Nuscale Stock news
On May 21, 2026, NuScale Power (NYSE: SMR) shares experienced an 8.0% rebound following a period of volatility, driven by a series of analyst initiations and target adjustments. HSBC initiated coverage of the company with a "Hold" rating and a $13.00 price target, identifying NuScale as a primary beneficiary of the escalating power demands from AI--driven data centers due to its status as the only provider with a U.S. NRC--certified SMR design. While analysts from Northland and B. Riley maintained bullish ratings, they moderated their price targets to $19.00 to account for potential equity dilution. This collective analyst focus underscores the perceived maturity of NuScale's regulatory standing while emphasizing the critical nature of upcoming commercial execution milestones.