12 Best Nuclear Energy Stocks to Buy Now

4. BWX Technologies Inc. (NYSE:BWXT)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 54

On January 26, 2026, BWX Technologies Inc. (NYSE:BWXT) announced the opening of its Centrifuge Manufacturing Development Facility in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The facility is aimed at rebuilding a fully domestic uranium enrichment capability aligned with U.S. national security objectives. The announcement followed a $1.5 billion contract awarded in September by the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration, supporting its strategy to secure a reliable supply of enriched uranium for defense fuel needs.

On January 9, 2026, Truist analyst Michael Ciarmoli raised his price target on BWX Technologies Inc. to $205 from $200 while maintaining a Hold rating. In a sector note, the firm said the Aerospace and Defense space remains bullish heading into 2026, supported by higher aircraft production and steady aftermarket demand. Defense-specific catalysts may be fewer, but Truist pointed to recapitalization cycles, geopolitical tensions, and replenishment needs as factors that should continue to support demand, making stock selection more important amid elevated valuations, especially among SMID defense technology names.

On January 15, 2026, BNP Paribas initiated coverage of BWX Technologies with a Neutral rating and a $215 price target, adding another data point to the growing analyst focus on the stock.

The stock was named among CLSA’s top picks for 2026, reinforcing the view that the company stands to benefit from long-term spending tied to nuclear and defense priorities.

BWX Technologies Inc. (NYSE:BWXT) is a manufacturing and engineering company focused on nuclear technologies across defense, clean energy, environmental remediation, medical applications, and space. Its operations span 20 major sites in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., along with joint ventures that manage multiple Department of Energy and NASA facilities.