Centrus Energy Corp. LEU
- Market cap
- $3.1B
- P/E
- 58.6×
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Free account| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | |
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| 1.00 | 3.30 | 1.35 | 1.57 | 3.76 | 19.27 | 17.36 | 24.88 | 33.51 | 49.40 |
Analyst estimates 2026–2028 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| 7.08 | 9.46 | 4.24 | 8.00 | 28.59 | 88.88 | 57.67 | 61.35 | 118.36 | 464.25 |
High Price
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| 338 | 290 | 226 | 230 | 267 | 266 | 275 | 292 | 322 | 467 |
Employees
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| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 311 | 218 | 193 | 210 | 247 | 298 | 294 | 320 | 442 | 449 |
Revenue
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| 14.49% | 13.83% | (9.27%) | 15.50% | 39.48% | 38.38% | 40.13% | 35.01% | 25.23% | 26.19% |
Gross Margin
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| (68) | 12 | (104) | (16) | 53 | 136 | 68 | 85 | 73 | 86 |
EBT
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| (21.72%) | 5.54% | (53.94%) | (7.73%) | 21.44% | 45.56% | 23.08% | 26.39% | 16.52% | 19.14% |
EBT Margin
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| (67) | 12 | (104) | (16) | 54 | 175 | 52 | 84 | 73 | 78 |
Net Income
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| 13 | 12 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 7 | 11 | 13 |
Depreciation
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| 34.21 | 24.05 | 21.09 | 21.92 | 25.16 | 22.11 | 20.12 | 21.05 | 27.10 | 24.97 |
Revenue/Sh
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| (7.36) | 0.58 | (12.23) | (2.54) | 0.59 | 10.03 | 3.47 | 5.55 | 4.49 | 4.33 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 4.14 | (1.77) | (8.13) | 1.18 | 6.83 | 3.71 | 1.41 | 0.60 | 2.27 | 2.84 |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| (0.16) | 0.46 | 0.04 | 0.06 | (0.14) | (0.09) | (0.05) | (0.11) | (0.25) | (1.10) |
Capex/Sh
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| 3.98 | (1.31) | (8.09) | 1.24 | 6.69 | 3.62 | 1.36 | 0.49 | 2.02 | 1.74 |
Free CF/Sh
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| (25.95) | (24.11) | (35.18) | (35.22) | (32.63) | (10.52) | (5.07) | 2.12 | 9.90 | 42.58 |
Book Value/Sh
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| 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 18 |
Shares
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| 0.00 | 6.84 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 26.59 | 5.10 | 9.66 | 9.61 | 15.07 | 55.42 |
PE Ratio
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| 0.22 | 0.17 | 0.08 | 0.31 | 0.92 | 2.26 | 1.66 | 2.51 | 2.46 | 9.72 |
PS Ratio
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| 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 24.89 | 6.73 | 5.70 |
PB Ratio
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| 0.14 | (0.04) | 0.24 | 0.26 | 0.77 | 2.04 | 1.56 | 2.42 | 2.17 | 8.06 |
EV/Sales
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| 1.17 | 0.77 | (0.63) | 4.61 | 2.89 | 12.50 | 23.05 | 103.45 | 29.17 | 115.60 |
EV/FCF
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| 38 | (16) | (74) | 11 | 67 | 50 | 21 | 9 | 37 | 51 |
Op' Cash Flow
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| (1) | 4 | 0 | 1 | (1) | (1) | (1) | (2) | (4) | (20) |
Capex
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| 36 | (12) | (74) | 12 | 66 | 49 | 20 | 8 | 33 | 31 |
FCF
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| 235 | 164 | 46 | 33 | 40 | 73 | 138 | 214 | 668 | 1,941 |
Working Cap'
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| 234 | 164 | 153 | 120 | 114 | 130 | 151 | 173 | 545 | 1,214 |
Total Debt
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| (27) | (45) | 30 | (10) | (38) | (63) | (29) | (28) | (127) | (743) |
Net Debt
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| (236) | (219) | (322) | (337) | (321) | (142) | (74) | 32 | 161 | 765 |
Sh' Equity
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| (8.74%) | 0.76% | (17.95%) | (4.73%) | 1.23% | 25.56% | 7.93% | 11.24% | 7.75% | 4.40% |
ROA
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| 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 779.76% | 86.71% | 145.25% |
ROIC
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| 33.35% | (2.31%) | 40.69% | 7.28% | (1.75%) | (58.50%) | (46.94%) | (403.83%) | 75.58% | 16.79% |
ROE
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Centrus Energy Corp. peers in Uranium
| Company | Market cap | P/E | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| UUUU Energy Fuels Inc | $3.0B | 0.0× | Compare |
| DNN Denison Mine Corp | $2.4B | 0.0× | Compare |
| UEC Uranium Energy Corp. | $4.7B | 0.0× | Compare |
| UROY Uranium Royalty Corp. | $1.6B | 10.8× | Compare |
| Company | Market cap | P/E | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| NXE NexGen Energy | $6.2B | 0.0× | Compare |
| ISOU IsoEnergy Ltd. | $616.1M | 0.0× | Compare |
| EU enCore Energy Corp. | $235.1M | 0.0× | Compare |
| NUCL Eagle Nuclear Energy Corp. | $180.7M | 0.0× | Compare |
Centrus Energy Corp. (LEU) key facts
- Centrus Energy Corp. (LEU) is an Uranium company in the Energy sector, listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
- Centrus Energy Corp.’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended December 2025) was $448.7 million, up 1.52% from fiscal 2024.
- As of September 25, 2026, LEU traded at $147.07, a market capitalization of $3.1 billion.
- Return on equity was 16.8% and debt-to-equity 1.39.
Centrus Energy Corp. (LEU) Latest News
24 Sep
Centrus Energy is shifting from a middleman to a U.S. producer of LEU and HALEU as Russia-related supply restrictions tighten. Congress banned imports of Russian uranium, accelerating domestic enrichment and pressuring utilities to secure local fuel. Centrus relies heavily on TENEX for LEU, with over half of its 2027 deliveries expected from the Russian supplier, and Russia controls about 43% of global enrichment capacity. The company is investing hundreds of millions at its Oak Ridge, TN facility and expanding Piketon, Ohio, to scale enrichment and HALEU production. A $900 million DOE contract finalized July 1 will fund HALEU capacity to about one metric ton by 2032, signaling a commercial shift. Centrus already has supply agreements with X-Energy, Radiant, and Oklo. HALEU is critical for most next-gen reactors, and Centrus positions itself as a pivotal domestic fuel supplier in the nuclear revival. DOE contract and domestic production shift could materially reshape Centrus’s revenue and positioning in the nuclear fuel market.
Centrus Energy Corp. (LEU) faces a bearish take after a roughly 22% drop to about $152.34, with the stock tagged as too pricey at 46.9x forward earnings. The report highlights three drawbacks: subscale scale with $473.9 million revenue and limited distribution channels; weak structural profitability, citing a five-year gross margin of about 32.3%; and a shrinking EBITDA margin, down 46.1 percentage points in the last year to 10.3% trailing 12 months. The conclusion: sideline LEU and consider alternatives, pointing to an all-weather stock tied to Taco Bell as a buy. Despite the price action, Centrus is portrayed as unable to translate scale into durable margins and cash flow, suggesting other opportunities with stronger fundamentals at present. Weak margins and small scale against a lofty valuation could damp future performance and investor sentiment.
23 Sep
Q2 earnings among 21 mixed or offshore upstream E&P stocks were strong, with Centrus Energy among the outperformers. Centrus, which runs the only active U.S. HALEU production facility for next‑gen reactors, reported Q2 revenue of $176.1 million, up 14% year over year and ahead of estimates by 16.4%, with an EPS beat as well. The company cited commercial wins and momentum in its future enrichment business as tailwinds for growth. However, investor expectations were higher than Wall Street projections, and the stock fell about 15.8% after the results, trading around $157.92. The broader group posted solid results, with revenues beating consensus by about 8% and shares up roughly 4.8% on average since results. Other peers mentioned include Granite Ridge Resources, Seadrill, Core Natural Resources, and Peabody, illustrating a mixed but resilient energy market. Beat on revenue and EPS with commercial wins, but a sizable stock decline afterward signals muted near-term sentiment despite fundamentals.
20 Sep
Centrus Energy Corp. (LEU) announced a new HALEU supply agreement with Antares, expanding its customer base for high-assay, low-enriched uranium. The deal adds to Centrus's expected HALEU sales as it advances production capability to meet rising demand from U.S. research and defense-related programs. Terms, volumes, and delivery timelines were not disclosed. The partnership signals continued demand growth for domestically produced HALEU and reinforces Centrus's strategic push to scale its HALEU business. Expands revenue opportunities and strengthens Centrus's HALEU production push through a new major customer.
19 Sep
Centrus Energy (LEU) signed two HALEU supply agreements to support reactor operations and security demand. Supply agreements secure expanded HALEU contracts and strengthen positioning in nuclear fuel markets.
17 Sep
Centrus Energy Corp. signs multi-year HALEU supply contract with Antares. Multi-year HALEU supply contract secures long-term revenue and strengthens core nuclear fuel operations.
Centrus Energy (LEU) stock surges on undisclosed positive developments driving investor interest and trading volume. Stock price movement signals moderate short-term sentiment shift without confirmed fundamental changes to operations.
9 Sep
Centrus Energy Corp. priced a $500 million underwritten public offering of Class A common stock and warrants. The $500 million stock and warrants offering delivers major capital while diluting shares and shifting market performance.
Centrus Energy enters long-term partnership with Radiant to supply domestic HALEU for Kaleidos microreactors. Long-term HALEU supply deal secures future demand and strengthens Centrus position in advanced reactor fuel market.
Centrus Energy Corp. announces proposed public underwritten offering of Class A common stock and warrants. Equity offering introduces share dilution that can pressure valuation and shift capital structure.
31 Aug
Question arises on whether XE is constructing infrastructure required for advanced nuclear scale-up, with direct relevance to Centrus Energy Corp. operations in uranium enrichment and nuclear fuel supply. Infrastructure buildout for nuclear scale-up represents major strategic shift altering Centrus competitive positioning and growth trajectory.
27 Aug
CCJ uranium production fell 5% in the first half of 2026, prompting questions over whether full-year 2026 targets will be achieved. Lower output from a leading uranium supplier may tighten global supply and lift prices or volumes for other producers including LEU.
26 Aug
Centrus Energy (LEU) ranks as one of Wall Street's top stocks to hold for decades while two unnamed stocks are flagged for avoidance. Positive long-term stock endorsement may lift near-term investor sentiment without altering core operations.
25 Aug
Centrus Energy (LEU) may have identified a new major growth opportunity that could expand its operations and market reach. Potential major growth opportunity points to significant strategic moves likely to alter LEU trajectory and investor sentiment.
Centrus Energy secured a $900 million Department of Energy award, raising questions over whether its stock is already fully priced in after the win. The $900 million DOE award marks a major funding win that can significantly boost Centrus Energy operations and shift its market trajectory.
Government-backed Piketon expansion shifts Centrus Energy's (LEU) investment narrative toward domestic uranium enrichment growth. Government-backed Piketon expansion introduces major strategic and regulatory advantages that can significantly alter Centrus Energy's trajectory.
X-Energy's Xe-100 small modular reactor targets surging electricity demand from AI data centers, positioning nuclear power as a reliable supply option and potentially raising uranium enrichment needs for firms like Centrus Energy. Xe-100 deployment could lift long-term demand for LEU's enrichment services amid AI-driven power growth but remains indirect and unconfirmed.
Centrus Energy advances nuclear fuel production efforts. Questions persist over whether LEU stock remains undervalued amid sector interest. Nuclear fuel emphasis ties directly to core operations and may sway short-term LEU sentiment without major trajectory shifts.
24 Aug
Centrus Energy Corp. (LEU) renewable energy developments merit close attention until November. November events may moderately influence LEU financial performance and market position.
19 Aug
X-Energy's fuel strategy targets faster SMR commercialization, increasing demand for Centrus Energy's HALEU production and advanced reactor fuel supply chain. X-Energy fuel plans directly expand Centrus commercial opportunities in the SMR market.
14 Aug
Centrus Energy addressed top analyst questions in its Q2 earnings call, covering HALEU production ramp-up, contract backlog growth, revenue outlook, and capital expenditure plans for enrichment facilities. Q2 earnings call updates on HALEU production and contracts directly shape revenue forecasts and investor positioning for LEU.
13 Aug
X-Energy Q2 earnings call highlighted financial results and progress on nuclear reactor projects. X-Energy nuclear project updates may moderately affect Centrus Energy via fuel supply ties.
Centrus Energy (LEU) released its Q2 2026 earnings call transcript covering quarterly financial results and operational updates. Earnings call delivers financial metrics and outlook that can affect near-term stock sentiment and operations.
12 Aug
Centrus Energy Corp. (LEU) released Q2 earnings, prompting analysis on whether investors should buy, hold, or sell the stock. Q2 earnings can moderately affect near-term financial outlook and investor positioning for Centrus.
10 Aug
Centrus Energy sees backlog growth and expansion plans in Q2 but encounters margin pressures. Backlog growth and expansion plans signal strategic progress offset by margin pressures that may constrain near-term profitability.
9 Aug
Centrus Energy (LEU) secures reactor fuel contract that funds enrichment buildout. Contract win directly funds enrichment expansion, positioning company for major growth in fuel supply.
8 Aug
Centrus Energy Q2 earnings call covered financial results, operational updates, and strategic outlook for the uranium enrichment business. Quarterly earnings details typically offer moderate insight into financial performance and near-term trajectory.
7 Aug
Centrus Energy Corp. (LEU) highlighted backlog and 2029 build-out during Q2 earnings call. Backlog and 2029 build-out represent major strategic moves that can alter company trajectory.
6 Aug
Centrus Energy Corp (LEU) posted record backlog in its Q2 2026 earnings call alongside strategic progress. Record backlog points to major revenue visibility and strengthened positioning.
Centrus Energy Corp. beat Q2 earnings expectations as revenues rose year over year on strong uranium sales. Q2 earnings beat and revenue growth signal improved financial performance likely to moderately affect near-term investor sentiment.