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BWX Technologies

104.64 USD
+2.33
2.28%
At close Apr 23, 4:00 PM EDT
After hours
104.64
+0.00
0.00%
1 day
2.28%
5 days
1.81%
1 month
0.54%
3 months
-18.54%
6 months
-14.86%
Year to date
-6.14%
1 year
11.68%
5 years
101.54%
10 years
222.07%
 

About: BWX Technologies Inc is a specialty manufacturer and service provider of nuclear components, operating in two segments: Government Operations and Commercial Operations. The Government Operations segment produces naval nuclear reactors and fuel for the U.S. Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, while the Commercial Operations segment designs and manufactures commercial nuclear steam generators, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, reactor components, and other auxiliary equipment, including containers for the storage of spent nuclear fuel and other high-level nuclear waste. The majority of the company's revenue comes from Government Operations, with sales primarily in the United States, Canada, and other regions.

Employees: 8,700

0
Funds holding %
of 7,419 funds
Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

194% more call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $107M | Put options by funds: $36.4M

84% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 103 | Existing positions closed: 56

24% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 218 | Existing positions reduced: 176

8% more funds holding

Funds holding: 544 [Q3] → 585 (+41) [Q4]

5.43% more ownership

Funds ownership: 91.02% [Q3] → 96.46% (+5.43%) [Q4]

3% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $9.07B [Q3] → $9.37B (+$295M) [Q4]

14% less funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 7 [Q3] → 6 (-1) [Q4]

Research analyst outlook

2 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months

Low target
$135
29%
upside
Avg. target
$140
34%
upside
High target
$145
39%
upside

2 analyst ratings

positive
100%
neutral
0%
negative
0%
Seaport Global
Jeff Campbell
50% 1-year accuracy
2 / 4 met price target
39%upside
$145
Buy
Initiated
1 Apr 2025
B of A Securities
Ronald Epstein
50% 1-year accuracy
16 / 32 met price target
29%upside
$135
Buy
Maintained
26 Mar 2025

Financial journalist opinion

Based on 15 articles about BWXT published over the past 30 days

Positive
Zacks Investment Research
7 hours ago
3 Defense Equipment Stocks to Buy Amid Bright Air Traffic View
Strategic mergers should boost aerospace-defense equipment stocks amid supply-chain challenges. You may buy BWXT, CAE and ATRO.
3 Defense Equipment Stocks to Buy Amid Bright Air Traffic View
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 day ago
Oklo vs. BWX Technologies: Which Nuclear Innovator Stock to Buy?
With increasing investments in small modular and microreactor technologies, OKLO and BWXT are well-positioned to play a pivotal role in the future energy mix.
Oklo vs. BWX Technologies: Which Nuclear Innovator Stock to Buy?
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
5 Nuclear Energy Stocks in Focus Amid AI-Powered Data Center Growth
Watch five nuclear energy stocks amid massive power demand. These are: CEG, BWXT, PCG, AEP, NEE.
5 Nuclear Energy Stocks in Focus Amid AI-Powered Data Center Growth
Neutral
Business Wire
1 week ago
BWXT Moving Forward to Support National Security, Domestic Uranium Enrichment Mission
OAK RIDGE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) announced today an additional step in BWXT's long-term commitment to rebuilding the nation's domestic uranium enrichment capability: the acquisition of approximately 97 acres of land in the Horizon Center Industrial Park in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This strategic land acquisition is a signal of BWXT's intent to support future defense missions by supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration.
BWXT Moving Forward to Support National Security, Domestic Uranium Enrichment Mission
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
BWX (BWXT) Upgraded to Buy: Here's What You Should Know
BWX (BWXT) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
BWX (BWXT) Upgraded to Buy: Here's What You Should Know
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
BWX (BWXT) Surges 11.7%: Is This an Indication of Further Gains?
BWX (BWXT) saw its shares surge in the last session with trading volume being higher than average. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions may not translate into further price increase in the near term.
BWX (BWXT) Surges 11.7%: Is This an Indication of Further Gains?
Neutral
Business Wire
2 weeks ago
BWXT Joint Venture Awarded Strategic Petroleum Reserve Contract
LYNCHBURG, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) announced today a U.S. Department of Energy award to manage and operate the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Strategic Storage Partners, LLC was formed by lead parent company APTIM Federal Services and BWXT Technical Services Group, Inc. to safely manage and operate the structures and systems of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. The estimated value of the contract is approximately $2.6 billion over 10 years, comprising a five-year.
BWXT Joint Venture Awarded Strategic Petroleum Reserve Contract
Neutral
PRNewsWire
2 weeks ago
APTIM and BWX Technologies, Inc. Awarded $1.4 Billion Contract for Strategic Petroleum Reserve
APTIM-led team awarded contract to manage and operate the US Department of Energy's Strategic Petroleum Reserve BATON ROUGE, La. , April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- APTIM and joint venture partner BWX Technologies, Inc. have been awarded a $1.4 billion contract by the US Department of Energy (DOE) to manage and operate the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR), as well as its associated facilities and systems in Louisiana and Texas.
APTIM and BWX Technologies, Inc. Awarded $1.4 Billion Contract for Strategic Petroleum Reserve
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
2 weeks ago
BWX Technologies: A Strong Nuclear Bet, But With Little Margin For Error
BWX Technologies is a key player in nuclear components and fuel, with 80% of revenue from U.S. government contracts, driving its growth prospects. Despite strong profitability and growth potential, BWXT's high valuation ratios suggest limited upside, making it expensive compared to its sector. Risks include heavy reliance on government contracts, regulatory changes, and competition from global players, potentially impacting future growth and market share.
BWX Technologies: A Strong Nuclear Bet, But With Little Margin For Error
Neutral
Business Wire
2 weeks ago
BWX Technologies to Announce First Quarter 2025 Results on Monday, May 5
LYNCHBURG, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) will issue a press release detailing first quarter 2025 results on Monday, May 5, 2025, after market close and will host a conference call at 5:00 p.m. EDT. Listen-only participants are encouraged to participate and view the supporting presentation via the Internet at investors.bwxt.com. The dial-in numbers for participants are (U.S.) 1-888-596-4144 and (International) 1-646-968-2525; conference ID: 8426324. A replay of the ca.
BWX Technologies to Announce First Quarter 2025 Results on Monday, May 5
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