Billions are invested in cutting-edge nuclear technologies, but no promised carbon-free energy has been delivered to the grid. Private equity and venture capital investments in advanced nuclear companies hit an all-time high in 2024. Data centers are driving the push for next-gen nuclear energy, accelerating due to AI integration.

Nuclear power gains bipartisan support amid political upheaval in renewable energy technologies. European countries are loosening restrictions, and the US and UK unveil a new nuclear partnership. Some analysts warn of a bubble in the nuclear power startup market, citing unrealistic valuations and a disconnect from fundamentals.

Despite potential, caution is advised in the next-gen nuclear sector. Oklo and NuScale, small modular reactor startups, face downgrades from Bank of America. Investors eye a hasty exit via SPAC mergers, concerned about overvaluation. Policy environment is encouraging for long-term outlook, with many countries pledging to triple nuclear capacity by 2050.

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