10-Q: Ur-Energy Reports Q3 Loss Amid Shirley Basin Development

Ur-Energy Inc. reported a net loss of $27.5 million in Q3 2025, driven by increased development costs and mark-to-market losses, while advancing its Shirley Basin project and securing new sales agreements.

Summary

• Net loss for Q3 2025 was $27.5 million, compared to a loss of $8.0 million in Q3 2024.
• Net loss for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was $59.3 million, compared to $33.1 million for the same period in 2024.
• Sales revenue for Q3 2025 was $6.3 million (110,000 lbs U3O8 at $57.48/lb), down from $6.4 million in Q3 2024 (100,000 lbs U3O8 at $61.65/lb).
• Sales revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was $16.8 million (275,000 lbs U3O8 at $60.91/lb), up from $11.1 million in the same period of 2024 (175,000 lbs U3O8 at $61.65/lb).
• Gross profit turned into a loss of $0.7 million in Q3 2025 and $1.4 million for 9M 2025, primarily due to the sale of higher-cost non-produced uranium.
• Operating costs increased significantly to $19.1 million in Q3 2025 and $50.0 million for 9M 2025, driven by accelerated development at Lost Creek and Shirley Basin, and increased staffing.
• Mark-to-market losses on warrant liability and inventory derivative obligation totaled $7.9 million in Q3 2025 and $9.2 million for 9M 2025, contrasting with gains in 2024.
• Cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash, decreased from $87.1 million at December 31, 2024, to $63.4 million at September 30, 2025.
• The company used $24.3 million for operating activities and $14.2 million for investing activities, while generating $14.9 million from financing activities during the nine months ended September 30, 2025.
• Lost Creek production operations continued, with 93,523 pounds processed and dried in Q3 2025, though limited by maintenance and staffing issues.
• Construction at the Shirley Basin Project is advancing, with foundation work for the processing building nearing completion and initial production flow and commissioning of IX columns anticipated in Q1 2026.
• The company secured an eighth multi-year sales agreement, bringing total anticipated sales to approximately 6.0 million pounds U3O8 between 2025 and 2033.
• John W. Cash, CEO, will retire on December 12, 2025, and Matthew D. Gili, President, will succeed him as CEO and join the Board. Jade Walle was appointed VP Finance in September 2025.
• Subsequent to quarter-end, Ur-Energy purchased 100,000 pounds U3O8 for $8.2 million and extended an existing inventory loan while securing a new facility for an additional 150,000 pounds.

Sentiment

Score: 4

Explanation: While there's strong industry tailwind and development progress, the significant increase in net loss, gross loss, and cash burn, coupled with reliance on non-produced uranium for sales and the need for potential future financing, indicates a challenging financial period despite operational advancements.

Positives

• Secured an eighth multi-year sales agreement, bringing total anticipated sales to approximately 6.0 million pounds U3O8 between 2025 and 2033.
• The new sales agreement includes escalated fixed pricing well above current spot and term prices for 100,000 pounds U3O8 annually from 2028-2030, with options for an additional 100,000 pounds per year at 99% of average monthly spot price.
• Construction at the Shirley Basin Project is progressing on schedule, with initial production flow and commissioning of the first IX columns anticipated in Q1 2026.
• All operational positions for Shirley Basin have been filled, and staff training is underway.
• Lost Creek's overall safety program and culture continue to improve.
• Lost Creek's head grade continues to exceed expectations.
• U.S. government continues strong support for nuclear energy and domestic uranium, with initiatives like the objective to have 10 new large reactors under construction by 2030 and quadrupling American nuclear energy capacity by 2050.
• Westinghouse (Cameco/Brookfield) partnered with the U.S. government to build at least $80 billion worth of new nuclear reactors, indicating strong future demand.
• The Casper construction shop is efficiently fabricating header houses for both Lost Creek and Shirley Basin, leading to cost savings and improved safety.
• The company's unrestricted cash position was $52.0 million as of September 30, 2025.
• The average U3O8 spot market price was $81.01 per pound as of October 30, 2025, remaining generally in the $70s or higher throughout Q3 2025, closing at $82.63.

Negatives

• Reported a net loss of $27.5 million for Q3 2025 and $59.3 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, significantly higher than the prior year periods.
• Gross profit turned into a loss of $0.7 million in Q3 2025 and $1.4 million for 9M 2025, primarily due to the sale of higher-cost non-produced uranium.
• Operating costs increased substantially by $6.4 million in Q3 2025 and $9.5 million for 9M 2025, driven by development activities and staffing increases.
• Mark-to-market adjustments resulted in losses of $7.9 million in Q3 2025 and $9.2 million for 9M 2025, contrasting with gains in the prior year, due to increases in share price and U3O8 spot price affecting derivative valuations.
• Cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash, decreased by $23.7 million during the nine months ended September 30, 2025.
• Lost Creek production in Q3 2025 was limited by issues related to incidental wellfield solids entering the plant, plant systems maintenance, and new staff training, reducing consistency of operations.
• The cost per pound shipped increased to approximately $1.13 per pound in Q3 2025 due to a shipping delay.
• The company's liquidity outlook indicates that if expected operating cash flow and cash on hand are not sufficient to fund capital projects, additional debt or equity financing may be required, with no assurance of availability on acceptable terms.
• The company is an exploration stage issuer and has a history of operating losses and uncertainty of future profitability.

Risks

• Ability to maintain safe and compliant operations at Lost Creek and Shirley Basin.
• Ability to reach and sustain steady state higher production levels at Lost Creek in a cost-effective manner, including whether Mine Unit 1 Phase 2 comes online as projected in 2025 Q4.
• Timing to resolve remaining maintenance and staffing issues, and the ability of the planned wastewater treatment facility to facilitate more consistent plant processes.
• Whether current projections for buildout of Shirley Basin and commencement and ramp up of operations can be achieved with respect to current expectations for budget and timeline, and whether Shirley Basin provides the diversity of production anticipated.
• Ability to timely deliver into contractual obligations including sales deliveries and the repayment of the physical inventory loan in 2026.
• If expected revenues and cash resources are not sufficient to complete the ramp up of Lost Creek and to bring Shirley Basin into production, the company may pursue debt or equity financing, and there is no assurance it will be available on acceptable terms.
• Uncertainty regarding the timing and quantities of future deliveries to customers, including potential flex in delivery amounts and exercise of options for additional sales.
• Effects of the current evolving uranium market, including supply and demand, and whether higher pricing will be sustained.
• Whether global support for nuclear energy will be sustained and the impacts, if any, on the industries resulting from geopolitics, and tariffs and other trade matters.
• Impacts of the Trump Administration and other federal support for the nuclear industries, including for the recovery sector and the Company, and the timing for any such impact.
• Results of the Section 232 investigation and any resulting remedies on the domestic uranium market.
• Future estimates for production, capital expenditures, operating costs, mineral resources, grade estimates, and recovery rates.
• Market prices for uranium.
• History of operating losses and uncertainty of future profitability.
• Status as an exploration stage company and lack of mineral reserves.
• Risks associated with obtaining permits and other authorizations in the U.S.
• Changes in uranium recovery technology and their effects on the market.
• Risks associated with current variable economic conditions.
• Possible impact of future debt or equity financings.
• Hazards associated with mining production operations.
• Compliance with environmental laws and regulations, and wastewater management.
• Possibility for adverse results in potential litigation.
• Uncertainties associated with changes in law, government policy and regulation.
• Uncertainties associated with a Canada Revenue Agency or U.S. Internal Revenue Service audit of cross-border transactions.
• Changes in size and structure.
• Effectiveness of management and strategic relationships.
• Ability to attract and retain key personnel and management.
• Uncertainties regarding the need for additional capital.
• Sufficiency of insurance coverages, bonding surety arrangements, and indemnifications for inventory.
• Uncertainty regarding the fluctuations of quarterly results.
• Foreign currency exchange risks.
• Ability to enforce civil liabilities under U.S. securities laws outside the U.S.
• Ability to maintain listing on the NYSE American and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX).
• Risks associated with expected classification as a "passive foreign investment company" under U.S. Internal Revenue Code.
• Risks associated with investments.
• Credit risk due to concentrations of cash and cash equivalents at financial institutions, with approximately $62.8 million at risk should institutions become insolvent.
• Liquidity risk that the Company will not be able to meet its financial obligations as they come due.
• Commodity price risk related to the market price of uranium, which is subject to fluctuation due to various factors beyond control.

Future Outlook

Ur-Energy anticipates 2026 to be a pivotal year with the start-up and ramp-up of its second production operation at Shirley Basin, with initial production flow and commissioning expected in Q1 2026. At Lost Creek, the company expects to increase production rates as operational challenges are resolved and new header houses come online in Q4 2025 and Q1 2026. The company projects total sales of 440,000 pounds U3O8 in 2025 at an average price of $61.77 per pound, expecting $27.2 million in revenues. Capital projects are expected to be funded by operating cash flow and cash on hand, though additional debt or equity financing may be pursued if necessary. Exploration programs in the Great Divide Basin are ongoing to identify additional uranium roll fronts and expand the mineral resource base.

Management Comments

• "We are pleased to see continued and sustained improvements in safety and will remain focused on safety and compliance throughout our operations."
• "As we approach the end of 2025, we look forward to 2026 being a pivotal year for Ur-Energy."
• "Shirley Basin construction and development activities throughout this year are advancing us to start-up of our second production operation."
• "We look forward to the commencement of operations and initiation of ramp up of production at Shirley Basin, as it will diversify our production sources and further support our efforts to remain a leading U.S. uranium producer."
• "At Lost Creek, we anticipate increasing production rates as remaining operational challenges are resolved."
• "Head grade continues to exceed expectations."
• "Our cash position as of October 30, 2025, was $35.4 million. With additional staff and contractors and significant construction and operational activity at both mine sites, we continue to focus on maintaining safe and compliant operations."

Industry Context

The uranium market continues to be influenced by strong U.S. federal government support for nuclear energy, including executive orders aiming to significantly expand nuclear power generation capacity by 2050. This support, coupled with increasing electricity demand from big data and artificial intelligence, creates a favorable environment for domestic uranium producers like Ur-Energy. The ongoing Section 232 investigation into critical mineral imports, including uranium, could further benefit domestic supply. While the market remains volatile, spot prices have generally stayed strong, closing Q3 2025 at $82.63/pound, indicating robust demand and potential for sustained higher pricing.

Comparison to Industry Standards

• The U.S. government's objective to have 10 new large reactors under construction by 2030 and to quadruple American nuclear energy capacity from 100 GW in 2024 to 400 GW by 2050 sets an ambitious benchmark for the nuclear energy sector, indicating significant future demand for uranium.
• The partnership between Westinghouse (owned by Cameco and Brookfield Renewable Partners) and the U.S. government to build at least $80 billion worth of new nuclear reactors highlights a substantial investment and commitment to nuclear power, providing a strong market signal for uranium producers.
• Ur-Energy's Lost Creek processing facility is designed to process up to 2.2 million pounds of U3O8 annually, providing additional capacity of up to one million pounds U3O8 to process material from other sources, which is a competitive advantage in terms of processing flexibility and potential for toll-milling.
• The company's eight multi-year sales agreements for approximately 6.0 million pounds U3O8 between 2025 and 2033, with some at escalated fixed prices well above current spot and term prices, demonstrate successful long-term contracting in a volatile market, which is a key indicator of stability and future revenue visibility compared to spot-market reliant producers.

Management Changes

Corporate Governance

Legal Proceedings

• No new legal proceedings or material developments in pending proceedings were reported.

Related Party Transactions

• No reportable transactions with related parties during the quarter.

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders: Experience increased net losses and cash burn in the short term due to significant development investments. Potential for future dilution if additional equity financing is pursued. Long-term potential for value creation from successful ramp-up of Shirley Basin and sustained higher uranium prices.
• Employees: Increased staffing levels at Lost Creek and Shirley Basin, with ongoing training, indicating job growth and development opportunities. Management changes at the CEO and VP Finance level may bring new strategic direction.
• Customers: Continued fulfillment of multi-year sales agreements, with new agreements adding to long-term supply commitments. Potential for flex in delivery amounts and options for additional sales.
• Suppliers/Contractors: Increased development activities at Lost Creek and Shirley Basin lead to higher demand for construction, drilling, and maintenance services.
• Creditors: Extension of the inventory loan facility to November 2026 provides more flexibility for repayment. The company's liquidity position and potential need for future financing are relevant for creditors.
• Regulatory Authorities: Continued focus on maintaining safe and compliant operations, with bonding requirements for reclamation obligations reviewed and approved by WDEQ, URP, and BLM.

Next Steps

• Complete remaining 2025 U3O8 deliveries in Q4.
• Continue increasing flow rates from Lost Creek Mine Unit 2 (MU2).
• Bring additional header houses online in Q4 2025 and Q1 2026 in Lost Creek Mine Unit 1 Phase 2 (MU1 Phase 2).
• Continue ongoing work related to all plant systems in Q4 2025 to optimize production and processing at Lost Creek.
• Complete installation of the planned wastewater treatment facility at Lost Creek.
• Complete monitor well installation in Lost Creek Mine Unit 5 (MU5), followed by hydrologic testing and mining well installation.
• Continue drilling activities to define the Lost Creek Mine Unit 4 (MU4) mineral resource.
• Continue construction and procurement plans for the Shirley Basin processing facility, including fabrication of steel piping, supports, and catwalks offsite.
• Complete installation of liners and technical components for the two evaporation ponds at Shirley Basin.
• Continue installation of production and injection wells in Shirley Basin Mine Unit 1 (SBMU1).
• Advance to startup of production and initiate ramp-up of production at Shirley Basin in 2026.
• Commission the first IX columns at Shirley Basin in Q1 2026.
• Construct a water treatment system at Shirley Basin in 2026.
• Conclude work at Lost Soldier exploration project.
• Begin exploration drilling at North Hadsell project (approximately 50 holes).
• Commence a 120-drill hole program at LC South in Q1 2026.
• Return two dedicated drill rigs from exploration programs to Lost Creek until the next phase of exploration activities.
• Repay the physical inventory loan in 2026.
• John W. Cash will continue to serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors and as a strategic advisor following his retirement.

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Recommendation

While Ur-Energy operates in an industry with strong tailwinds and has made significant operational progress, particularly with the development of Shirley Basin and securing new sales agreements, the current financial performance is concerning. The substantial increase in net loss and gross loss, coupled with significant cash burn from development activities and mark-to-market losses, indicates a period of heavy investment with delayed returns. The company's reliance on non-produced uranium for some sales at a higher cost further impacts profitability. The potential need for additional financing, despite current cash on hand, adds a layer of uncertainty. Given the long-term positive outlook for uranium and the company's strategic positioning, but balanced against the current financial challenges and execution risks, a 'hold' recommendation is appropriate. Investors should monitor the successful commissioning and ramp-up of Shirley Basin, sustained improvements in Lost Creek production, and the company's ability to manage its liquidity without significant dilution.

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