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Nuclear Ambitions Drive Uranium Shortfall Concerns
A potential IPO by Westinghouse Electric, valued at over $50 billion, and growing nuclear energy ambitions worldwide may drive increased demand for uranium. With 39 countries pledging to triple nuclear capacity by 2050, the industry may require $6 trillion in investment, leading to concerns about uranium supply. Utilities face uncovered requirements after 2030, and new mines may take decades to develop, according to a report by Mining.com.au.