BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) — Stock Score Summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) has a MoatMap StockRank of 43/100 based on Quality (63/100), Value (13/100), and Momentum (54/100) factor scores. The current signal is HOLD. BWX Technologies is a high-moat nuclear components manufacturer. As a sole-source supplier of nuclear reactors to the US Navy and a pioneer in commercial Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), it sits at the intersection of national security and clean energy transition. The structural floor in energy prices and the massive power demands of AI data centers are driving a powerful renaissance in nuclear energy, creating an asymmetric, multi-decade growth runway for this highly protected business.

BWX Technologies, Inc. is a leading supplier of nuclear components and fuel to the U.S. government, primarily for naval nuclear propulsion programs, and also provides services and nuclear energy technologies to commercial and international customers. Its highly specialized expertise and long-standing contracts with government agencies create a significant competitive barrier to entry. BWXT is a critical, vertically integrated player in the defense and nuclear power sectors, known for its advanced manufacturing capabilities.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$188.96
Market Cap$18.3B
P/E (TTM)50.73
P/E (Forward)36.73
Price/Book13.65
Return on Equity29.0%
Return on Invested Capital12.3%
Debt/Equity157.62
Gross Margin22.7%
Operating Margin10.4%
Revenue Growth26.1%
Dividend Yield0.6%
Free Cash Flow$166M

BWX Technologies, Inc. operates in the Aerospace & Defense industry, part of the Industrials sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BWX Technologies, Inc.’s (BWXT) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) is 43/100, with a Hold signal. It is a composite of Quality (63), Value (13), and Momentum (54) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does BWX Technologies, Inc. have an economic moat?
BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) has a Quality factor score of 63/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is BWX Technologies, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 43/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is BWX Technologies, Inc. in?
BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Aerospace & Defense industry (United States).