Reactor Restarts Add New Layer to Nuclear Renaissance

The U.S. nuclear sector is moving beyond discussions about preserving existing reactor capacity.

ETF Trends • Jul 13, 2026

Nuclear Fuel Supply Chain Updates: Centrus Secures DOE Contract

Centrus Energy Corp (LEU) has signed a definitive contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), a notable update for the entire nuclear industry. Originally selected earlier this year for a $900 million award, the final contract value has expanded to over $1 billion.

ETF Trends • Jul 10, 2026

Microreactors Reach Milestones and Retailers Go Nuclear

The U.S. nuclear sector advanced on two fronts in recent days. Advanced microreactors completed a key federal target while the existing commercial fleet signed a landmark agreement with a major retailer.

ETF Trends • Jul 6, 2026

DOE's $17.5B Loan Boosts Nuclear Supply Chain

The U.S. Department of Energy announced a conditional commitment of $17.5 billion in low-interest loans. These funds target long-lead components for 10 new Westinghouse AP1000 reactors covering five project sites nationwide.

ETF Trends • Jun 29, 2026

Why Nuclear ETFs Are Emerging as a Compelling Investment Theme

AI energy demand, energy security and policy support are fueling a nuclear renaissance. ETFs like NLR & NUKZ stand to benefit.

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 26, 2026

Advanced Nuclear Power Projects: Commercial SMR Deals Boost NUKZ

The nuclear renaissance reached a major milestone in the commercialization of small modular reactors (SMRs). Elementl Power announced it is developing a utility-scale advanced nuclear power project in Southeast Ohio, selecting GE Vernova's (GEV) BWRX-300 SMR technology for the site.

ETF Trends • Jun 25, 2026

U.K. Nuclear: Scaling Up at Home & Abroad

The United Kingdom nuclear sector is making notable progress that reinforces its role in the European and broader global nuclear renaissance. Recent announcements span technology cooperation with Japan, an export win in Sweden, and critical site preparation work at home.

ETF Trends • Jun 22, 2026

NUKZ Holding Constellation Injects Millions Into Local Economies

Constellation Energy (CEG) is demonstrating the economic benefits of nuclear infrastructure by investing significant capital in local economies. As the nation's largest producer of clean energy, the utility is proving that the nuclear industry delivers substantial tangible revenue to regional businesses well beyond the utilities sector itself.

ETF Trends • Jun 18, 2026

Forget Solar. The Nuclear Fund Powering the AI Boom Is Up 22% YTD as Big Tech Signs Reactor Deals

If you own the Invesco Solar ETF (NYSEARCA:TAN) because you wanted exposure to the energy buildout behind artificial intelligence, the thesis deserves a second look.

24/7 Wall Street • Jun 17, 2026

Unlocking Smart Beta Innovation: TMX VettaFi to Acquire RAFI Indices

VettaFi's core mission is to provide the index and distribution solutions that help asset managers build, grow, and navigate the markets with precision. Last week we took a massive, transformational step forward.

ETF Trends • Jun 15, 2026