NuScale Power Shares Drop 6.68% in Two Days Despite NRC Approval Ranking 249th in Trading Volume

NuScale Power (SMR) shares fell 3.86% on June 13, 2025, marking the second consecutive day of decline, with a total decrease of 6.68% over the past two days. The trading volume for the day was 3.87 billion, ranking 249th in the overall market.

NuScale Power recently received approval from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) for its uprated 250 MWt (77 MWe) NuScale Power Module™ (NPM). This regulatory milestone signifies the company's commitment to reducing risk, optimizing processes, and ensuring future success for its customers. The approval underscores NuScale's focus on innovation and foresight, qualities that set it apart in an industry facing operational and financial challenges.

NuScale has learned from past industry experiences, such as the Vogtle project, which faced delays and cost overruns due to a less mature design and excessive licensing details. In response, NuScale invested in creating a mature and advanced design, differentiating what truly matters to regulatory agencies from actions that complicate the licensing process. This approach has resulted in a standard design approval document that prioritizes safety and provides a clear path for future licensees to comply.

NuScale's optimized license documents offer flexibility for customers, focusing on the factory-manufactured NuScale Power Module, which is transported to the plant site. This design approach mitigates risks that often derail similar projects, aligning with the needs and priorities of customers. The company's decision to pursue licensing under NRC Part 52, rather than Part 50, further streamlines the process, reducing regulatory risk and making COLA applications faster, lower risk, and more predictable for future customers.

NuScale's track record of delivering projects early, on time, and under budget highlights the scalability and reliability of its process. This commitment to results serves as a testament to the company's ability to empower utilities around the globe to meet their energy goals effectively and efficiently. The NRC's approval opens the door for the deployment of advanced clean energy solutions, addressing the challenges of climate change and energy security. NuScale remains steadfast in its mission to improve the quality of life for people around the world through clean, affordable, and reliable energy.