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 Ratio30.39
Forward P/E Ratio24.33
P/E Growth2.24
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$1.69 billion
Price / Sales3.68
Cash Flow$2.6041 per share
Price / Cash23.92
Book Value$2.87 per share
Price / Book21.70
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 announced a quarterly dividend on Monday, May 7th. Stockholders of record on Friday, May 18th will be paid a dividend of $0.16 per share on Wednesday, June 6th. This represents a $0.64 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.03%. 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 declared that its board has initiated a stock buyback program on Friday, April 7th 2017, which authorizes the company to buyback $150,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This buyback authorization authorizes the company to reacquire up to 3.5% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock buyback programs are generally an indication that the company's management believes its stock is undervalued.
How were BWX Technologies' earnings last quarter?
BWX Technologies Inc (NYSE:BWXT) released its quarterly earnings data on Friday, May, 4th. The technology company reported $0.67 EPS for the quarter, beating the Zacks' consensus estimate of $0.61 by $0.06. The technology company earned $457 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $447.20 million. BWX Technologies had a net margin of 9.24% and a return on equity of 72.41%. The firm's quarterly revenue was up 6.8% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period last year, the firm posted $0.55 EPS. 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 updated its FY18 earnings guidance on Friday, May, 4th. The company provided EPS guidance of $2.45 to 2.55 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus 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?
9 analysts have issued 12-month price objectives for BWX Technologies' stock. Their forecasts range from $62.00 to $89.00. On average, they anticipate BWX Technologies' share price to reach $71.25 in the next year. View Analyst Ratings for BWX Technologies.
What are Wall Street analysts saying about BWX Technologies stock?
Here are some recent quotes from research analysts about BWX Technologies stock:
- 1. Drexel Hamilton analysts commented, "We believe this is important because critics have implied that a neutron- capture approach, which BWXT uses, is not able to produce ‘High Specific Activity’/HSA Mo-99. Our view is that BWXT mgmt is very comfortable that its proprietary approach can produce an end-product that is plug and play for the medical isotope industry, and our understanding is that the firm has actually already demonstrated the process." (6/21/2018)
- 2. According to Zacks Investment Research, "BWX Technologies, Inc. supplies precision manufactured components and services to the commercial nuclear power industry. The company offers technical, management and site services to governments in complex facilities and environmental remediation activities. It operates primarily in Lynchburg, Va., Ohio and Cambridge, Ontario. BWX Technologies, Inc., formerly known as Babcock & Wilcox Company, is headquartered in Lynchburg, Va. " (5/10/2018)
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?
Media stories about BWXT stock have trended somewhat positive on Saturday, Accern Sentiment reports. The research group scores the sentiment of media coverage by reviewing more than twenty million blog and news sources in real time. Accern ranks coverage of publicly-traded companies on a scale of negative one to one, with scores nearest to one being the most favorable. BWX Technologies earned a news sentiment score of 0.16 on Accern's scale. They also gave news coverage about the technology company an impact score of 46.75 out of 100, meaning that recent media coverage is somewhat unlikely to have an impact on the company's share price in the near term.
Who are BWX Technologies' major shareholders?
BWX Technologies' stock is owned by a variety of of institutional and retail 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 bought 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 $62.29.
How big of a company is BWX Technologies?
BWX Technologies has a market capitalization of $6.29 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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