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Lightbridge Corp (LTBR)
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11/03/2025: LTBR (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 31 days. Simulated Profits (22.98%). Updated daily EoD!
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Above Average Performance
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Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 37.08% | Avg. Invested days 33 | Today’s Advisory Regular Buy |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/03/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 305.65M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 10.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 10.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.87 | 52 Weeks Range 2.24 - 17.70 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.24 - 17.70 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.84 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin - | Operating Margin (TTM) - |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -21.53% | Return on Equity (TTM) -32.2% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 249864960 | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value 249864960 | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue - | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -2.38 | Shares Outstanding 22980900 | Shares Floating 19133095 |
Shares Outstanding 22980900 | Shares Floating 19133095 | ||
Percent Insiders 9.81 | Percent Institutions 19.29 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Lightbridge Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
Lightbridge Corporation was founded in 1992 (originally Thorium Power, Inc.). It focuses on developing next-generation nuclear fuel technology. The company has evolved through various stages of research, development, and securing patents related to its fuel designs.
Core Business Areas
- Nuclear Fuel Technology Development: Lightbridge focuses on designing and developing advanced metallic nuclear fuel for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and existing Large Light Water Reactors (LWRs) to enhance safety, economics, and proliferation resistance.
Leadership and Structure
Seth Grae serves as the President and CEO. The company has a board of directors and an organizational structure typical of a small publicly traded technology development firm.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Lightbridge Fuel: Lightbridge Fuel is a proprietary metallic fuel designed to improve the performance of nuclear reactors. It aims to increase power output, reduce fuel consumption, and enhance safety. There is no current market share as the fuel is still in the development and testing phases. Competitors include traditional uranium fuel providers like Cameco and Orano, as well as other companies developing advanced fuel technologies.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The nuclear fuel market is dominated by traditional uranium fuel suppliers. However, there is growing interest in advanced fuel technologies to improve reactor performance and safety.
Positioning
Lightbridge Corp. is positioned as an innovator in the nuclear fuel market, aiming to disrupt the traditional market with its advanced metallic fuel technology. It seeks to license its technology to fuel fabricators and reactor operators.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global nuclear fuel market is valued in the tens of billions of USD annually. Lightbridge's TAM is a portion of this, targeting advanced fuels for existing and new reactors. Estimations vary, but could reach several billion annually if successfully adopted.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Proprietary fuel technology
- Potential for improved reactor performance and safety
- Strong intellectual property portfolio
Weaknesses
- Technology still under development
- Limited financial resources
- Reliance on regulatory approvals and industry adoption
Opportunities
- Growing demand for advanced nuclear fuels
- Potential for partnerships with reactor operators and fuel fabricators
- Government support for nuclear energy
Threats
- Competition from established fuel suppliers
- Regulatory hurdles
- Public perception of nuclear energy
- Delays in technology development
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CCJ
- DNN
- UEC
Competitive Landscape
Lightbridge faces significant competition from established uranium producers and fuel fabricators. Its advantage lies in its potentially superior fuel technology, but it faces the challenge of disrupting an established market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Lightbridge's historical growth has been limited to technology development and securing patents.
Future Projections: Future growth depends on successful commercialization of its fuel technology. Analyst estimates are speculative and vary widely.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include securing funding, conducting fuel testing, and pursuing partnerships.
Summary
Lightbridge Corp is a high-risk, high-reward company focused on developing advanced nuclear fuel. While its technology holds promise for improving reactor performance and safety, it faces significant challenges in commercializing its fuel and competing with established players. The company's financial health is heavily reliant on securing ongoing funding. Investors should be aware of the speculative nature of the investment.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Lightbridge Corp. SEC Filings
- Industry Reports on Nuclear Fuel Market
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
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About Lightbridge Corp
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Reston, VA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2000-11-13 | President, CEO & Chairman of the Board Mr. Seth Grae | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Electrical Equipment & Parts | Full time employees 10 | Website https://www.ltbridge.com |
Full time employees 10 | Website https://www.ltbridge.com | ||
Lightbridge Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in research, developing, and commercializing nuclear fuel. It develops nuclear fuel for water-cooled reactors; and metallic fuels under the Lightbridge Fuel. Lightbridge Corporation is headquartered in Reston, Virginia.
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