US uranium output triples as nuclear fuel becomes a defence priority

United States uranium production more than tripled in 2025, reaching its highest level since 2017. Domestic mines supplied only a small share of uranium required by the country’s nuclear sector. Most supplies continued to come from overseas, highlighting a significant dependence. The United States has been trying to rebuild its domestic uranium enrichment capabilities. Major investments aim to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers and strengthen the nuclear fuel chain.