UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended: June 30, 2025 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from _____________ to _____________ Commission File Number: 001-34487 LIGHTBRIDGE CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) (State or other j ...

Company Participants - The conference call featured key executives from Lightbridge Corporation, including the CEO Seth Grae, CFO Lawrence Goldman, and Executive Vice President of Nuclear Operations Andrey Mushakov [1][3]. Earnings Update - Lightbridge Corporation released its earnings press release prior to the conference call, which is available on their Investor Relations page [3]. Forward-Looking Statements - The presentation included forward-looking statements regarding the company's competitive position and future product and service offerings, with terms like "expect," "anticipate," "believe," and "intend" indicating future goals [4].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Cash and cash equivalents increased to $97.9 million at the end of Q2 2025 from $40 million at the end of 2024, indicating a significant strengthening of the financial position [20] - Working capital rose to $97.2 million as of June 30, 2025, compared to $39.9 million at December 31, 2024, highlighting improved liquidity [20] - Net loss for Q2 2025 was $3.5 million, up from $2.4 million in Q2 2024, reflecting increased operational costs [22] - Total R&D expenses increased to $1.6 million in Q2 2025 from $900,000 in Q2 2024, driven by heightened R&D activities [22] - General and administrative expenses rose to $2.5 million in Q2 2025 from $1.8 million in Q2 2024, primarily due to increased IT services and professional fees [22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Significant milestones achieved in the fuel development program, including the co-extrusion of an eight-foot rod and successful fabrication of enriched uranium zirconium alloy coupon samples [5][10] - Collaboration with Ocla to explore co-location of commercial fuel fabrication facilities and advanced fuel recycling [6][9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Inclusion in the Russell 2000 and Russell 3000 indexes enhances visibility among institutional investors, reflecting the company's growing market presence [7] - The political landscape has become supportive of nuclear energy, with executive orders prioritizing nuclear energy deployment and efficiency [15][17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to advance its technology through rigorous testing and demonstration, focusing on maximizing the potential of existing nuclear fleets and next-generation reactors [19] - Plans to complete site selection and begin deployment of a Lightbridge fuel fabrication facility to produce various fuel components [13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted a favorable political and regulatory environment that may facilitate the development of advanced nuclear fuel designs [5] - The company believes it is well-positioned to benefit from supportive government policies and increasing global demand for nuclear energy [18] Other Important Information - The company is strategically positioned at the forefront of fuel innovation, with a focus on developing technology to meet evolving global energy demands [19] Q&A Session Summary - No questions were submitted for this call, indicating a lack of immediate inquiries from stakeholders [24]

EX-99.1 2 ltbr_ex991.htm PRESS RELEASE EXHIBIT 99.1 Lightbridge Provides Business Update and Announces Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results RESTON, Va, August 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Lightbridge Corporation ("Lightbridge" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: LTBR), an advanced nuclear fuel technology company, announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, and provided an update on the Company's continued progress. Seth Grae, President & Chief Executive Officer of Lightbridge Corporat ...

RESTON, Va., Aug. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lightbridge Corporation (“Lightbridge” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LTBR), an advanced nuclear fuel technology company, and Oklo Inc. (NYSE: OKLO), an advanced nuclear technology company, today announced a strategic collaboration to explore the potential co-location of a Lightbridge fuel fabrication facility within Oklo’s planned advanced fuel manufacturing facility. This work is under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that was signed earlier this year. Oklo an ...

RESTON, Va., Aug. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lightbridge Corporation (“Lightbridge” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LTBR), an advanced nuclear fuel technology company, announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, and provided an update on the Company’s continued progress. Seth Grae, President & Chief Executive Officer of Lightbridge Corporation, commented, “The six months of 2025 marked a period of exceptional progress for Lightbridge as we advanced our nuclear fuel technology. W ...

Core Insights - Lightbridge Corporation is actively participating in several upcoming industry conferences to discuss its advanced nuclear fuel technology and strategic initiatives [1][2][3] Company Activities - The President and CEO of Lightbridge, Seth Grae, will engage in a virtual fireside chat on July 15, 2025, during the H.C. Wainwright Powering the Future Conference, focusing on recent developments in Lightbridge Fuel™ technology and the nuclear energy sector outlook [1] - Lightbridge will also hold one-on-one meetings with institutional investors at the 14th Annual Needham Virtual Industrial Tech, Robotics, & Clean Tech 1x1 Conference on August 18, 2025 [2] - The Fuel Development team from Lightbridge will participate in the TopFuel 2025 Conference from October 5–9, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee, which is centered on nuclear reactor fuel performance [3] Company Overview - Lightbridge Corporation is dedicated to developing advanced nuclear fuel technology aimed at providing abundant, zero-emission clean energy and enhancing energy security globally [5] - The company is working on Lightbridge Fuel™, a next-generation nuclear fuel technology designed for existing light water reactors and pressurized heavy water reactors, which improves reactor safety, economics, and proliferation resistance [5] - Lightbridge is also developing fuel for new small modular reactors (SMRs) to support load-following with renewables on a zero-carbon electric grid [5] Strategic Partnerships - Lightbridge has established two long-term framework agreements with Battelle Energy Alliance LLC, the contractor for the U.S. Department of Energy's Idaho National Laboratory, to support the development of Lightbridge Fuel [6] - The company has received awards from the DOE's Gateway for Accelerated Innovation in Nuclear program to further its fuel technology development [6] - Lightbridge is involved in university-led studies through the DOE Nuclear Energy University Program at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Texas A&M University [6]

RESTON, Va., June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lightbridge Corporation (Nasdaq: LTBR), a leader in advanced nuclear fuel technology, today announced that Seth Grae, President & Chief Executive Officer, will participate as a panelist at the Nuclear Energy Summit taking place on Friday, June 27, 2025, at The Dolder Grand in Zurich, Switzerland. The Nuclear Energy Summit, hosted by Arnova Capital AG, brings together leading industry executives, policymakers, and investors to discuss the latest developments in ...

Core Insights - Lightbridge Corporation is set to benefit from a new testing method called Fission Accelerated Steady-state Test (FAST) developed by Idaho National Laboratory, which will expedite the irradiation testing of advanced nuclear fuel samples [1][3] Group 1: Testing Method and Benefits - The FAST method utilizes increased enrichment levels to accelerate the irradiation testing process in the Advanced Test Reactor (ATR) [1][2] - Lightbridge's planned irradiation testing program aims to generate critical performance data for its advanced fuel, which is essential for regulatory licensing with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) [3] - The company anticipates that the data obtained will facilitate expedited licensing under the ADVANCE Act and assist utilities in analyzing Lightbridge Fuel for commercial nuclear power plants [3] Group 2: Collaboration and Support - Lightbridge expresses gratitude to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for providing Highly Enriched Uranium (HEU) and enabling the testing of fuel material samples using the FAST method [4] - The work is conducted under a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) between Lightbridge and Idaho National Laboratory, highlighting the importance of public-private partnerships in advancing clean energy technologies [4] Group 3: Company Overview - Lightbridge Corporation focuses on developing advanced nuclear fuel technology aimed at delivering zero-emission, clean energy and enhancing energy security globally [6] - The company is developing Lightbridge Fuel™, a next-generation nuclear fuel technology that improves reactor safety, economics, and proliferation resistance [6] - Lightbridge has entered into long-term agreements with Battelle Energy Alliance, the contractor for Idaho National Laboratory, and has received support from the DOE's Gateway for Accelerated Innovation in Nuclear program [7]

Core Viewpoint - Lightbridge Corporation has successfully completed the final design review for its upcoming irradiation experiment, a significant milestone in the development of its next-generation Lightbridge Fuel™ product, in collaboration with the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) [1][3]. Group 1: Milestones and Achievements - The completion of the final design review is a critical step that allows Lightbridge to proceed with the irradiation testing in INL's Advanced Test Reactor (ATR) [1][7]. - The experiment parameters, including neutronics, thermal, and mechanical aspects, have been independently reviewed and approved by INL scientists, ensuring safe and effective operation [7]. - The irradiation testing program aims to generate essential performance data for Lightbridge's advanced fuel, which will support regulatory licensing efforts for commercial deployment [7]. Group 2: Collaboration and Support - The collaboration between Lightbridge and INL reflects a shared commitment to advancing nuclear technology, with the successful completion of the design review being a key aspect of this partnership [3]. - Lightbridge has entered into long-term framework agreements with Battelle Energy Alliance, the contractor for INL, to support the development of its fuel technology [6]. - The U.S. Department of Energy has facilitated access to the Advanced Test Reactor, which is crucial for Lightbridge's in-reactor testing [3]. Group 3: Company Overview - Lightbridge Corporation focuses on developing advanced nuclear fuel technology aimed at providing abundant, zero-emission clean energy and enhancing energy security [5]. - The company is working on Lightbridge Fuel™, a proprietary technology designed for existing light water reactors and new small modular reactors (SMRs), improving reactor safety and economics [5]. - Lightbridge is included in the Russell Microcap® Index and has a worldwide patent portfolio supporting its innovative fuel technology [8].