Stories tagged “Nuclear Energy.”
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What Does It Take to Reopen a Nuclear Power Plant?
The article discusses the challenges of reopening a nuclear power plant, including the need for significant investment and the potential risks associated with nuclear energy. It also touches on the role of nuclear power in the global energy mix and the impact of the curre…
Europe's Nuclear Power Plants Tested by Heatwave
Record low water levels in Europe's major rivers have reduced electricity output and shrunk company earnings, stoking fears about the economic impact of searing heat and erratic rainfall.
President Donald Trump's deal to allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium for civilian nuclear power plants could be good news for companies that mine uranium and manufacture nuclear reactors. Two prominent nuclear energy and uranium mining exchange-traded funds (ETFs) might …
Japan aims to rebuild two to five nuclear reactors by 2040s
Japan has decided to revise its nuclear energy policy guidelines to include a target of rebuilding two to five nuclear power reactors by the 2040s. The decision was adopted at a meeting of relevant Cabinet ministers held at the prime minister’s office on Friday to prepare…
New Tepco chairman pledges firm’s ongoing support for Fukushima after meltdowns
Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings' new chairperson, Keisuke Yokoo, has emphasized the firm's determination to continue supporting Fukushima Prefecture more than 15 years after an unprecedented triple meltdown at its tsunami-stricken nuclear plant located there.
NuScale Power's stock has been on a volatility roller coaster, down 38% this year. The company has a nuclear reactor design approved, but it will be years before one is built, and heavy cash burn will likely sink this stock further.
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia have signed a landmark deal to develop a civilian nuclear program using American technology, but opponents worry that the new pact might ultimately allow for uranium enrichment and give Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman the tools he needs to build…
India Targets Five Small Modular Reactors by 2033
India aims to deploy five small modular reactors by 2033, marking a significant step in its nuclear energy plans. The move is part of the country's efforts to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and transition to cleaner energy sources.
The US on Wednesday announced a landmark deal with Saudi Arabia that would establish a civilian nuclear programme in the Gulf country, with Washington insisting the agreement includes safeguards against non-proliferation.
US President Donald Trump has approved an agreement that would allow Saudi Arabia to develop a civilian nuclear programme with the potential to enrich uranium on its own soil, marking a significant shift in longstanding US non-proliferation policy.
Iran claims the US attacked its Darkhovin nuclear power plant construction site, calling it an "aggressive act," while CENTCOM reported strikes on military targets without naming Darkhovin. The IAEA is investigating the reports but notes the site was in early construction…
Oklo's stock price has declined by more than 42% in 2026, but analysts are still optimistic about the future. The median one-year price target is $87, suggesting significant gains are ahead, but investors should proceed with caution.
Investment banks and research firms are optimistic about nuclear energy's growth due to technological breakthroughs, geopolitical competition, and the need for clean power. Two stocks, NuScale Power and Oklo, are poised to benefit from this growth, particularly in small m…
A Wall Street expert, George Gianarikas, believes NuScale Power stock has 195% upside potential from its current price. He cites the company's partnership with ENTRA1 and TVA, as well as its Romanian SMR system, as key factors. Gianarikas uses an aggressive 5% terminal gr…
Kyoto District Court rejects suit seeking halt of Oi nuclear plant
A district court in Kyoto rejected a lawsuit seeking an injunction to suspend operations at the No. 3 and No. 4 reactors at Kansai Electric Power's Oi nuclear plant in Fukui Prefecture. The plaintiffs argued that risks related to the stability of the Oi plant's foundation…
BWX Technologies is a top producer of specialized nuclear components and fuel systems, with a growing backlog and long-term strengths.
SpaceX has a high market cap, leaving limited room for growth. Rivian and NuScale Power offer promising alternatives.
Nano Nuclear Energy's Construction Permit Application for its KRONOS micro modular reactor has been accepted by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. The company is one step closer to building its first microreactor prototype.
Deep Fission's IPO offers a $1B valuation, a discount to SMR peers, with near-term catalysts for re-rating. The company's reactor design enables faster build times and lower costs.
Rosatom's Director General Alexey Likhachev reaffirmed the company's commitment to the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, announcing plans for a phased return of Russian specialists. The plant remains a top priority for Moscow.
Russia's state nuclear corporation, Rosatom, prioritizes the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant in Iran. Rosatom's CEO, Alexei Likhachev, stated that the plant remains a key priority for the corporation.