Strategic Expansion and New Trading Options Bolster Uranium Energy Corp.

Uranium Energy Corp. (UEC) continues to strengthen its footprint in the North American uranium sector. The company's shares advanced 6.17% to $17.10 on Wednesday, recovering from a decline in the prior session. This movement coincides with two significant developments: the progression of a strategic stake in Anfield Energy and the launch of a novel leveraged exchange-traded fund.

A key milestone has been scheduled for February 27, 2026. On that date, Anfield Energy shareholders will vote on formally designating Uranium Energy Corp. as a "Control Person." This vote represents the final formal step in a process that began with UEC's subsidiary acquiring 896,861 share purchase rights in Anfield for $4.46 each.

That investment provided Anfield Energy with gross proceeds of $4 million. The conversion of these rights into common shares remains conditional, pending not only shareholder approval but also regulatory clearance from the TSX Venture Exchange.

As of late January, UEC's existing stake in Anfield stood at approximately 28.8%. Following the full conversion of the purchase rights and warrants, Uranium Energy Corp.'s ownership would increase to roughly 36.8%, marking a consistent expansion of its position in U.S.-based uranium projects.

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Market Gains Amid New ETF Launch

The company's operational growth is being matched by evolving market dynamics. On February 10, Leverage Shares listed the Leverage Shares 2x Long UEC Daily ETF (Ticker: UECG) on the NASDAQ. This financial instrument aims to deliver twice the daily return of UEC's stock performance.

While the new ETF does not alter the company's underlying fundamentals, it provides additional trading avenues for both institutional and retail investors seeking leveraged exposure. Its introduction was part of a broader product rollout that included other commodity-focused firms.

Price Performance and Analyst Outlook

After declining 4.44% to $16.34 on February 10, UEC equity has demonstrated renewed strength. The current share price of $17.10 sits within a 52-week range of $14.00 to $19.75. Market researchers at Goldman Sachs issued a price target of $18.00 on February 4, placing the stock slightly below that benchmark. Uranium Energy Corp. currently commands a market capitalization of approximately $8.27 billion.

The forthcoming Anfield Energy shareholder decision on February 27, 2026, will be a critical indicator for whether this strategic consolidation can proceed as planned.