Here’s Why Centrus Energy (LEU) Surged in Q3

Group 1 - Diamond Hill Capital's "Small Cap Strategy" reported a 7.93% return in Q3 2025, underperforming the Russell 2000 Index which gained over 12% [1] - The underperformance was attributed to the rally being driven by sectors not typically held in the portfolio [1] - Centrus Energy Corp. (NYSEAMERICAN:LEU) experienced a one-month return of -34.95% but a 52-week gain of 208.18%, closing at $254.22 with a market cap of $4.63 billion [2] Group 2 - Centrus Energy Corp. was highlighted as a top contributor in Q3, benefiting from renewed interest in nuclear power due to rising power demand linked to the AI boom [3] - The company is positioned well as a nuclear fuel broker with growing enrichment capabilities, supporting U.S. energy independence [3] - Centrus Energy Corp. was held by 27 hedge fund portfolios at the end of Q2 2025, an increase from 23 in the previous quarter [4]