY.US) rose nearly 13%, and Sunrun (RUN.US) gained nearly 11% following the news [1] - The bill mandates a gradual phase-out of solar and wind tax credits starting in 2026, with a complete elimination by 2028, while nuclear tax credits will last until 2036 [1] Group 2 - The American Solar Industry Association expressed concerns that the bill undermines U.S. manufacturing recovery and energy leadership, potentially leading to higher electricity costs and job losses [2] - The bill passed the Senate with a narrow margin of 51 to 50 but faces challenges in the House due to concerns over its impact on the federal deficit, estimated to increase by at least $3 trillion over the next decade [2]

Group 1 - The latest political developments in Washington, D.C. have negatively impacted renewable energy stocks, particularly due to proposed new taxes on solar and wind segments [1][3] - AES Corporation experienced a nearly 2% decline in its shares, reflecting investor concerns over the new tax proposals, while the S&P 500 index closed 0.5% higher [2] - Republican senators introduced taxes for certain wind and solar projects in an effort to pass the controversial bill, which previously only aimed to advance the expiration dates of existing tax incentives [3][5] Group 2 - As of midafternoon Monday, discussions and votes on numerous amendments to the bill, including the proposed renewables taxes, were ongoing [5] - AES Corporation has diversified its energy portfolio, with 52% of its total deployed power assets in renewable energy, which may have mitigated the negative investor reaction [5][6] - The long-term concern for AES lies in the significant investments made in renewable solutions, as the proposed withdrawal of tax incentives could lead to substantial tax liabilities for its in-development projects [6][7]