CCJ

Energy

Cameco Corporation · Uranium · $38B

UQS Score — Balanced Preset
55.8
Good

Cameco Corporation scores 55.8/100 using the Balanced preset.

UQS vs Energy Sector
CCJ
55.8
Sector avg
43.5
Quality
Neutral
Moat
Neutral
Growth
Good
Risk
Strong
Valuation
Neutral

What is Cameco Corporation?

Cameco Corporation is one of the world's largest uranium producers, supplying nuclear utilities across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Headquartered in Saskatoon, Canada, it was incorporated in 1987.

Cameco operates through two segments. The Uranium segment covers exploration, mining, milling, and the purchase and sale of uranium concentrate. The Fuel Services segment handles refining, conversion, and fabrication of uranium concentrate, including fuel bundles and reactor components for CANDU reactors.

Cameco was incorporated in 1987 and is headquartered in Saskatoon, Canada.

  • Uranium mining and milling
  • Uranium concentrate sales
  • Fuel conversion and refining services
  • CANDU reactor fuel bundles

Is CCJ a Good Stock to Buy?

UQS Score rates CCJ as Good overall.

Cameco's strongest pillars are Growth and Risk, reflecting expanding demand for uranium and the company's position as a major, established supplier in a supply-constrained market.

Quality and Moat are rated Neutral, and Valuation is Elevated, suggesting the market has already priced in much of the nuclear energy revival narrative.

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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.

Does CCJ pay dividends?

Yes — Cameco Corporation pays a dividend.

Cameco pays a regular dividend, reflecting its status as a large, established producer rather than a pure-growth explorer. The dividend cadence is consistent with its position as a mature operator in the nuclear fuel cycle.

When does CCJ report earnings?

Cameco reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for TSX- and NYSE-listed equities.

Cameco's recent results have reflected the broader recovery in uranium demand as utilities seek long-term supply contracts. Revenue trends have been supported by higher realized uranium prices relative to prior years.

For the most recent quarter's results, visit Cameco's investor relations page at cameco.com.

CCJ Price History

+256.8% over 5Y

Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.

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What if I invested in Cameco Corporation?

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Today it would be worth
$51,516
That's a +415% total return, or +38.8% annualized.

Based on Cameco Corporation's historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cameco do?

Cameco mines, mills, and sells uranium concentrate to nuclear utilities worldwide. It also provides fuel conversion and fabrication services, including reactor components for CANDU reactors, through its Fuel Services segment.

Does CCJ pay dividends?

Yes, Cameco pays a regular dividend. As a large, established uranium producer, it returns capital to shareholders while also investing in its mining and fuel services operations.

When does CCJ report earnings?

Cameco reports on a quarterly cadence. For exact dates, check the investor relations section of cameco.com, as our data source does not cover specific upcoming earnings dates.

Is CCJ a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates CCJ as Good, with Strong Growth and Risk pillars. However, Valuation is Elevated, meaning investors should weigh the uranium demand outlook against current pricing. The full pillar breakdown is available to Pro members.

Is CCJ overvalued?

CCJ's Valuation pillar is rated Elevated, indicating the stock trades at a premium relative to fundamental benchmarks. This reflects strong market enthusiasm for uranium's role in the global energy transition.

What is CCJ's market cap bracket?

Cameco is a large-cap company, making it one of the most significant publicly traded uranium producers globally and a common benchmark for investors seeking exposure to nuclear fuel.

Who founded Cameco Corporation?

Cameco was formed in 1988 through the merger of Saskatchewan Mining Development Corporation and Eldorado Nuclear Limited, both Canadian Crown corporations. It became a publicly traded company and is headquartered in Saskatoon, Canada.

Is CCJ a long-term quality indicator?

As a long-term quality indicator, CCJ scores Good on the UQS framework. Its Strong Growth pillar reflects durable uranium demand tailwinds, though Neutral Quality and Moat scores suggest investors should monitor operational and competitive developments over time.

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CCJ — Score History

50556065Jul 11Jul 29Aug 16Sep 3Sep 21Oct 8
Score changes· 13 most recent
DateUQSQualityMoatGrowthRiskValueChange
Jul 25, 202655.840.746.066.793.245.5+0.1
Jul 24, 202655.740.646.066.793.245.00.0
Jul 23, 202655.740.646.066.793.244.7-0.1
Jul 22, 202655.840.746.067.193.245.2-0.3
Jul 21, 202656.140.846.067.193.246.5+0.1
Jul 20, 202656.040.846.067.193.246.20.0
Jul 18, 202656.040.846.066.993.246.2+0.1
Jul 17, 202655.940.746.066.993.245.6+0.5
Jul 16, 202655.440.646.065.593.244.4+0.1
Jul 15, 202655.340.646.065.393.244.2-0.1

CCJ — Pillar Breakdown

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Quality

— 40.7/100 (25%)

Cameco Corporation has average quality metrics, with room for improvement in margins or capital efficiency.

Capital Efficiency (ROIC)Weak

How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.

Return on EquityModerate

Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.

Operating ProfitabilityModerate

Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.

Net ProfitabilityStrong

Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.

Gross Profit / AssetsWeak

Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.

Cash GenerationWeak

Free cash flow relative to market value.

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Growth

— 66.7/100 (20%)

Cameco Corporation demonstrates healthy growth trends across revenue and earnings.

Recent Revenue TrendModerate

Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.

3Y Revenue CAGRStrong

Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.

EPS GrowthStrong

Year-over-year earnings per share growth.

Forward Revenue OutlookModerate

Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.

Forward EPS GrowthStrong

Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.

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Risk

— 93.2/100 (15%)

Cameco Corporation carries minimal financial risk with conservative leverage and strong solvency.

Financial LeverageStrong

Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.

Debt/EquityStrong

Total debt relative to shareholder equity.

Current RatioStrong

Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.

Interest CoverageModerate

Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.

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Valuation

— 45.5/100 (15%)

Cameco Corporation has a mixed valuation — some metrics suggest fair value while others appear stretched.

Earnings YieldWeak

Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.

Price to Free Cash FlowModerate

How many years of FCF the market cap represents.

PEG RatioStrong

P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.

EV/EBITDA vs SectorWeak

Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.

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Moat

— 46/100 (25%)

Cameco Corporation possesses some competitive advantages but faces meaningful competition. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for CCJ.

Score Composition

Quality
40.7×25%10.2
Growth
66.7×20%13.3
Risk
93.2×15%14.0
Valuation
45.5×15%6.8
Moat
46.0×25%11.5
Total
55.8Good

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How is the CCJ UQS Score Calculated?

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Cameco Corporation is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses Cameco Corporation's competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether Cameco Corporation is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

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