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Lightbridge Q3 net loss widens on higher R&D, administrative costs

By Reuters News


Overview

  • U.S. nuclear fuel developer's Q3 net loss widened yr/yr as R&D and G&A costs rose

  • Company reported no revenue for Q3 2026

  • Company selected for DOE Launch Pad INL program to accelerate fuel commercialization


Outlook

  • Company says participation in DOE Launch Pad INL program may accelerate commercialization timeline


Result Drivers

  • HIGHER G&A COSTS - Increased employee compensation, professional services, and other administrative expenses drove up G&A costs

  • HIGHER R&D SPENDING - Increased employee compensation, IT expenses, and INL project costs contributed to higher R&D spending

  • HIGHER INTEREST INCOME - Increased interest income from higher cash balances partially offset operating losses


Company press release:


Key Details

Metric

Beat/Miss

Actual

Consensus Estimate

Q3 Loss Per Share

$0.23


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(This story was created using Reuters automation and AI based on LSEG and company data. It was checked and edited by a Reuters journalist prior to publication.)

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