Top 3 Uranium Stocks to Watch
Feb 20, 2026
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Uranium has gained importance mainly because it sits at the center of the global clean energy transition, energy security concerns, and geopolitical shifts.
India currently has no pure-play uranium mining companies listed on Indian stock exchanges.
For indirect exposure in India, investors can consider companies tied to the nuclear fuel cycle and infrastructure supporting nuclear power. Most commercial nuclear reactors around the world use uranium as their primary fuel.
Indian companies are involved in nuclear power plant construction, equipment manufacturing, engineering, or related infrastructure.
Here are three such stocks...
We have selected companies based on ROE, proven past track record and strong growth prospects in the future.
#1 Bharat Heavy Electricals (BHEL)
BHEL is one of India's largest public-sector engineering companies and plays an important role in the country's nuclear power infrastructure.
It manufactures and supplies critical equipment used in nuclear power plants, including steam turbines, turbo-generators, heat exchangers, pumps and heavy electrical systems, control & instrumentation systems.
These components are essential for converting nuclear heat into electricity.
Financial Highlights of BHEL
| Rs m |
FY23 |
FY24 |
FY25 |
| Net Sales |
197,989 |
201,068 |
237,877 |
| Operating Profit |
15,321 |
12,552 |
18,646 |
| Net Profit Margin (%) |
3.3 |
1.4 |
2.2 |
| Profit After Tax |
6,541 |
2,822 |
5,339 |
Source: Equitymaster
On the financial front, BHEL performed well, with revenues growing by 16.4% in Q3 FY26 to Rs 84,731 m, when compared YoY. The net profits surged by 221% to Rs 3,742 m led by increase in revenues and better operational efficiencies.
Moving ahead, BHEL has an outstanding order book of Rs 2,228 bn as of 31 December 2025. 80% of this is order is from the power sector, while the balance is from industry including exports.
BHEL has supplied equipment for multiple reactors operated by Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL). If more reactors are approved and executed, BHEL could benefit through new equipment orders, higher order book visibility and long-term maintenance contracts.
With India expanding its electricity infrastructure - including thermal, hydro, transmission and nuclear - BHEL stands to benefit as a key equipment and services provider.
The country's focus on energy security and capacity additions supports new orders in conventional power segments, at least in the medium term.
#2 Hindustan Construction Company (HCC)
HCC has built 5,780 MW of India's 9,580 MW of nuclear power generation capacity.
It's among the select few in the country that can build the core of a nuclear power plant, one of the most complex structures.
The company has built plants that account for more than 60% of India's nuclear power capacity.
Financial Highlights of HCC
| Rs m |
FY23 |
FY24 |
FY25 |
| Net Sales |
82,699 |
70,068 |
56,034 |
| Operating Profit |
6,015 |
8039 |
9170 |
| Net Profit Margin (%) |
-0.6 |
7.6 |
2.0 |
| Profit After Tax |
-525 |
5,294 |
1,126 |
Source: Equitymaster
HCC reported standalone revenue and net profit of Rs 9,218 m and Rs 859 m respectively in Q3 FY26, against Rs 10,021 m in revenue and losses in Q3 FY25.
The company's order book was Rs 131.48 bn as of 31 December 2025.
HCC secured two orders aggregating Rs 14.78 bn in a joint venture from the Northern Frontier Railways, in which HCC holds 65% stake.
The company is also the lowest bidder in projects worth Rs 26.75 bn and the bid pipeline remains robust at Rs 538.2 bn, reflecting strong business momentum and a healthy outlook.
Meanwhile, the company has strengthened its balance sheet with a Rs 10 bn tights Issue which was subscribed 200%.
The company is currently benefiting from aggressive debt reduction, a massive infrastructure push in India, and its unique dominance in high-barrier sectors like nuclear power.
#3 MTAR Technologies
MTAR Technologies has been a key contributor to India's civilian nuclear power program. It has a partnership with NPCIL and delivers precision-engineered products for the cores of nuclear reactors.
The comprehensive product portfolio in the nuclear segment includes complex assemblies such as fuel machining heads, drive mechanisms, bridge and column assemblies, and coolant Channel assemblies, among others.
Financial Highlights of MTAR Technologies
| Rs m |
FY23 |
FY24 |
FY25 |
| Net Sales |
5,738 |
5,808 |
6,760 |
| Operating Profit |
1,735 |
1,185 |
1,260 |
| Net Profit Margin (%) |
18 |
9.7 |
7.8 |
| Profit After Tax |
1,034 |
561 |
529 |
Source: Equitymaster
During the current fiscal year, the company received its highest ever order inflows in the clean energy fuel cells and civil nuclear segments. The order book at the end of Q3 was Rs 23.94 bn.
The management is confident of sustaining the growth momentum and expects rapid growth over the next 3 years, due to the order book, favourable industrial trends and good execution.
They also anticipate meaningful improvement in margins over the coming quarters, supported by operating leverage and favourable shift in product mix towards higher volume production.
Return ratios could improve further, due to high asset turnover ratio in the clean energy segment.
Investors should evaluate the company's fundamentals, corporate governance, and valuations of the stock as key factors when conducting due diligence before making investment decisions.
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