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The MarketVector™ Global Nuclear Innovators Index (MVNLRXTR) delivered a standout performance in May, soaring +56% in May as nuclear energy regained center stage.
What’s driving the surge?
A fresh wave of policy support is breathing new life into the sector. President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders in May aimed at streamlining regulations for next-generation nuclear reactors and strengthening domestic uranium supply chains. This policy momentum has sparked renewed investor interest and boosted sentiment across the nuclear ecosystem.
Why it matters
As the world accelerates towards AI and decarbonization, nuclear energy is increasingly viewed as a critical component. With its potential to provide consistent, low-carbon baseload power, nuclear innovation is gaining traction, and so are the companies leading the charge.
Exhibit: The MarketVector™ Global Nuclear Innovators Index (MVNLRXTR) May 2025 Performance

Top movers in the index include:
- $OKLO – pioneering small modular reactors
- $BWXT – advanced nuclear technologies and fuel services
- $SMR – commercial SMR development
- $LEU – uranium enrichment leader
- $NNE – nuclear infrastructure and solutions
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