Centrus Energy Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 3/6
Centrus Energy has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 16.1%, while the Oil and Gas industry saw earnings growing at 17.2% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 12.9% per year. Centrus Energy's return on equity is 10.2%, and it has net margins of 17.3%.
Key information
16.14%
Earnings growth rate
11.39%
EPS growth rate
| Oil and Gas Industry Growth | 33.67% |
| Revenue growth rate | 12.88% |
| Return on equity | 10.17% |
| Net Margin | 17.34% |
| Next Earnings Update | 05 May 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Centrus Energy: It's Still Too Early To Give Me The Risk Asymmetry I Want
Apr 22
LEU: Capacity Build Out And New Enrichment Rivalry Will Pressure Returns
The analyst price target for Centrus Energy has been reduced by about $10, reflecting updated views on competitive headwinds, limited near term earnings upside, and ongoing capacity investment, even as analysts still see longer term nuclear demand as a supportive theme. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Centrus Energy reflects a more cautious tone, with several bearish analysts trimming price targets and highlighting execution risks around the current build out phase.
LEU: DOE Awards And Capacity Build Out Will Support Long Term Upside
Analysts have trimmed their average price targets for Centrus Energy by double digits, with cuts such as UBS moving to $195 from $245 and Citi to $225 from $292. This reflects limited near term earnings upside during the capacity build out phase, even as they continue to highlight potential long term benefits from a possible generational nuclear build cycle and recent U.S. Department of Energy funding awards.LEU: DOE Funding And Capacity Build Out Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed Centrus Energy's average price target, with cuts from firms such as UBS to $195 from $245 and Citi to $225 from $292, reflecting limited near term earnings visibility as the company continues its contracted broker trader operations and invests in capacity build out, even as many still highlight potential long term benefits from an expected nuclear build cycle and recent U.S. Department of Energy funding awards. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Centrus Energy clusters around two themes: how to value the stock after the price target resets, and how confidently to underwrite the execution and timing of its capacity build out and nuclear fuel role.LEU: Capacity Build Out And DOE Project Risks Will Pressure Returns
Narrative Update The updated analyst price target for Centrus Energy reflects a modest reset lower, with the fair value estimate moving from $164.36 to $156.27 as analysts factor in reduced near term earnings potential alongside ongoing capacity investments. At the same time, they continue to highlight the company as well positioned for a possible longer term nuclear build cycle and supported by recent Department of Energy award related commentary.LEU: DOE Project Execution Risks Will Pressure Future Cash Flow Conversion
Analysts have trimmed their average price target for Centrus Energy in recent weeks, with cuts from firms like Citi, JPMorgan, and others outweighing earlier upward revisions tied to the $900m Department of Energy award. At the same time, modest adjustments to fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and projected future P/E reflect this more balanced view.
LEU: DOE Funding For Domestic Nuclear Fuel Will Drive Long-Term Upside
The analyst price target for Centrus Energy has been adjusted as firms weighed the recent mix of price target increases of up to US$55 and reductions of US$55, along with updated assumptions for growth, margins and future P/E multiples tied to the US$900m Department of Energy award for HALEU capacity expansion. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Centrus Energy has been mixed, but there is a clear group of bullish analysts focusing on the US$900m Department of Energy award as a key driver for their updated views on valuation and execution risk.There's Reason For Concern Over Centrus Energy Corp.'s (NYSE:LEU) Massive 36% Price Jump
Jan 29
LEU: DOE Funding Uncertainty And Dilution Risk Will Pressure Future Returns
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Centrus Energy up from US$167.90 to US$171.40, citing higher Street price targets and renewed confidence around the US$900m Department of Energy HALEU funding and the timing of future capacity expansion as key drivers of the change. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Centrus Energy has centered on the US$900m Department of Energy HALEU award, with analysts updating their assumptions on timing, funding visibility, and dilution.LEU: DOE Award And Dilution Risk Will Shape Future Return Profile
Narrative Update Analysts have lifted their implied fair value for Centrus Energy from about US$108 to roughly US$168, citing the US$900m Department of Energy award, an earlier expected commercialization timeline, and greater confidence in future margins and funding visibility. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Centrus Energy has centered on the US$900m Department of Energy award for high assay low enriched uranium production and what that could mean for the company’s future capacity, funding visibility, and timing to market.LEU Nuclear Demand And DOE Reactor Plans Will Drive Long-Term Upside
The analyst price target for Centrus Energy has been raised to $390 from $310, as analysts factor in stronger long term revenue growth and margin assumptions that outweigh near term macro and dilution concerns reflected in recent target resets across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Centrus Energy reflects a widening gap between cautious near term price target trims and a more constructive long term outlook that underpins the new $390 target.LEU: Federal Funding And Equity Dilution Will Shape Future Expansion Balance
Analysts have nudged their price target for Centrus Energy modestly higher to approximately $280 from about $275, reflecting improved profitability expectations and a still constructive long term thesis, despite trimmed Street targets amid a tougher global demand backdrop and dilution considerations. Analyst Commentary Street research on Centrus Energy reflects a more nuanced stance, with tempered price targets but generally supportive views on the company’s long term positioning and execution potential.LEU: Federal Funding Decisions And Dilution Risk Will Shape Expansion Prospects
Centrus Energy's analyst price target has been revised downward, with analysts now forecasting a modest reduction from approximately $279 to $275 per share. This change reflects recent updates in demand outlook, company performance, and macroeconomic challenges highlighted in recent research notes.LEU: Future Expansion Hinges On Federal Decisions Amid Dilution Concerns
Analysts have revised the price target for Centrus Energy, raising it from approximately $258 to $279 per share. This reflects expectations of stronger revenue growth and continued confidence in the company's long-term prospects, despite some near-term challenges.Upcoming Plant Expansion and Global Partnerships Will Shape Nuclear Fuel Supply Chain
Analysts have raised their price target for Centrus Energy by $6. This change is attributed to increased confidence from recent strategic developments and stronger-than-expected earnings performance.Delayed DOE Awards Will Hinder Nuclear Fuel Potential
Analysts have increased their price target for Centrus Energy from $242.86 to $258.05. They cite growing confidence in the company's strategic partnerships and improved revenue forecasts as key reasons for this change.Delayed DOE Awards Will Hinder Nuclear Fuel Potential
Centrus Energy’s analyst price target was raised from $238.46 to $242.86, reflecting growing optimism driven by new international partnerships, extended government contracts, and its unique role in a resurgent nuclear sector. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlighted the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with credible international nuclear partners, signaling confidence in Centrus' role in the domestic nuclear fuel supply chain buildout.Delayed DOE Awards Will Hinder Nuclear Fuel Potential
Centrus Energy’s fair value target has increased to $238.46 as analysts cite strengthened industry position from major partnership agreements, extended federal contracts, and strategic importance in advanced nuclear supply chains—despite minor revenue misses—amid strong policy and investor support for domestic nuclear enrichment. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight Centrus' signing of an MOU with major Korean nuclear and industrial partners as a strong signal of industry confidence in its enrichment technology and role in the domestic nuclear fuel supply chain.Delayed DOE Awards Will Hinder Nuclear Fuel Potential
Analysts have raised Centrus Energy’s price target from $189.63 to $202.44, citing its unique position as the leading U.S. supplier for nuclear fuel amid accelerating government support, contract extensions, and increased private investment in advanced nuclear projects. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight Centrus Energy as uniquely positioned to rebuild the nuclear enrichment supply chain, being the only publicly traded, pure-play supplier with critical technology and infrastructure.
Future Revenue May Be Uncertain Despite Substantial Uranium Contracts
Strategic investments in manufacturing and securing DOE contracts position Centrus as a frontrunner in domestic uranium enrichment, boosting future revenue potential.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Centrus Energy makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 25 | 449 | 78 | 49 | 17 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 454 | 114 | 45 | 11 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 437 | 105 | 46 | 14 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 471 | 107 | 23 | 15 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 442 | 73 | 22 | 17 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 394 | 76 | -5 | 17 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 388 | 89 | -7 | 17 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 297 | 71 | 10 | 17 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 320 | 84 | 16 | 14 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 343 | 48 | 42 | 16 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 325 | 34 | 37 | 18 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 325 | 58 | 34 | 17 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 294 | 51 | 27 | 15 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 257 | 116 | -30 | 11 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 315 | 164 | -30 | 6 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 278 | 137 | -31 | 3 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 298 | 135 | -32 | 2 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 302 | 24 | 28 | 2 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 245 | -26 | 27 | 2 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 258 | -6 | 32 | 2 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 247 | 6 | 34 | 3 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 210 | 27 | 24 | 3 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 281 | 57 | 28 | 5 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 216 | 8 | 28 | 9 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 210 | -24 | 29 | 15 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 238 | -67 | 50 | 20 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 167 | -97 | 49 | 24 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 196 | -108 | 49 | 25 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 193 | -112 | 51 | 26 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 226 | -31 | 9 | 20 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 242 | -32 | 13 | 19 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 247 | -28 | 14 | 17 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 218 | 5 | 17 | 16 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 238 | -36 | 44 | 24 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 209 | -67 | 44 | 42 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 229 | -46 | 47 | 42 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 311 | -67 | 46 | 48 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 333 | -161 | 45 | 64 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 341 | -174 | 48 | 44 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 340 | -187 | 42 | 43 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 418 | -187 | 43 | 33 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 384 | -468 | 42 | 12 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 475 | 6 | 39 | 16 |
Quality Earnings: LEU has a high level of non-cash earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: LEU's current net profit margins (17.3%) are higher than last year (16.6%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: LEU has become profitable over the past 5 years, growing earnings by 16.1% per year.
Accelerating Growth: LEU's earnings growth over the past year (6.3%) is below its 5-year average (16.1% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: LEU earnings growth over the past year (6.3%) exceeded the Oil and Gas industry -2.6%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: LEU's Return on Equity (10.2%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/04/30 16:45 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/04/30 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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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
Centrus Energy Corp. is covered by 20 analysts. 13 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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| Lawson Winder | BofA Global Research |
| Ryan Pfingst | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |
| Vikram Bagri | Citigroup Inc |