BWX Technologies, Inc. manufactures and sells nuclear components to the United States government. The company operates in three segments: Nuclear Operations, Technical Services, and Nuclear Energy. The Nuclear Operations segment offers precision naval nuclear components and reactors; close-tolerance and equipment for nuclear applications; and components for defense applications, as well as critical nuclear components, fuels, and assemblies for government and other uses. This segment also converts or downblends high-enriched uranium into low-enriched fuel for use in commercial reactors to generate electricity. The Technical Services segment provides uranium processing, environmental site restoration, and management and operating services to support governments in the operation of complex facilities and environmental remediation activities. The Nuclear Energy segment designs, licenses, manufactures, and delivers commercial nuclear steam generators, pressure vessels, reactor components, heat exchangers, and other auxiliary equipment, including containers for the storage of spent nuclear fuel and other waste. This segment also offers engineering and licensing services for new nuclear plant designs; services for steam generators and balance of plant equipment; and nondestructive examination and tooling/repair solutions for other plant systems and components. The company was formerly known as The Babcock & Wilcox Company and changed its name to BWX Technologies, Inc. in June 2015. BWX Technologies, Inc. was founded in 1867 and is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Engines & turbines
Sub-IndustryN/A
SectorComputer and Technology
SymbolNYSE:BWXT
CUSIPN/A
Phone980-365-4300
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio1.37
Current Ratio2.15
Quick Ratio2.15
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio30.71
Forward P/E Ratio24.59
P/E Growth2.33
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$1.69 billion
Price / Sales3.72
Cash Flow$2.5383 per share
Price / Cash24.80
Book Value$2.87 per share
Price / Book21.93
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$2.05
Net Income$147.84 million
Net Margins9.24%
Return on Equity72.41%
Return on Assets13.20%
Miscellaneous
Employees6,100
Outstanding Shares99,680,000
BWX Technologies (NYSE:BWXT) Frequently Asked Questions
What is BWX Technologies' stock symbol?
BWX Technologies trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "BWXT."
How often does BWX Technologies pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for BWX Technologies?
BWX Technologies declared a quarterly dividend on Monday, May 7th. Shareholders of record on Friday, May 18th will be given a dividend of $0.16 per share on Wednesday, June 6th. This represents a $0.64 annualized dividend and a yield of 1.02%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, May 17th. View BWX Technologies' Dividend History.
How will BWX Technologies' stock buyback program work?
BWX Technologies announced that its Board of Directors has initiated a stock repurchase plan on Friday, April 7th 2017, which permits the company to repurchase $150,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This repurchase authorization permits the company to repurchase up to 3.5% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock repurchase plans are generally an indication that the company's leadership believes its shares are undervalued.
How were BWX Technologies' earnings last quarter?
BWX Technologies Inc (NYSE:BWXT) released its quarterly earnings results on Friday, May, 4th. The technology company reported $0.67 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $0.61 by $0.06. The technology company earned $457 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $447.20 million. BWX Technologies had a return on equity of 72.41% and a net margin of 9.24%. The company's quarterly revenue was up 6.8% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the firm earned $0.55 earnings per share. View BWX Technologies' Earnings History.
When is BWX Technologies' next earnings date?
What guidance has BWX Technologies issued on next quarter's earnings?
BWX Technologies issued an update on its FY18 earnings guidance on Friday, May, 4th. The company provided earnings per share guidance of $2.45 to 2.55 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus earnings per share estimate of $2.51. The company issued revenue guidance of $1.75 to 1.85 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $1.84 billion.
What price target have analysts set for BWXT?
8 Wall Street analysts have issued 1 year price objectives for BWX Technologies' shares. Their predictions range from $62.00 to $89.00. On average, they expect BWX Technologies' stock price to reach $70.2857 in the next twelve months. View Analyst Ratings for BWX Technologies.
Who are some of BWX Technologies' key competitors?
Some companies that are related to BWX Technologies include Cummins (CMI), Brunswick (BC), Mosenergo (AOMOY), TPI Composites (TPIC), China Yuchai International (CYD), Briggs & Stratton (BGG), Westport Fuel Systems (WPRT), Terra Tech (TRTC), Power Solutions International (PSIX), Capstone Turbine (CPST), REGI U.S. (RGUS), American Power Group Corp. Common Stock (APGI) and Coates International (COTE).
Who are BWX Technologies' key executives?
BWX Technologies' management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. John A. Fees, Exec. Chairman (Age 60)
- Mr. Rex D. Geveden, Pres, CEO & Director (Age 56)
- Mr. David S. Black, Sr. VP, CFO & Treasurer (Age 56)
- Mr. James D. Canafax, Sr. VP, Gen. Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer & Corp. Sec. (Age 47)
- Mr. Jason S. Kerr, VP & Chief Accounting Officer (Age 41)
Has BWX Technologies been receiving favorable news coverage?
News stories about BWXT stock have trended somewhat negative on Wednesday, according to Accern Sentiment. The research firm scores the sentiment of press coverage by reviewing more than twenty million news and blog sources. Accern ranks coverage of companies on a scale of -1 to 1, with scores closest to one being the most favorable. BWX Technologies earned a news impact score of -0.02 on Accern's scale. They also gave news coverage about the technology company an impact score of 40.10 out of 100, meaning that recent press coverage is somewhat unlikely to have an effect on the company's share price in the next several days.
Who are BWX Technologies' major shareholders?
BWX Technologies' stock is owned by a variety of of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include BlackRock Inc. (5.82%), Artisan Partners Limited Partnership (3.99%), Wells Fargo & Company MN (2.84%), Franklin Resources Inc. (1.60%), Alkeon Capital Management LLC (1.35%) and OppenheimerFunds Inc. (0.92%). Company insiders that own BWX Technologies stock include David S Black, Harbour Group LP Blue, James D Canafax, Jason S Kerr, John A Fees, Joseph G Henry and Rex D Geveden. View Institutional Ownership Trends for BWX Technologies.
Which institutional investors are selling BWX Technologies stock?
BWXT stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Victory Capital Management Inc., Artisan Partners Limited Partnership, Cardinal Capital Management LLC CT, Wells Fargo & Company MN, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Loomis Sayles & Co. L P, Monarch Partners Asset Management LLC and Russell Investments Group Ltd.. Company insiders that have sold BWX Technologies company stock in the last year include David S Black, Harbour Group LP Blue, Jason S Kerr, John A Fees and Joseph G Henry. View Insider Buying and Selling for BWX Technologies.
Which institutional investors are buying BWX Technologies stock?
BWXT stock was acquired by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Millennium Management LLC, Carillon Tower Advisers Inc., BlackRock Inc., Natixis, OMERS ADMINISTRATION Corp, OppenheimerFunds Inc., WINTON GROUP Ltd and Natixis Advisors L.P.. View Insider Buying and Selling for BWX Technologies.
How do I buy shares of BWX Technologies?
Shares of BWXT can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is BWX Technologies' stock price today?
One share of BWXT stock can currently be purchased for approximately $62.95.
How big of a company is BWX Technologies?
BWX Technologies has a market capitalization of $6.52 billion and generates $1.69 billion in revenue each year. The technology company earns $147.84 million in net income (profit) each year or $2.05 on an earnings per share basis. BWX Technologies employs 6,100 workers across the globe.
How can I contact BWX Technologies?
BWX Technologies' mailing address is 800 MAIN STREET 4TH FLOOR, LYNCHBURG VA, 24504. The technology company can be reached via phone at 980-365-4300 or via email at [email protected]
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