Lightbridge (LTBR)
NASDAQ:LTBR
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LTBR Stock Chart & Stats
$15.17
-$0.50(-8.68%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$15.17
-$0.50(-8.68%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$8.85 - $31.34
Previous CloseN/A
Volume503.45K
Average Volume (3M)834.91K
Market Cap
$439.95M
Enterprise Value$110.06M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$215.67M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$0.00
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta2.41
Next Earnings
Aug 17, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.20
Shares Outstanding35,000,313
10 Day Avg. Volume766,268
30 Day Avg. Volume834,910
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio12.82
Price to Book (P/B)1.53
Price to Sales (P/S)0.00
P/FCF Ratio-21.70
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.25
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/Ebitda-5.66
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Intellectual Property ExpansionA granted European allowance broadens Lightbridge’s IP rights across major nuclear markets, strengthening a durable barrier to entry. Extended protection for multi-zone and additive manufacturing claims supports licensing leverage with fabricators and utilities over multi-year commercialization efforts.
Technical Validation ProgressCommencing ATR irradiation and planned post‑irradiation exams advances regulatory-grade data generation essential for fuel qualification. Sustained test results reduce technical risk, accelerate licensing dossiers, and increase likelihood of long-term adoption by utilities and fabricators.
Strong Cash Position & Debt-Free Balance SheetA large cash reserve and absence of debt provide extended runway to execute multi-year R&D, NRC engagement, and scale-up without near-term refinancing. This financial flexibility supports milestone-driven commercialization and strategic partnerships while preserving operational optionality.
Bears Say
Pre-Commercial StatusBeing pre-revenue means core commercial economics are unproven; licensing and royalty models hinge on successful qualification and customer adoption. Persistent lack of sales creates execution risk that could extend cash consumption timelines absent timely deployment agreements.
Consistent Cash BurnRising operating outflows indicate sustained funding needs to advance testing and licensing. Even with current cash, continued high burn could force dilutive financing or compromises on program pacing if milestones slip or additional partners/funding aren’t secured.
Regulatory & Qualification UncertaintyRegulatory approval is a multi-year, resource-intensive process with material timing and outcome uncertainty. Delays or additional data requirements from regulators could prolong commercialization, increase costs, and complicate partner commitments, affecting long-term revenue prospects.
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LTBR FAQ
What was Lightbridge’s price range in the past 12 months?
Lightbridge lowest stock price was $8.85 and its highest was $31.34 in the past 12 months.
What is Lightbridge’s market cap?
Lightbridge’s market cap is $439.95M.
When is Lightbridge’s upcoming earnings report date?
Lightbridge’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 17, 2026 which is in 105 days.
How were Lightbridge’s earnings last quarter?
Lightbridge released its earnings results on Apr 27, 2026. The company reported -$0.198 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -$0.198.
Is Lightbridge overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Lightbridge’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Lightbridge pay dividends?
Lightbridge does not currently pay dividends.
What is Lightbridge’s EPS estimate?
Lightbridge’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Lightbridge have?
Lightbridge has 35,000,313 shares outstanding.
What happened to Lightbridge’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Lightbridge reported an EPS of -$0.198 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4.494%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Lightbridge?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in LTBR
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Lightbridge Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 398.0K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 2.2%
Last 30 Days ▲ 11.5%
Last 30 Days ▲ 11.5%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
69.60%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-15.31%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
397.73%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Lightbridge
Lightbridge Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the design and development of nuclear fuel technology under the Lightbridge Fuel name. It focuses on developing and commercializing metallic nuclear fuels that could enhance resistance of nuclear fuel in existing and new nuclear reactors with a meaningful impact on addressing climate change and air pollution. The company was formerly known as Thorium Power, Ltd. and changed its name to Lightbridge Corporation in September 2009. Lightbridge Corporation is headquartered in Reston, Virginia.
LTBR Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed strong technical progress and a materially improved financial position, highlighted by the start of ATR irradiation testing, validated fabrication milestones, expanded INL scope and technical publications, and a cash balance that increased to $201.9 million (approximately +405% year-over-year) funded largely by a $176.0 million equity raise. At the same time, the company remains pre-commercial with significant regulatory, testing, and licensing work still required, used $14.3 million in operations in fiscal 2025, and faces timeline and execution risks tied to future post-irradiation examination and NRC engagement. Overall, positive execution and funding momentum outweigh near-term development and regulatory uncertainties.View all LTBR earnings summariesTechnical Analysis
Ownership Overview
5.09% Insiders
8.98% Mutual Funds
0.27% Other Institutional Investors
68.25% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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