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BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT)
- Market cap
- $12.57B
- P/E
- 35.95
- Dividend yield
- 0.77%
- Street target
- $225.00median of 18 analysts
- 52-week range
- $131.60 $241.82
The short version
Where BWXT stands today, in four lines, and what CleaRank Financial AI makes of it.
BWXT at a glance
BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT): Buy, 74/100 on CleaRank's AI score.
- Trend Down: the price is below both its 50- and 200-day moving averages ($151.15 and $188.14).
- Earnings BWXT beat estimates in 7 of its last 7 quarters, yet fell the next day after 4 of those beats.
- Insiders Insiders sold $14.4M and made no open-market purchases over the last 18 months.
- Valuation P/E of 35.9 against 34.0 for the Industrials sector: broadly in line with peers (+6%).
Figures as of October 16, 2026.
CleaRank Financial AI
BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) is currently trading at $137.20, below its 50-day and 200-day moving averages ($151.15 and $188.14), indicating near-term technical weakness.
Despite this, the company has a strong consensus rating of 'Buy' from 18 analysts, with a median price target of $225.00, implying a 64% upside potential. BWXT operates in the Industrials sector, specifically Aerospace & Defense, and has demonstrated consistent revenue growth and positive earnings surprises in recent quarters. The company's fundamentals show a profit margin of 10.11% and a return on equity of 28.29%, which are generally strong. However, its P/E ratio of 35.95 is higher than the sector median of 34, suggesting a premium valuation. Insiders have been net sellers, with $14.4 million in sales versus no reported purchases, indicating a 'Moderate Sell Signal'. This selling activity, coupled with the current technical positioning, presents a key risk to monitor.
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Figures we compute ourselves from BWXT's own price, earnings and insider-filing history. Tap one to see it in context.
Price and trading
The chart, today's range and how far the price has moved over each period.
Trend checks
0/4Price above its 50-day average ›
The price of $137.20 is 9.2% below the 50-day simple moving average of $151.15.Price above its 200-day average ›
The price is 27.1% below the 200-day simple moving average of $188.14.50-day average above the 200-day ›
The 50-day average ($151.15) is 19.7% below the 200-day average ($188.14), the arrangement of a falling longer-term trend.In the upper half of its 52-week range ›
The price sits at 5% of its 52-week range, between $131.60 and $241.82.
BWXT share price
Pick a period: each tab shows how far BWXT has moved over it, to the last close.
Today's trading
Where BWXT sits inside today's range and its 52-week range.
Fundamentals
Valuation against the sector, and the revenue and earnings behind it.
Valuation and quality checks
4/5P/E below the sector median ›
The trailing P/E of 35.95 is 5.7% above the Industrials median of 34.0.P/S below the sector median ›
The price-to-sales ratio of 3.51 is 12.4% below the sector median of 4.0.Profitable over the last 12 months ›
Net income over the last 12 months was $355.2M on revenue of $3.5B, a net margin of 10.1%.Beat estimates in most recent reports ›
BWXT beat the EPS estimate in 7 of its last 7 reports.Pays a dividend ›
The trailing dividend yield is 0.77%, or $1.06 a share a year.
Key statistics
The headline figures for BWXT.
As of October 16, 2026, BWXT trades at $137.20, with a market value of $12.57B, a P/E ratio of 35.95 and a dividend yield of 0.77%.
What the numbers say
CleaRank Financial AI's reading of BWXT's valuation, growth and risks.
BWX Technologies, Inc. exhibits a P/E ratio of 35.95, which is slightly above the Industrials sector median of 34, indicating a premium valuation.
The company's price-to-sales ratio stands at 3.51, compared to the sector average of 4.00. BWXT's return on equity is a strong 28.29% and its net profit margin is 10.11%, both exceeding sector averages. Growth prospects appear solid, with current year revenue growth estimated at 19.00% and next year's projected at 10.00%. The company's debt-to-equity ratio is 1.51, which is in line with the sector average. While fundamentals are generally strong, the higher P/E ratio warrants attention, especially given the insider selling activity.
BWXT against the Industrials sector
How BWXT compares with the median Industrials stock CleaRank tracks.
Price to earnings vs sector: Valuation is broadly in line with sector peers (6% difference), suggesting fair market pricing relative to industry standards.
Return vs ITA: Since May 5, 2025, BWXT has gained 22.5% against a gain of 28.3% for ITA.
Performance against ITA
BWXT and the Industrials sector fund over the same days.
Revenue and earnings
How much BWXT sells, and how much of it becomes profit.
Revenue growth: Revenue grew 18.3% in FY2025 to $3.2B, from $2.7B a year earlier.
Profit margin: The net margin was 10.3% in FY2025, down from 10.4% the year before.
Profitable: BWXT earned $330M in FY2025.
Earnings reality check
Did BWXT beat what analysts expected, and how did the stock react?
Earnings record: BWXT beat the analyst estimate in 7 of the last 7 quarters.
Market reaction: The stock fell in the first session after 4 of those 7 beats, so a beat has not been enough on its own.
| Report | Estimate | Actual | Surprise | First session | 5 sessions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 2026after close | $1.04 | $1.07 | +2.88% | -0.80% | -2.83% |
| Feb 23, 2026after close | $0.88 | $1.08 | +22.73% | +2.95% | +9.12% |
| Nov 3, 2025after close | $0.87 | $1.00 | +14.94% | -7.17% | -7.91% |
| Aug 4, 2025after close | $0.79 | $1.02 | +29.11% | +17.79% | +15.13% |
| May 5, 2025after close | $0.76 | $0.91 | +19.74% | -3.46% | -4.39% |
| Feb 24, 2025after close | $0.82 | $0.92 | +12.20% | +4.17% | +1.60% |
| Nov 4, 2024after close | $0.77 | $0.83 | +7.79% | -2.28% | +5.71% |
As of October 16, 2026, BWXT has beaten the analyst EPS estimate in 7 of its last 7 reported quarters and fell in the first trading session after 4 of those beats; its latest report, on August 3, 2026, came in 2.88% above the estimate and the stock moved -0.80% in the first session.
The first session is the first full trading day on the news: the report day itself for a report before the open, the next day for one after the close. Surprise is actual EPS against the consensus estimate.
AI analysis and technicals
CleaRank's score and reasoning, the indicators behind it, and what the price moves with.
Momentum checks
1/3RSI not overbought or oversold ›
The 14-day RSI is 41.4, in neutral territory.RSI above 50 ›
An RSI of 41.4 is below the 50 midpoint, so sellers have had the upper hand over the last 14 days.MACD line above zero ›
The MACD line is negative, so the 12-day average is below the 26-day average.
CleaRank AI analysis of BWXT
The score, the reasoning behind it, and what could move the price next.
BWX Technologies, Inc. is trading below its 50-day SMA of $151.15 and its 200-day SMA of $188.14, signaling a bearish trend in the medium to long term.
The 14-day RSI is at 41.4, indicating neutral momentum, while the MACD is negative at -3.71, suggesting downward pressure. The current price of $137.20 is below the 20-day EMA of $141.31. Volume has been 15.4% above its average, which could indicate increased investor interest despite the bearish technicals. The chart structure suggests that overcoming the 50-day SMA would be a critical first step for a bullish reversal.
Continued Analyst Upgrades and Positive Price Targets ›
Multiple analysts have initiated or maintained 'Buy' ratings, with a median price target of $225.00, indicating strong conviction in BWXT's future performance.
Source: Wall Street AnalystsConsistent Earnings Beat Performance ›
BWXT has a history of exceeding EPS estimates, most recently by 2.88% and previously by 22.73%, suggesting strong operational execution.
Source: Company Earnings ReportsStrong Revenue Growth Projections ›
Analysts forecast current year revenue growth of 19.00% and next year's at 10.00%, highlighting positive top-line momentum.
Source: Wall Street Estimates
Moderate Insider Selling Activity ›
Insiders have sold approximately $14.4 million worth of stock, with no reported purchases, signaling a 'Moderate Sell Signal' that warrants investor attention.
Source: Insider Transaction FilingsTrading Below Key Moving Averages ›
The stock is currently positioned below its 50-day and 200-day moving averages ($151.15 and $188.14), indicating near-term technical weakness.
Source: Technical Chart Analysis
- With a dividend yield of approximately 0.78%, BWXT is not primarily an income-generating stock; focus on its growth potential and defense sector exposure.
Technical indicators
Momentum and trend for BWXT, from its daily closes.
As of October 16, 2026, with BWXT at $137.20, its 14-day RSI is 41.4 (neutral territory), its 50-day simple moving average is $151.15 and its 200-day is $188.14.
Calculated by CleaRank on daily closes as of October 16, 2026: Wilder's 14-day RSI, 50- and 200-day simple moving averages, MACD line (12, 26).
What BWXT moves with
Correlation of daily returns over one year: +1 moves in step, 0 has no link, -1 moves the opposite way.
As of October 16, 2026, BWXT's 1-year correlation of daily returns is +0.50 with S&P 500 (SPY), +0.51 with Nasdaq 100 (QQQ), +0.33 with Bitcoin (BTC) and +0.26 with gold (XAU).
What Wall Street expects
The analysts' target range and how their ratings split.
Analysts checks
3/3Most analysts rate it a buy ›
14 of 18 analysts rate it a buy or strong buy, 4 a hold and 0 a sell.Median target above the price ›
The median 12-month target of $225.00 is 64.0% above the price.More buy ratings than three months ago ›
14 of 18 rate it a buy now, against 12 of 16 three months ago.
BWXT Wall Street View
12-month price targets
The price, $137.20, sits below every analyst's target.
Ratings
Recent rating actions
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | Truist Securities | Maintains | Hold |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Northland Capital Markets | Maintains | Outperform |
| Sep 30, 2026 | B of A Securities | Maintains | Buy |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Guggenheim | Reiterates | Buy |
| Sep 30, 2026 | BTIG | Reiterates | Buy |
| Sep 24, 2026 | BNP Paribas | Maintains | Neutral |
As of October 16, 2026, 18 Wall Street analysts cover BWXT: 14 rate it a buy or strong buy, 4 a hold and 0 a sell or strong sell. Their 12-month price targets range from $150.00 to $290.00, with a median of $225.00, 64.0% above the price of $137.20.
Source: TwelveData analyst consensus. Targets and ratings belong to the analysts, not to CleaRank.
A trade plan, if you want one
Entry, stop and target levels from the moving averages and recent volatility. Educational, not advice.
BWXT trade plan
Entry, stop and target levels, sized to your account. Change the bias or the risk and every level updates.
Long entry pick an entry style
Risk management
Profit targets (Based on Conservative Entry)
These levels come from BWXT's moving averages and recent volatility, not from a forecast. Educational levels, not financial advice; the full disclaimer is at the foot of the page.
Risk profile
How much BWXT tends to move, against the market and on its own.
The long record
BWXT's worst falls and recoveries, what $10,000 became, and which months have been kind to it.
Track record checks
2/4Average daily move under 2% ›
The price has moved 2.19% on an average day (30-day standard deviation of daily returns).Recovered from its worst fall ›
The worst fall was 47.6%, from April 2018 to December 2018, regained by February 2020.Most 1-year holds ended higher ›
68% of 1-year holding periods in the last 10 years ended with a gain.Beat the S&P 500 since the chart begins ›
$10,000 invested in October 2016 is now worth $40,045, against $42,525 in the S&P 500 (SPY).
BWXT Drawdowns & Recovery
As of October 16, 2026, BWXT's worst peak-to-trough fall over the last 10 years with dividends reinvested was -47.6% (April 2018 to December 2018); it regained that peak by February 2020, 14 months after the low, and 68% of 1-year holding periods ended with a gain.
From weekly closing values with dividends reinvested. A drawdown is the fall from the highest value reached so far to a later low.
Growth of $10,000
What $10,000 put into BWXT in October 2016 is worth now, against the same amount in the S&P 500.
Against the market: BWXT trailed the S&P 500 over this period: $40,045 against $42,525.
A $10,000 investment in BWXT in October 2016 would be worth about $40,045 today with dividends reinvested, compared with about $42,525 for the same investment in the S&P 500 benchmark (also with dividends reinvested).
Seasonal patterns
Which calendar months have been kind to BWXT, and which have not.
Strongest month, January: an average of +5.74%, up in 7 of 10 years.
Weakest month, December: an average of -3.46%, up in 4 of 10 years.
This month, October: has averaged +3.90%, up in 5 of 9 years. Past seasonality does not repeat on schedule.
Over the last 10 years, BWXT's strongest calendar month has been January (average +5.74%, up in 7 of 10 years) and its weakest December (average -3.46%, up in 4 of 10 years).
Average return for each calendar month over the last 10 years, from weekly closing prices with dividends included.
Long-term scenarios
Thousands of simulated paths from the price history. A range of outcomes, not a forecast.
Monte Carlo projection
Thousands of simulated paths for $10,000 in BWXT, from its own past volatility. The shaded area holds 80% of them.
CleaRank's 10-year Monte Carlo simulation projects that a $10,000 investment in BWXT today could grow to about $23,389 by 2036 in the base case, with a 90th-percentile outcome near $84,951 and a 10th-percentile outcome around $6,439. The simulation models price only; at today's 0.77% yield, dividends would add to these figures. Projections are statistical simulations, not guarantees.
BWXT Stock Price Prediction: 2030
The same simulation in share prices, year by year.
CleaRank's simulation projects a price near $193 for BWXT by 2030 in the base case, from $137 today (1.4x over 4 years). The 10th-percentile path ends near $85.25. These are outcomes of a Monte Carlo simulation run on BWXT's historical return distribution, not price targets, and they assume no dividends are reinvested.
| Year | 10th percentile | Base case | 90th percentile | range base today |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $99.34 | $149 | $225 | |
| 2028 | $91.34 | $163 | $290 | |
| 2029 | $87.35 | $177 | $359 | |
| 2030 | $85.25 | $193 | $436 | |
| 2031 | $84.29 | $210 | $522 |
Method: a lognormal simulation of BWXT's own volatility and capped historical trend, re-run daily; base case is the median path, the outer columns the 10th and 90th percentiles.
Insider trading
What the people running the company have bought and sold.
BWXT insider trading
Shares the company's directors and officers bought and sold, from their own filings.
Month by month
Open-market purchases above the line, sales below.
Insider buying: No insider bought BWXT shares on the open market in the last 18 months. Sales are often planned in advance or cover tax on vesting shares, so they say less than purchases would.
As of October 16, 2026, BWXT insiders reported 11 open-market sales worth $14.4M and no open-market purchases over the last 18 months; grants and option exercises are not counted.
| Date | Insider | Type | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | Joseph Kirwan Miller
Officer
|
Grant | 3.4K | - |
| Aug 12, 2026 | Rex D Geveden
Chief Executive Officer
|
Sell | 10.0K | $1.7M |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Gonzalo Raul Cajade
Officer
|
Grant | 332 | - |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Joseph Kirwan Miller
Officer
|
Grant | 237 | - |
| May 12, 2026 | Rex D Geveden
Chief Executive Officer
|
Sell | 10.0K | $2.0M |
| May 11, 2026 | Michael Thomas Fitzgerald
Chief Financial Officer
|
Sell | 2.4K | $505.8K |
| May 11, 2026 | Michael Thomas Fitzgerald
Chief Financial Officer
|
Option | 2.4K | $248.9K |
| May 6, 2026 | Michael Thomas Fitzgerald
Chief Financial Officer
|
Option | 2.8K | $174.4K |
| Apr 30, 2026 | Kenneth J Krieg
Director
|
Grant | 762 | - |
| Apr 30, 2026 | Barbara A Niland
Director
|
Grant | 762 | - |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Kevin James Gorman
Officer
|
Sell | 1.3K | $288.6K |
| Mar 2, 2026 | John R. Macquarrie
Officer
|
Option | 2.3K | $142.0K |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Michael Thomas Fitzgerald
Officer
|
Grant | 3.2K | - |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Rex D Geveden
Chief Executive Officer
|
Grant | 59.3K | - |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Kevin James Gorman
Officer
|
Grant | 159 | - |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Kevin James Gorman
Officer
|
Grant | 1.7K | - |
| Feb 27, 2026 | John R. Macquarrie
Officer
|
Grant | 8.0K | - |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Joseph Kirwan Miller
Officer
|
Grant | 2.1K | - |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Kurt A Bender
Officer
|
Grant | 100 | - |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Michael Thomas Fitzgerald
Officer
|
Grant | 234 | - |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Rex D Geveden
Chief Executive Officer
|
Grant | 3.7K | - |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Kevin James Gorman
Officer
|
Grant | 150 | - |
| Feb 26, 2026 | John R. Macquarrie
Officer
|
Grant | 503 | - |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Joseph Kirwan Miller
Officer
|
Grant | 156 | - |
| Feb 25, 2026 | Gerhard F Burbach
Director
|
Sell | 2.0K | $413.7K |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Rex D Geveden
Chief Executive Officer
|
Sell | 10.0K | $2.0M |
| Jan 5, 2026 | Omar Fathi Meguid
Officer
|
Grant | 2.9K | - |
| Nov 12, 2025 | Rex D Geveden
Chief Executive Officer
|
Sell | 10.0K | $2.0M |
| Oct 24, 2025 | Michael Thomas Fitzgerald
Officer
|
Grant | 1.8K | - |
| Aug 11, 2025 | Ronald Owen Whitford Jr.
General Counsel
|
Sell | 2.1K | $371.2K |
| Aug 11, 2025 | Leland D. Melvin
Director
|
Sell | 600 | $107.0K |
| Aug 11, 2025 | Ronald Owen Whitford Jr.
General Counsel
|
Option | 2.1K | $129.1K |
| Aug 6, 2025 | Rex D Geveden
Chief Executive Officer
|
Sell | 25.0K | $4.5M |
| Aug 6, 2025 | Omar Fathi Meguid
Officer
|
Sell | 2.3K | $406.6K |
| May 2, 2025 | Kenneth J Krieg
Director
|
Grant | 1.5K | - |
| May 2, 2025 | Barbara A Niland
Director
|
Grant | 1.5K | - |
| May 2, 2025 | John M Richardson
Director
|
Grant | 1.5K | - |
Source: TwelveData, from SEC Form 4 filings
Questions people ask
Answered from the figures on this page, as of October 16, 2026.