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BWX Technologies

109.12 USD
-0.12
0.11%
At close Apr 30, 4:00 PM EDT
After hours
109.12
+0.00
0.00%
1 day
-0.11%
5 days
4.04%
1 month
10.61%
3 months
-5.31%
6 months
-12.60%
Year to date
-2.12%
1 year
13.94%
5 years
105.65%
10 years
237.62%
 

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 7,425 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
24%
upside
Avg. target
$140
28%
upside
High target
$145
33%
upside

2 analyst ratings

positive
100%
neutral
0%
negative
0%
Seaport Global
Jeff Campbell
33% 1-year accuracy
1 / 3 met price target
33%upside
$145
Buy
Initiated
1 Apr 2025
B of A Securities
Ronald Epstein
63% 1-year accuracy
20 / 32 met price target
24%upside
$135
Buy
Maintained
26 Mar 2025

Financial journalist opinion

Based on 12 articles about BWXT published over the past 30 days

Negative
Zacks Investment Research
2 days ago
Analysts Estimate BWX Technologies (BWXT) to Report a Decline in Earnings: What to Look Out for
BWX (BWXT) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
Analysts Estimate BWX Technologies (BWXT) to Report a Decline in Earnings: What to Look Out for
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 week 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 week 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
3 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
3 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
3 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
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