X-Energy Inc. is a leading developer of small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) and specialized nuclear fuel, aiming to revolutionize the clean energy sector. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, the company focuses on providing scalable, carbon-free energy solutions that can support both electricity generation and high-temperature industrial heat applications. The company's flagship technology is the Xe-100, a pebble-bed high-temperature gas-cooled reactor (HTGR). The Xe-100 is designed to be 'walk-away safe,' utilizing inherent safety features that allow the reactor to shut down and cool itself naturally without operator intervention or external power during an emergency. Each reactor module is designed to produce 80 megawatts of electricity (MWe), and they are intended to be deployed in four-unit 'packs' to create a 320 MWe power plant. In addition to reactor design, X-energy is a pioneer in nuclear fuel through its TRISO-X subsidiary. The company manufactures TRISO (TRi-structural ISOtropic) fuel particles, which consist of a kernel of enriched uranium encased in multiple layers of ceramic and carbon materials. This design prevents the release of radioactive fission products under even the most extreme conditions. X-energy is currently developing the first commercial-scale TRISO-X fuel fabrication facility in the United States to support its reactors and other advanced nuclear designs. X-energy has received significant backing from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) through the Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program (ARDP). The company has also established strategic partnerships with major industrial entities, such as Dow Inc., to deploy SMR technology at industrial sites for decarbonization. As a key player in the next generation of nuclear power, X-energy is positioned to address the global demand for reliable, zero-emission baseload power.
Gross margin measures the amount of revenue that remains after subtracting costs directly associated with production.
The EBITDA margin is a measure of a company's operating profit desconsidering D&A costs as a percentage of its revenue.
The EBIT margin is a measure of a company's operating profit considering D&A costs as a percentage of its revenue.
The net profit margin, or simply net margin, measures how much net income or profit is generated as a percentage of revenue. It is the ratio of net profits to revenues for a company or business segment.
Many companies have a high D&A in relation to the company's operating profit (EBITDA) and although this indicator does not have an effective cash effect, it ends up influencing the accounting net income, so analyzing this relationship can help to understand when D&A has a relevant impact to the company's results.
Shows the amount spent on investments in research and development in relation to the Net Revenue for the period. The company can use these investments to try to increase its revenue in the future.
Shows the amount spent on investments in Capex in relation to Net Revenue for the period. The company can use these investments to try to increase its revenue in the future.
Indicates a comparison between investments in fixed/intangible assets and the depreciation and amortization of some company assets. It serves to let managers know that the company's assets are devaluing periodically, and whether CAPEX has followed the same pace or not.
It shows the percentage of operating cash flow that the company uses in Capex (investments in fixed and intangible assets). When your result is greater than 100%, it demonstrates that there are expenses greater than what the company produces in its operations.
It demonstrates the percentage cost of Stock-Based Compensation compared to the company's operating cash flow. In some companies, the OCF is positive because of the SBC, which can lead to an incorrect cash flow analysis.
If the company has a lot of D&A, it helps to see if most of it tends to come from fixed assets. The account can include machinery, equipment, vehicles, buildings, land, office equipment, and furnishings, among other things.
If the company has a lot of D&A, it helps to see if most of it tends to come from Goodwill, that is an intangible asset that accounts for the excess purchase price of another company.
Return on equity (ROE) is the measure of a company's net income divided by its shareholders' equity and is a gauge of a corporation's profitability and how efficiently it generates those profits.
Return on invested capital (ROIC) is a calculation used to assess a company's efficiency in allocating capital to profitable investments. The formula for calculating ROIC involves dividing Net Income by the average of invested capital.
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