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StocksMediumUpdated•Originally published 2 March 2026•Updated 2 March 2026•

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Cameco’s Uranium Deal with India Faces Valuation Discrepancy Amid New Reports

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1Cameco signed an agreement to supply 22 million pounds of uranium ore concentrate to India.

3 months ago

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Version 13 months ago

What changed: Identified Cameco as a Saskatchewan-based entity and introduced a conflicting, lower valuation for the deal ($1.9 billion vs. the original $2.6 billion estimate).

Saskatchewan-based Cameco is facing new scrutiny regarding the total value of its uranium supply agreement with India's Department of Atomic Energy. While initial estimates placed the value of the nine-year, 22-million-pound contract at $2.6 billion, new reports suggest a significantly lower valuation of $1.9 billion. This discrepancy introduces uncertainty regarding the projected financial impact of the deal intended to support India’s nuclear reactors. Under the agreement, pricing will be determined by prevailing market conditions at the time of delivery, which may account for the varying estimates. Despite the valuation gap, the deal remains a cornerstone of Cameco’s long-term contract portfolio and highlights rising global demand for nuclear fuel. The partnership continues to be a strategic move for India as it seeks to secure stable energy supplies for its expanding nuclear fleet.