PMGC Holdings Inc. Announces Strategic Share Acquisition in Micro Modular Reactor (MMR) Focused Nuclear Energy Company, Nuclea Energy Inc.

Rhea-AI Summary

PMGC Holdings (NASDAQ: ELAB) announced that its investment arm PMGC Capital acquired a non-controlling equity stake in Nuclea Energy, a company developing Micro Modular Reactors (MMR). The transaction closed on November 6, 2025.

The move aligns with PMGC Capital's focus on next-generation energy infrastructure, energy security, and decarbonization. The release cites a projected global SMR/MMR market growth from about $7.5 billion in 2025 to more than $16 billion by 2034, a ~9% CAGR, and notes demand drivers including grid stability, industrial loads, and data centers.

Positive

• Investment closed on November 6, 2025
• Non-controlling stake positions PMGC in MMR technology development
• SMR/MMR market projected to grow from $7.5B to >$16B by 2034 (~9% CAGR)

Negative

• Non-controlling stake provides limited operational control over Nuclea Energy

Key Figures

Global SMR market 2025 $7.5 billion Projected global Small Modular Reactor market size in 2025

Global SMR market 2034 more than $16 billion Projected global Small Modular Reactor market size in 2034

SMR market CAGR 9% Projected compound annual growth rate 2025–2034 for SMR/MMR market

Investment closing date November 6, 2025 Date PMGC Capital’s Nuclea Energy investment closed

Market Reality Check

$5.57 Last Close

Volume Volume 752,297 is below the 20-day average 1,062,293, suggesting no outsized trading spike ahead of this news. normal

Technical Shares at $1.61 are trading below the 200-day MA of $7.24, reflecting a longer-term downtrend despite the recent gain.

Peers on Argus

ELAB’s pre-news move of +13.38% contrasts with mixed biotech peers: some up (e.g., QLGN +7.72%, SPRC +5.07%) and others down (UBX -29.14%, INDP -4.55%), indicating stock-specific dynamics rather than a broad sector rotation.

Historical Context

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Jan 05	Reverse stock split	Negative	+13.4%	Announced effective 1-for-4 reverse split and share consolidation details.
Jan 02	Reverse split plan	Negative	-4.0%	Planned 1-for-4 reverse split with proportional equity award adjustments.
Dec 22	Certification milestone	Positive	-11.1%	AGA Precision Systems achieved AS9100 aerospace and defense quality certification.
Dec 17	Clinical AI progress	Positive	-29.7%	NorthStrive advanced AI-driven drug discovery program to Phase III studies.
Dec 04	Equity stake highlight	Positive	-4.1%	PMGC highlighted its equity stake as GEVI uplisted to NYSE American.

Pattern Detected

Recent history shows frequent negative price reactions to ostensibly positive operational updates, while structural events like reverse splits have sometimes coincided with gains.

Recent Company History

Over the past months, PMGC has undergone multiple structural and strategic changes. A 1-for-4 reverse split effective Jan 6, 2026 followed several prior reverse splits in 2024–2025. The company expanded through acquisitions such as AGA Precision Systems and advanced its NorthStrive Biosciences AI-driven drug discovery program toward Phase III work. It also highlighted strategic equity stakes like its investment in General Enterprise Ventures. Today’s minority investment in Nuclea Energy continues this diversified, asset-focused strategy.

Market Pulse Summary

The stock dropped -12.7% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite strategic positioning in a projected $16B+ SMR/MMR market would fit ELAB’s pattern of selling off on positive milestones, such as certifications and clinical progress. Recent filings detail recurring losses, significant resale overhangs, and going-concern disclosures, which may weigh more heavily than diversification benefits from the Nuclea Energy investment, especially with shares already far below the 200-day MA of 7.24.

Key Terms

small modular reactor technical

"The U.S. small and micro modular reactor (SMR/MMR) market is experiencing rapid growth"

A small modular reactor is a compact nuclear power plant designed to generate electricity in smaller amounts compared to traditional reactors. It can be built in factories, then transported and assembled on-site, making it quicker and often cheaper to deploy. For investors, these reactors represent a potential source of clean energy with lower upfront costs and flexible scaling, which could influence future energy markets and infrastructure investments.

micro modular reactor technical

"focused on the development and advancement of Micro Modular Reactor (MMR) and advanced nuclear energy solutions"

A micro modular reactor is a compact, factory-built nuclear power unit designed to supply a small, steady amount of electricity and heat—think of it as a scaled-down, self-contained power station you could place where a large plant wouldn’t fit. For investors it matters because these reactors promise lower upfront construction risk and steady, low-carbon revenue streams, but they also carry regulatory, licensing and long-term waste and decommissioning uncertainties that affect cost and returns.

MMR technical

"Micro Modular Reactor (MMR) and advanced nuclear energy solutions"

MMR is a combined vaccine that protects against measles, mumps and rubella, three contagious viral illnesses. For investors, MMR-related news matters because changes in approvals, manufacturing capacity, supply, or public vaccination programs can quickly affect revenues, costs and reputation for vaccine makers and healthcare providers—similar to how a disruption to a key product line can alter a company's sales and market value.

CAGR financial

"representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 9%"

Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) measures the average yearly growth of an investment, revenue, or other metric over a multi-year period as if it had grown at a steady rate each year. Think of it like the constant speed that would take you from the starting value to the ending value over the same time—useful because it smooths out ups and downs and lets investors compare different assets or performance periods on an even footing.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

• The U.S. small and micro modular reactor (SMR/MMR) market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by energy security needs, data center demand, and federal support for advanced nuclear technologies
  

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PMGC Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ELAB) (“PMGC” or the “Company”), a diversified public holding company with multiple operating subsidiaries announces its investment arm PMGC Capital LLC. (“PMGC Capital”), has invested and acquired non-controlling shares in Nuclea Energy Inc. (“Nuclea Energy”), a company focused on the development and advancement of Micro Modular Reactor (MMR) and advanced nuclear energy solutions. The investment closed on November 6, 2025.

The investment reflects PMGC Capital strategic focus on identifying and supporting companies positioned within long-term secular growth trends, including next-generation energy infrastructure, energy security, and decarbonization. MMRs are increasingly recognized as a scalable, reliable, and low-carbon power solution capable of supporting grid stability, industrial demand, data centers, and future energy needs.

The global Small Modular Reactor (SMR) market—which includes Micro Modular Reactors (MMRs)—is projected to grow from approximately $7.5 billion in 2025 to more than $16 billion by 2034, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 9%, with the United States emerging as a leading market for development and deployment. Sources below.

About Nuclea Energy Inc.

Nuclea Energy’s vision is to provide clean, reliable, and economically competitive nuclear energy to remote and industrial markets by replacing high cost and high emission fossil fuels with passively safe and transportable micro nuclear technology. The company is a technology developer focused on advancing its Morpheus micro reactor toward commercial readiness for off grid applications including remote communities, mining operations, data centres, and remote military infrastructure through continued technology development and regulatory progress in Canada and the United States

About PMGC Capital LLC

A multi-strategy investment firm focused on direct investments, strategic lending, and acquiring undervalued companies and assets across diverse markets. Our mission is to identify and seize high-potential opportunities, delivering sustainable growth and maximizing returns on capital.

About PMGC Holdings Inc.

PMGC Holdings Inc. is a diversified holding company that manages and grows its portfolio through strategic acquisitions, investments, and development across various industries. We are committed to exploring opportunities in multiple sectors to maximize growth and value. For more information, please visit https://www.pmgcholdings.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements contained in this press release regarding matters that are not historical facts are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Words such as “believes,” “expects,” “plans,” “potential,” “would” and “future” or similar expressions such as “look forward” are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release and are neither historical facts nor assurances of future performance. Instead, they are based only on our current beliefs, expectations and assumptions regarding the future of our business, future plans and strategies, projections, anticipated events and trends, the economy, activities of regulators and future regulations and other future conditions. Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and many of which are outside of our control. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results. Therefore, you should not rely on any of these forward-looking statements. These and other risks are described more fully in PMGC Holdings’ filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the SEC on March 28, 2025, and its other documents subsequently filed with or furnished to the SEC. Investors and security holders are urged to read these documents free of charge on the SEC’s web site at www.sec.gov. All forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date on which they were made. Except to the extent required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made.

IR Contact:

IR@pmgcholdings.com

Sources:

• Precedence Research – Small Modular Reactor Market Size, Share & Forecast
  https://www.precedenceresearch.com/small-modular-reactor-market
• Fortune Business Insights – Small Modular Nuclear Reactor Market
  https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/industry-reports/small-modular-nuclear-reactor-market-101578

FAQ

What did PMGC (ELAB) announce on January 6, 2026 about Nuclea Energy?

PMGC said PMGC Capital acquired a non-controlling stake in Nuclea Energy, with the investment closing on November 6, 2025.

How large is the SMR/MMR market projection cited in PMGC's announcement (ELAB)?

The announcement cites a projected market increase from $7.5 billion in 2025 to more than $16 billion by 2034, ~9% CAGR.

Does PMGC (ELAB) hold a controlling interest in Nuclea Energy after the investment?

No — the company described the acquisition as a non-controlling shareholding.

What strategic reasons did PMGC (ELAB) give for investing in Nuclea Energy?

PMGC said the investment aligns with its focus on next-generation energy infrastructure, energy security, and decarbonization.

What energy applications did PMGC mention for MMR technology in the ELAB announcement?

The release cited MMRs supporting grid stability, industrial demand, data centers, and future energy needs.