Cameco Dividends and Buybacks
Dividend criteria checks 0/6
Cameco is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 0.16%.
Key information
0.2%
Dividend yield
-0.005%
Buyback Yield
| Total Shareholder Yield | 0.2% |
| Future Dividend Yield | 0.2% |
| Dividend Growth | -13.5% |
| Next dividend pay date | n/a |
| Ex dividend date | n/a |
| Dividend per share | n/a |
| Payout ratio | 16% |
Recent dividend and buyback updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 07
CCO: Future Earnings Profile Will Reflect Uranium Contracting And Premium P E Multiple
Analysts have trimmed their CA$ fair value estimate for Cameco to about CA$178, a reduction of roughly CA$2. They cite updated assumptions around slightly higher revenue growth, a modestly stronger profit margin, and a lower future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • May 12
CCO: Future Earnings Profile Will Reflect Contracted Volumes And Premium P E Multiple
Analysts have adjusted their fair value estimate for Cameco, increasing the price target to approximately CA$179.41 from about CA$176.12. This change reflects updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E expectations.Narrative Update • Apr 25
CCO: Future Earnings Profile Will Reflect Contracted Volumes And Premium P E Multiple
Cameco’s updated analyst price target now stands at about CA$176.12, compared with CA$174.76 previously, as analysts factor in slightly higher revenue growth assumptions, a lower projected profit margin, and a higher future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Analysts’ latest target of about CA$176.12 reflects a mix of optimism on Cameco’s revenue outlook and some caution around profitability and valuation multiples.Narrative Update • Apr 11
CCO: Future Earnings Profile Will Reflect Premium Margins And Restrained P E Multiple
Analysts have lifted their CA$ price target for Cameco, citing slightly higher assumptions for revenue growth and profit margin, along with a modestly lower future P/E multiple in their updated models. Analyst Commentary Analysts have refreshed their models for Cameco and are using slightly revised assumptions for growth, profitability and valuation multiples to frame where the shares could trade over time.Narrative Update • Mar 27
CCO: Future Earnings Profile Will Reflect Premium Margins And Elevated P E Expectations
Narrative update on Cameco Analysts have made a small upward adjustment to Cameco's fair value estimate, lifting their price target by about CA$0.18 to CA$174.76 as they factor in updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research commentary around Cameco’s updated fair value estimate focuses on how realistic the new revenue, margin, and P/E assumptions are compared with current execution.Narrative Update • Mar 13
CCO: Future Earnings Profile Will Reflect Premium Margins And Elevated P E Expectations
Analysts have slightly increased their fair value estimate for Cameco, raising the target from about CA$172.56 to around CA$174.59 as they refine assumptions on long term revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Analysts adjusting their models for Cameco are fine tuning expectations around long term growth, profitability, and the appropriate valuation multiple.Narrative Update • Feb 26
CCO: Future Earnings Profile Will Be Defined By Premium Margins And P E Expectations
Narrative Update: Cameco Analyst Price Target Shift The analyst price target for Cameco has been adjusted to CA$172.56 from CA$168.18. Analysts point to updated views on fair value, long term margin assumptions and P/E expectations as key drivers of the revised estimate.Narrative Update • Feb 10
CCO: Future Earnings Profile Will Be Shaped By Premium Margin Assumptions
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Cameco higher from $156.12 to $168.18, citing slightly adjusted revenue growth assumptions, a modestly higher discount rate, stronger projected profit margins at 36.78%, and a richer assumed future P/E of 56.06x. Analyst Commentary Analysts updating their models on Cameco are focusing on how the revised fair value, higher projected profit margins, and richer assumed future P/E fit with the company’s ability to execute and sustain its earnings profile over time.
New Narrative • Feb 06
Future U S Nuclear Spending And Supply Discipline Will Constrain Long Term Upside
Catalysts About Cameco Cameco produces and supplies uranium and related fuel services for nuclear power generation and holds a significant ownership stake in Westinghouse. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Jan 27
CCO: Future Shareholder Value Will Be Shaped By Sector-Aligned Expectations
Analysts have raised their price target on Cameco from $151.63 to $156.12, citing updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E that are broadly in line with recent Street research trends on target revisions elsewhere in the sector. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research across related names, including a price target adjustment for Clear Channel Outdoor, lines up with how analysts are thinking about Cameco.Narrative Update • Jan 10
CCO: Shareholder Value Will Be Shaped By Takeover Interest And Asset Sales
Analysts have raised their price target on Cameco to US$151.63 from US$150.81, citing updated assumptions related to fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research activity in the wider equity space, including a price target adjustment on another mid-cap name, helps give some context to how analysts are thinking about valuation and execution risk.Narrative Update • Dec 22
CCO: Shareholder Value Will Rise On Takeover Momentum And Completed Asset Sales
Analysts have nudged their price target on Cameco modestly higher to reflect a slightly faster projected revenue growth rate and only marginally lower long term margin and valuation assumptions, which together support a fair value estimate of about $150.81 per share. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect a generally constructive stance on Cameco, with analysts modestly increasing their price targets as they recalibrate assumptions for revenue growth, long term margins, and the broader uranium cycle.Narrative Update • Dec 08
CCO: Shareholder Value Will Rise On Takeover Momentum And Asset Sale Progress
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Cameco slightly to about $150.81 from $151.75, reflecting expectations for stronger long term revenue growth, but a modestly lower profit margin and still elevated valuation multiples. Analyst Commentary Analysts covering Cameco have been reassessing their views in light of the recent price target trim, balancing the company’s strong long term growth drivers against execution and valuation risks.Narrative Update • Nov 23
CCO: Shareholder Value Will Rise With Possible Takeover And Asset Sale Momentum
Cameco's analyst price target has been raised from $146.44 to $151.75, with analysts pointing to improved revenue growth forecasts and margin expectations as key drivers of the increased valuation. Analyst Commentary Analyst reactions to Cameco's revised price target reflect a blend of optimism and caution, with most emphasizing the implications for the company’s growth trajectory, profitability, and market positioning.Narrative Update • Nov 08
CCO: Recent Asset Sales And M&A Activity Will Drive Shareholder Value
Analysts have raised their price target for Cameco to $146.44 from $124.81. They cite accelerating revenue growth and improving profit margins as key drivers behind the upward revision.Analysis Article • Oct 30
Subdued Growth No Barrier To Cameco Corporation (TSE:CCO) With Shares Advancing 27%
Cameco Corporation ( TSE:CCO ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 27% gain in the last month alone. The...Narrative Update • Oct 25
Long-Term Profit Margins And Contracts Will Drive Future Value
Cameco's fair value price target has been raised from $119.88 to $124.81, as analysts cited improved profit margins, which are expected to support a higher valuation despite expectations for modestly lower revenue growth. Analyst Commentary Analysts provided a mix of positive and cautious insights regarding Cameco's outlook, highlighting both the drivers supporting a higher valuation and factors that could temper growth expectations.Narrative Update • Oct 11
Global Nuclear Demand Will Secure Long-Term Value
The analyst price target for Cameco has been raised from $116.94 to $119.88 per share. Analysts cite improved revenue growth forecasts, increased profit margins, and a slightly lower discount rate as key drivers for the upward adjustment.Narrative Update • Sep 27
Global Nuclear Demand Will Secure Long-Term Value
Cameco’s consensus revenue growth forecast has markedly increased from 2.6% to 3.4% per annum, supporting a modest upward revision in the analyst price target from CA$114.75 to CA$116.94. What's in the News Cameco finalized a multi-year agreement to supply natural uranium hexafluoride (UF6) to Slovenske elektrarne, ensuring a secure uranium source for Slovakia’s Bohunice and Mochovce nuclear plants through 2036 (Key Developments, 2025-09-12).Narrative Update • Aug 30
Global Nuclear Demand Will Secure Long-Term Value
Cameco’s consensus revenue growth forecast has edged down from 2.8% to 2.6% per annum while net profit margin remains steady, resulting in a marginal increase in its analyst price target from CA$112.69 to CA$114.75. What's in the News Cameco and Orano Canada signed a 15-year, $500 million workforce transportation agreement with Indigenous-owned Rise Air to support northern Saskatchewan operations, marking the largest and longest partnership with the airline.Analysis Article • Jul 01
Cameco Corporation's (TSE:CCO) P/S Is Still On The Mark Following 26% Share Price Bounce
Cameco Corporation ( TSE:CCO ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 26% gain in the last month alone...Analysis Article • Jun 21
Cameco Corporation's (TSE:CCO) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 22% Below Its Share Price
Key Insights The projected fair value for Cameco is CA$72.84 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Cameco's...
New Narrative • Nov 10
Nuclear Industry Growth Fuels Optimism For Enhanced Profitability And Revenue Potential
Increased long-term contract backlog and higher uranium prices suggest revenue growth potential from committed volumes.Stability and Growth of Payments
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Stable Dividend: CCO is not paying a notable dividend for the Canadian market, therefore no need to check if payments are stable.
Growing Dividend: CCO is not paying a notable dividend for the Canadian market, therefore no need to check if payments are increasing.
Dividend Yield vs Market
| Cameco Dividend Yield vs Market |
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| Segment | Dividend Yield |
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| Company (CCO) | 0.2% |
| Market Bottom 25% (CA) | 1.7% |
| Market Top 25% (CA) | 5.4% |
| Industry Average (Oil and Gas) | 3.4% |
| Analyst forecast (CCO) (up to 3 years) | 0.2% |
Notable Dividend: CCO's dividend (0.16%) isn’t notable compared to the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the Canadian market (1.7%).
High Dividend: CCO's dividend (0.16%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the Canadian market (5.44%).
Earnings Payout to Shareholders
Earnings Coverage: CCO is not paying a notable dividend for the Canadian market.
Cash Payout to Shareholders
Cash Flow Coverage: CCO is not paying a notable dividend for the Canadian market.
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/08 01:50 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/08 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Cameco Corporation is covered by 39 analysts. 16 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Harriet Li | Accountability Research Corporation |
| Michael Kozak | ATB Cormark Historical (Cormark Securities) |
| Richard Garchitorena | Barclays |