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NuScale Power (SMR) Stock Price, News & Analysis

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$19.77 +0.76 (+4.00%)
(As of 12/20/2024 05:45 PM ET)

About NuScale Power Stock (NYSE:SMR)

Key Stats

Today's Range
$18.07
$20.48
50-Day Range
$13.61
$30.21
52-Week Range
$1.88
$32.30
Volume
9.65 million shs
Average Volume
6.57 million shs
Market Capitalization
$5.05 billion
P/E Ratio
N/A
Dividend Yield
N/A
Price Target
$10.39
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy

Company Overview

NuScale Power Corporation is a leading company in advanced small modular reactors (SMRs) for nuclear power generation. The company aims to provide safe, reliable, cost-effective nuclear energy solutions to meet the world's growing demand for clean and sustainable power. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, NuScale Power Corporation operates in various locations nationwide. It is at the forefront of developing innovative technologies that have the potential to transform the nuclear power industry.

NuScale Power Corporation specializes in designing, developing, and deploying small modular reactors. These compact, scalable, and highly efficient reactors offer several advantages over traditional large-scale reactors. The company's flagship product is the NuScale Power Module. This groundbreaking SMR design can generate up to 60 megawatts of electricity.

The NuScale Power Module features advanced passive safety systems, modular construction, and enhanced operational flexibility. It leverages natural circulation and passive cooling mechanisms, reducing the need for active systems and operator intervention during normal and abnormal conditions. This innovative design ensures safety, reliability, and improved economics for nuclear power plants.

NuScale Power Corporation primarily targets the global nuclear power industry. With the increasing demand for clean and sustainable energy sources, NuScale's SMRs offer a promising solution to meet the electricity needs of various regions. The company aims to partner with utilities, energy companies, and government entities to deploy its SMR technology worldwide.

Key customers of NuScale Power Corporation include major utility companies, energy developers, and government agencies interested in incorporating advanced nuclear power into their energy portfolios. The company has established strategic collaborations and partnerships with industry leaders to advance its technology and facilitate commercialization.

NuScale Power Corporation has achieved several notable milestones in its journey toward commercializing its SMR technology. In 2022, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completed its review of NuScale's Design Certification Application, marking a significant regulatory milestone for the company. This achievement demonstrated the viability and safety of NuScale's innovative SMR design.

Furthermore, NuScale Power Corporation secured contracts to deploy its SMR technology in various regions, including the United States, Canada, and Europe. These contracts showcase the growing interest and confidence in NuScale's SMR technology as a sustainable and reliable energy solution.

The leadership team at NuScale Power Corporation comprises seasoned professionals with extensive experience in the nuclear power industry and related fields. They bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to guide the company's strategic direction and drive innovation.

John L. Hopkins serves as the President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director of NuScale Power Corporation. With a background in nuclear energy and a track record of leadership in the industry, Hopkins plays a pivotal role in steering the company toward success. Chris Colbert is the Chief Financial Officer overseeing the company's financial operations. With his finance and business strategy expertise, Colbert ensures effective financial management and supports NuScale's growth objectives.

Investors and industry analysts have closely watched NuScale Power Corporation's financial performance. The company still needs to achieve profit. NuScale Power Corporation has strategically invested in research, development, and deployment activities to advance its SMR technology.

The market performance of NuScale Power Corporation's stock has garnered significant attention for its downward trajectory since Q3 2022. Various factors influence the stock's performance, including company financials, industry dynamics, and market sentiment. 

NuScale Power Corporation operates in the dynamic and evolving nuclear power industry. The company is positioned within the heating equipment sector of the computer and technology industry. Energy demand, regulatory frameworks, environmental concerns, and technological advancements shape the industry landscape. NuScale's SMR technology provides a competitive advantage in terms of safety, efficiency, and scalability compared to traditional large-scale reactors.

NuScale Power Corporation is well-positioned to capitalize on various growth opportunities in the nuclear power industry. The company's innovative SMR technology offers potential advantages such as reduced capital costs, enhanced safety features, and flexibility in deployment. NuScale aims to seize opportunities by expanding its partnerships, securing new contracts, and exploring international markets. The company's ongoing research and development efforts could also lead to further technological advancements and potential applications beyond power generation.

NuScale Power Corporation faces risks and challenges that could impact its operations and financial performance. These include regulatory uncertainties, public perception of nuclear power, competition from alternative energy sources, and the complexity of nuclear project development. The company must navigate these challenges through effective risk management strategies, regulatory compliance, and continued innovation to mitigate potential negative impacts.

NuScale Power Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

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23rd Percentile Overall Score

SMR MarketRank™: 

NuScale Power scored higher than 23% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat, and ranked 563rd out of 652 stocks in the computer and technology sector. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

  • Consensus Rating

    NuScale Power has received a consensus rating of Moderate Buy. The company's average rating score is 2.57, and is based on 5 buy ratings, 1 hold rating, and 1 sell rating.

  • Amount of Analyst Coverage

    NuScale Power has only been the subject of 1 research reports in the past 90 days.

  • Read more about NuScale Power's stock forecast and price target.
  • Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

    The P/E ratio of NuScale Power is -20.81, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

  • Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

    The P/E ratio of NuScale Power is -20.81, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

  • Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

    NuScale Power has a P/B Ratio of 35.30. P/B Ratios above 3 indicate that a company could be overvalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

  • Percentage of Shares Shorted

    21.87% of the float of NuScale Power has been sold short.
  • Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

    NuScale Power has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 1.7, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.
  • Change versus previous month

    Short interest in NuScale Power has recently decreased by 16.22%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly.
  • Dividend Yield

    NuScale Power does not currently pay a dividend.

  • Dividend Growth

    NuScale Power does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

  • Percentage of Shares Shorted

    21.87% of the float of NuScale Power has been sold short.
  • Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

    NuScale Power has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 1.7, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.
  • Change versus previous month

    Short interest in NuScale Power has recently decreased by 16.22%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly.
  • News Sentiment

    NuScale Power has a news sentiment score of 0.77. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.66 average news sentiment score of Computer and Technology companies.
  • News Coverage This Week

    MarketBeat has tracked 13 news articles for NuScale Power this week, compared to 9 articles on an average week.
  • Search Interest

    138 people have searched for SMR on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 19% compared to the previous 30 days.
  • MarketBeat Follows

    Only 159 people have added NuScale Power to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -27% compared to the previous 30 days.
  • Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

    In the past three months, NuScale Power insiders have sold more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $0.00 in company stock and sold $4,428,780.00 in company stock.

  • Percentage Held by Insiders

    Only 1.96% of the stock of NuScale Power is held by insiders.

  • Percentage Held by Institutions

    78.37% of the stock of NuScale Power is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

  • Read more about NuScale Power's insider trading history.
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SMR Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

NuScale Power's stock was trading at $3.29 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, SMR stock has increased by 500.9% and is now trading at $19.77.
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NuScale Power Co. (NYSE:SMR) issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, August, 8th. The company reported ($0.31) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ($0.13) by $0.18. The firm had revenue of $0.97 million for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $1.43 million. NuScale Power had a negative trailing twelve-month return on equity of 72.85% and a negative net margin of 1,089.32%.

NuScale Power's top institutional shareholders include Swedbank AB (1.44%), Swedbank AB (1.41%), Geode Capital Management LLC (0.73%) and State Street Corp (0.67%). Insiders that own company stock include Energy New Technology In Green, Private Equity Co Ltd Ds, Jose N Reyes Jr, Securities Co Ltd Ibk, Dale Atkinson, Robert Ramsey Hamady, Clayton Scott, Alan L Boeckmann, Carl M Fisher, Robert K Temple, Rudy Murgo, Jacqueline F Engel, Chris Panichi, Thomas P Mundy, Karin Feldman, Chris Colbert, Shinji Fujino and John Lawrence Hopkins.
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Shares of SMR stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that NuScale Power investors own include Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM), Centrus Energy (LEU), NVIDIA (NVDA), Walt Disney (DIS), Meta Platforms (META), Uranium Energy (UEC) and Paycom Software (PAYC).

Company Calendar

Last Earnings
8/08/2024
Today
12/20/2024
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Fabricated plate work (boiler shop)
Sub-Industry
Fabricated Products
Fax
N/A
Employees
440
Year Founded
N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$10.39
High Stock Price Target
$21.00
Low Stock Price Target
$4.25
Potential Upside/Downside
-47.4%
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
2.57
Research Coverage
7 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$-58,360,000.00
Net Margins
-1,089.32%
Pretax Margin
-3,041.80%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$7.38 million
Book Value
$0.56 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
250,359,000
Market Cap
$5.05 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
1.33
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This page (NYSE:SMR) was last updated on 12/21/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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