D.E. Shaw Increases Stake in Centrus Energy to 5.6%
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 16 Jan 26
Source: seekingalpha
Centrus Energy Corp's shares rose 5.12% as it crossed above the 5-day SMA, reflecting positive investor sentiment.
D.E. Shaw has increased its stake in Centrus Energy to 5.6%, indicating confidence in the company's growth potential. Additionally, Centrus secured a $900 million contract to restart domestic nuclear fuel production, which is expected to enhance its market position and revenue growth. Analysts have also upgraded Centrus to a Buy rating, further boosting investor interest.
This increase in stake and the major contract award highlight Centrus Energy's strong position in the nuclear energy sector, likely attracting more institutional investors and supporting future stock price increases.
Analyst Views on LEU
Wall Street analysts forecast LEU stock price to fall over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for LEU is 297.10 USD with a low forecast of 117.00 USD and a high forecast of 390.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
14 Analyst Rating
10 Buy
4 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 337.760
Low
117.00
Averages
297.10
High
390.00
Current: 337.760
Low
117.00
Averages
297.10
High
390.00
About LEU
Centrus Energy Corp. is a supplier of nuclear fuel components for the nuclear power industry. Its segments include Low-Enriched Uranium (LEU) and Technical Solutions. Its LEU segment supplies various components of nuclear fuel to commercial customers from its global network of suppliers. The LEU segment consists of two components: SWU and natural uranium hexafluoride. It supplies LEU and its components to both domestic and international utilities for use in nuclear reactors worldwide. It provides LEU from multiple sources, including its inventory, medium- and long-term supply contracts, and spot purchases. It also sells natural uranium hexafluoride and occasionally sells uranium concentrates. The Technical Solutions segment provides advanced engineering, design, and manufacturing services to government and private sector customers. It is deploying uranium enrichment and other capabilities necessary to produce advanced nuclear fuel to power existing reactors around the world.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
