{
  "id": 18450984,
  "title": "Centrus Energy stock rating upgraded to Buy at Roth/MKM on revenue risk mitigation",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/centrus-energy-stock-rating-upgraded-to-buy-at-roth-mkm-on-revenue",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-11-06T05:52:56.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Investing.com",
    "slug": "investing-com",
    "url": "https://www.investing.com/news/analyst-ratings/centrus-energy-stock-rating-upgraded-to-buy-at-rothmkm-on-revenue-risk-mitigation-93CH-5006546"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Investing.com's Roth/MKM upgraded Centrus Energy Corp. (NYSE: LEU) to a \"Buy\" rating with a price target of $115.00, downgrading its previous \"Neutral\" stance. The firm explained that Centrus shares reached a high of over $450 per share in October 2025, driven by growing investor momentum during the first half of 2025. However, the stock has since plummeted nearly 80%, trading at $89.03, just above its 52-week low of $84.86, and resulting in a 68% decline over the past year. Despite this downward trend, Centrus has taken significant steps to mitigate potential downside risks. The company secured substantial government funding, raised public capital, and accomplished major milestones. Additionally, Centrus secured a new contract without Russian involvement and acquired Westerman Holdings. The primary concern for Roth/MKM had been a projected revenue decline in 2028 due to a ban on Russian uranium imports, set to take effect on January 1, 2028, unless altered by the U.S. government. The firm believes Centrus has effectively addressed this near-term risk through its recent contract and acquisition. While the stock's Relative Strength Index (RSI) suggests it may be oversold, the Fair Value analysis indicates the stock is slightly overvalued at current levels. An InvestingPro tip supports the upgrade, suggesting the current moment is ideal for the \"Buy\" rating while maintaining the $115 price target. For comprehensive analysis, investors can consult the Pro Research Report covering LEU and over 1,400 other U.S. equities. Meanwhile, Centrus Energy reported a larger-than-expected loss for the third quarter of 2026, with an adjusted loss of $0.46 per share, falling short of the projected $0.02 per share. Revenue for the quarter was $55.5 million, compared to the anticipated $64.87 million. Despite missing earnings and revenue forecasts, Centrus highlighted notable operational achievements, including the completion of its first domestically manufactured centrifuge. The company's focus on operational milestones underscores its commitment to advancing its technological infrastructure. Investors and analysts are expected to closely monitor Centrus Energy's performance in the upcoming quarters.",
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}