UBS AM launches a new ETF focused on uranium and nuclear energy
21 JAN, 2026
UBS AM has announced the launch of the UBS Nuclear Economies UCITS ETF, a new exchange-traded fund that offers investors specific exposure to the uranium value chain and nuclear energy through a diversified, transparent, and cost-efficient vehicle, under the UCITS framework.
The ETF replicates the Solactive Global Uranium & Nuclear Economies Index, which provides diversified exposure to companies with a significant part of their business in uranium mining and exploration, investments in physical uranium and technologies linked to the uranium industry, including nuclear component manufacturers. However, the index excludes nuclear power plant operators, according to the manager.
A theme driven by electricity demand and energy security
UBS AM frames the launch in a context of increasing global electricity demand forecast for the coming decades, driven by factors such as urbanization, industrialization, and the accelerated expansion of artificial intelligence and data centers. In this scenario, nuclear energy regains prominence as a reliable option to meet supply needs, also supported by recent technological advances and a greater geopolitical focus on energy security, elements that —according to the firm— reinforce the long-term investment potential of the sector.
The UBS Nuclear Economies UCITS ETF will be listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and Xetra. The ETF discloses information in accordance with Article 6 under the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR).
As energy demand grows and energy security becomes more important in various nations, nuclear economies are once again a topic of conversation in terms of long-term infrastructure and industrial policies. For investors looking to participate in the strategic growth of the nuclear energy sector, the UBS Nuclear Economies UCITS ETF offers a transparent and efficient way to access a sector with the potential to play a fundamental role in the future of global energy supply.
Amanda Rebello, Head ETF & Index Fund Client Coverage, UBS AM
