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title: "Nuclear Stocks Rise As White House Launches Space Nuclear Power Strategy"
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description: "Nuclear stocks are rising following the White House's launch of the National Initiative for American Space Nuclear Power. This initiative aims to develop nuclear power and propulsion systems for space missions, with plans to deploy reactors in orbit by 2028 and on the Moon by 2030. Key players like Oklo, Inc. and Eagle Nuclear Energy Corp. are seeing significant stock increases, with Oklo up 2.59% and Eagle Nuclear up 7.88%. The initiative emphasizes collaboration among federal agencies to enhance nuclear technology for extended space exploration."
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# Nuclear Stocks Rise As White House Launches Space Nuclear Power Strategy

Nuclear stocks are climbing this week following a White House policy directive launching the National Initiative for American Space Nuclear Power.

-   Oklo stock is charging ahead with explosive momentum. What’s fueling OKLO momentum?

## **What The Initiative Includes**

The National Initiative for American Space Nuclear Power establishes a coordinated federal strategy to develop and deploy nuclear power and propulsion systems for space missions. 

The directive calls for collaboration across agencies including NASA, the Department of Energy and the Department of Defense to accelerate the development of space-based nuclear technologies. 

The initiative outlines plans to deploy nuclear reactors in orbit as early as 2028 and on the lunar surface by 2030, supporting long-duration missions beyond low-Earth orbit. 

It also includes efforts to develop propulsion systems and power infrastructure capable of enabling sustained operations on the Moon and future deep-space missions. 

## **Technology And Development Goals**

The policy directs federal agencies to advance nuclear technologies that can provide reliable power and propulsion for extended space exploration.

It emphasizes testing and demonstrating these systems through future missions, while also strengthening the domestic industrial base and supporting private-sector participation in development efforts.

The initiative further establishes timelines, funding structures and procurement strategies aimed at accelerating deployment and ensuring cost-effective progress.

Stocks rallying this week include **Oklo, Inc.** (NYSE:OKLO) and **Eagle Nuclear Energy Corp.** (NYSE:NUCL).

## Nuclear Stocks Rally

**Price Action:** At the time of publication, Eagle Nuclear shares are trading 7.88% higher at $10.27 and Oklo shares are trading 2.59% higher at $64.99, according to data from Benzinga Pro.

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