Centrus Energy (NYSE: LEU) experienced a remarkable rise in 2025, with its stock surging 500% by mid-October and closing the year with a 264.4% gain, as reported by S&P Global Market Intelligence. This surge coincided with significant reforms in the U.S. nuclear energy sector, spurred by President Donald Trump’s executive orders aimed at quadrupling domestic nuclear capacity to 400 GW by 2050. The process of turning mined uranium ore into usable nuclear fuel involves milling, conversion, and enrichment. The year marked a pivotal moment for the industry, reflecting a renewed focus on nuclear energy in the United States.
