BWX Technologies Inc (BWXT)

Currency in USD
137.74
+2.88(+2.14%)
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Day's Range
134.87138.75
52 wk Range
131.86241.82
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
134.86
Open
135.9
Day's Range
134.87-138.75
52 wk Range
131.86-241.82
Volume
362.06K
Average Volume (3m)
1.04M
1-Year Change
-26.2109%
Book Value / Share
14.57
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
217.69
Upside
+58.05%
Members' Sentiments
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RSI suggests the stock is in oversold territory

BWX Technologies Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Buy

Analyst Ratings

14 Buy
4 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
18 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 217.69
(+58.05% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
BofA Securities
Buy210.00+52.41%250.00MaintainOct 01, 2026
Guggenheim
Buy192.00+39.34%-New CoverageSep 14, 2026
Jefferies
Buy181.00+31.36%-New CoverageSep 03, 2026
Wells Fargo
Hold170.00+23.38%200.00UpgradeAug 27, 2026
Truist Securities
Hold202.00+46.60%212.00MaintainAug 14, 2026

BWX Technologies Inc SWOT Analysis


Nuclear Dominance
Explore BWX Technologies' unique position in nuclear technology for defense, including its monopoly in certain segments and long-term government contracts
Diversification Drive
Learn about BWXT's strategic expansion into medical and power sectors, leveraging nuclear expertise for potential growth and reduced reliance on defense contracts
Financial Outlook
Analysts project EPS growth from $3.20 to $3.50, with price targets ranging from $90 to $110, reflecting mixed views on BWXT's future performance
Industry Challenges
Delve into BWXT's navigation of naval sector headwinds, regulatory pressures, and the impact of government spending priorities on its business model
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BWX Technologies Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • Q2 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.07 beat estimates by $0.02, but revenue of $901.6M missed forecasts by $3.8M; shares fell 3.23% after hours.
  • Revenue rose 18% YoY driven by 72% growth in commercial operations; backlog surged 40% to $8.4B, signaling strong future demand visibility.
  • Company raised FY2026 free cash flow guidance to $345M-$360M and lifted commercial revenue growth outlook to ~45% from ~30% previously.
  • Management cited multi-decade nuclear growth cycle; expects 55% of H2 earnings in Q4 due to seasonality and increased capex to ~6-7% of sales.
  • Near-term margin pressure from capacity investments and commercial expansion to ~13%; CEO confident in securing new nuclear build orders by year-end.
Last Updated: 2026-08-03, 06:20 p/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
Aug 03, 2026
EPS / Forecast
1.07 / 1.05
Revenue / Forecast
901.6M / 905.36M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 3.86%
Dividend Yield
0.80%
Industry Median 1.12%
Annualized payout
1.08
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+5.39%
Growth Streak

BWXT Income Statement

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P/E Ratio
35.1x40.4x11.6x
PEG Ratio
1.72−0.800.03
Price/Book
9.3x4.9x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
3.5x1.9x1.2x
Upside (Analyst Target)
61.4%43.2%30.5%
Fair Value Upside
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BWX Technologies, Inc. manufactures and sells nuclear components in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company operates through two segments, Government Operations and Commercial Operations. It manufactures precision naval nuclear components, reactors, and nuclear fuel; close-tolerance and high-quality equipment for nuclear applications; critical nuclear components, fuels and assemblies for government and limited other uses; down blend government stockpiles of uranium; and fabricate fuel-bearing precision components. The company also supplies proprietary and sole-source valves, manifolds, and fittings to naval and commercial shipping customers; research reactor fuel elements for colleges, universities, and national laboratories; and components for defense applications. In addition, it manufactures commercial nuclear steam generators, nuclear fuel, fuel handling systems, pressure vessels, reactor components, heat exchangers, tooling delivery systems; and containers for the storage of nuclear fuel and other high-level nuclear waste. Further, the company supplies nuclear fuel, fuel handling systems, tooling delivery systems, nuclear-grade materials and precisely machined components; and manufactures medical radioisotopes, radiopharmaceuticals, and medical devices. Additionally, it provides specialized engineering services that include structural component design, 3-D thermal-hydraulic engineering analysis, weld and robotic process development, electrical and controls engineering and metallurgy and materials engineering; in-plant inspection, maintenance and modification services; and non-destructive examination and tooling/repair solutions. It also offers nuclear power plant lifecycle support and management services. The company was formerly known as The Babcock & Wilcox Company and changed its name to BWX Technologies, Inc. in June 2015. BWX Technologies, Inc. was founded in 1867 and is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Employees
10400

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
47.83M52.20%6.45B
Other Institutional Investors
38.16M41.65%5.15B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
5.64M6.15%760.01M
Total
91.62M100.00%12.36B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.13.23%12,123,7861,635,014
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC5.19%4,755,063641,268

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FAQ

What Is the BWX Technologies (BWXT) Stock Price Today?

The BWX Technologies stock price today is 137.74 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does BWX Technologies Trade On?

BWX Technologies is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for BWX Technologies?

The stock symbol for BWX Technologies is "BWXT."

Does BWX Technologies Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The BWX Technologies dividend yield is 0.8%.

What Is the BWX Technologies Market Cap?

As of today, BWX Technologies market cap is 12.63B USD.

What Is BWX Technologies's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The BWX Technologies EPS (TTM) is 3.86.

When Is the Next BWX Technologies Earnings Date?

BWX Technologies will release its next earnings report on Nov 02, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is BWXT a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has BWX Technologies Stock Split?

BWX Technologies has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does BWX Technologies Have?

BWX Technologies has 10400 employees.

What is the current trading status of BWX Technologies (BWXT)?

As of Oct 05, 2026, BWX Technologies (BWXT) is trading at a price of 137.74 USD, with a previous close of 134.86 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 134.87 USD to 138.75 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 131.86 USD to 241.82 USD.

What Is BWX Technologies (BWXT) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for BWX Technologies is 217.69 USD, with a high estimate of 290 USD and a low estimate of 165 USD. 14 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +58.05% Upside potential.

What Is the BWXT Premarket Price?

BWXT's last pre-market stock price is 135.06 USD. The pre-market share volume is 7,460.00, and the stock has decreased by 0.20, or 0.15%.

What Is the BWXT After Hours Price?

BWXT's last after hours stock price is 135.78 USD, the stock has decreased by 0.92, or 0.68%.
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