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VanEck Uranium+Nuclear Energy ETF(NLR)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for NLR
09/18/2026: NLR (1-star) is a SELL. SELL for 3 days. Simulated Profits (-13.43%). Updated daily EoD!
NLR offers a diversified entry point into the nuclear energy sector, capturing the full spectrum from uranium mining to utility power generation. Its main strength lies in this balanced approach, which provides institutional-grade management through VanEck while mitigating the extreme volatility seen in pure-play commodity funds. Investors typically use NLR as a thematic satellite holding to gain exposure to the clean energy transition. However, investors must be aware of risks including high sector concentration, regulatory sensitivity, and commodity price fluctuations. It is best suited for growth-oriented investors who can tolerate volatility and are monitoring global policy shifts toward nuclear energy.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | Investors seeking exposure to the long-term thematic growth of nuclear energy as a clean power source. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Momentum traders can capitalize on the strong cyclical uptrends often seen in the uranium and energy sectors. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | While utility holdings may offer value, the volatility of the mining sector can complicate traditional valuation metrics. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Mixed fit | Some utility companies in the fund pay dividends, but the primary focus of the ETF is capital appreciation rather than yield. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The sector's inherent exposure to geopolitical risks and commodity price swings makes it unsuitable for low-risk portfolios. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is one with a long-term time horizon and an interest in clean energy, who is comfortable with high volatility and regulatory-driven risks.
Suitability
Best suited for long-term thematic investors looking to gain exposure to the nuclear sector as part of a diversified portfolio.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | The nuclear and commodity sectors are prone to large price swings driven by geopolitical and regulatory news. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | General equity market downturns will likely drag down the performance of the underlying holdings. |
| Concentration | High | The ETF focuses on a very narrow segment of the global energy market, increasing sector-specific risk. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The fund maintains a reasonable expense ratio and tracks its benchmark index with high fidelity. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Trading less liquid small-cap mining stocks can sometimes result in wider spreads during market stress. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The sector is heavily reliant on government policy and regulatory approval, which poses business continuity risks. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
NLR exhibits higher-than-average volatility due to its reliance on uranium commodity cycles and capital-intensive infrastructure projects.
Market Risk
The primary risk is sector-specific, stemming from heavy regulatory involvement and the potential for negative public sentiment toward nuclear energy.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry | Electric Utilities | 45 | Utilities represent the stable, power-generating side of the nuclear energy investment thesis. |
| Industry | Uranium Mining & Exploration | 35 | Mining exposure provides direct link to the underlying commodity price of uranium fuel. |
| Industry | Nuclear Engineering & Equipment | 18 | Companies providing technology and maintenance support are essential for reactor operation and new builds. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 2 | Small cash position held for liquidity and administrative purposes. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 12.19% | Avg. Invested days 36 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | ETF Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/18/2026 |
ETF Fundamentals 
Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Sep 18, 2026
Fund Basics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fund Size (AUM) | $3.73B |
| Issuer | VanEck |
| Expense Ratio | 0.61% |
| Distribution Yield | 2.67% |
| Inception | Aug 13, 2007 |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | -13.56% |
| 1 Year | -13.40% |
| 3 Year | +17.89% |
| 5 Year | +16.78% |
| 10 Year | +11.40% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 43.7% |
| 3Y Volatility | 34.49% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 0.71 |
Ratings
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Morningstar Rating | ★★★★★ |
| Sustainability Rating | 2 / 5 |
| Benchmark | MSCI ACWI NR USD |
Market Cap Distribution
| Cap Size | Weight |
|---|---|
| Large Cap | 33.53% |
| Small Cap | 27.56% |
| Mid Cap | 22.57% |
| Micro Cap | 16.35% |
Top Sectors
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Energy | 49.74% |
| Utilities | 31.32% |
| Industrials | 17.44% |
| Technology | 1.51% |
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Characteristics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Portfolio P/E | 25.84x |
| Portfolio P/B | 2.09x |
| Portfolio P/S | 5.1x |
| Holdings Turnover | 41.0% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| Constellation Energy | 8.97% |
| Cameco | 8.03% |
| Fortum Oyj | 7.25% |
| Public Service Enterprise Group | 6.56% |
| BWX Technologies | 5.45% |
Upturn AI Summary
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