KEQU vs. NNE

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

KEQU (Kewaunee Scientific Corporation) and NNE (NANO Nuclear Energy Inc.) are both stocks. KEQU operates in Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances (Consumer Cyclical), while NNE operates in Specialty Industrial Machinery (Industrials). Over the past year, KEQU returned 1.01% vs -31.28% for NNE. At a 0.05 correlation, their price movements are largely independent.

Performance

KEQU vs. NNE - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Kewaunee Scientific Corporation (KEQU) and NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NNE). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, KEQU achieves a -0.94% return, which is significantly lower than NNE's 6.79% return.

KEQU

• 1D: -1.25%
• 1M: -7.28%
• YTD: -0.94%
• 6M: -4.29%
• 1Y: 1.01%
• 3Y*: 29.82%
• 5Y*: 21.67%
• 10Y*: 7.83%

NNE

• 1D: -9.11%
• 1M: -4.08%
• YTD: 6.79%
• 6M: -22.26%
• 1Y: -31.28%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

KEQU vs. NNE - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024
KEQU Kewaunee Scientific Corporation	-0.94%	-39.53%	73.38%
NNE NANO Nuclear Energy Inc.	6.79%	-3.55%	591.53%

Correlation

The correlation between KEQU and NNE is 0.08, meaning there is essentially no relationship between their price movements. Each responds to its own set of market drivers, making them strong candidates for combining in a diversified portfolio.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.08
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since May 8, 2024	0.05

Fundamentals

Market Cap KEQU : $110.55M NNE : $1.32B
EPS KEQU : $3.73 NNE : -$202.05
PB Ratio KEQU : 1.56 NNE : 0.00
Total Revenue (TTM) KEQU : $287.75M NNE : $0.00
Gross Profit (TTM) KEQU : $83.23M NNE : -$769.48K
EBITDA (TTM) KEQU : $26.69M NNE : $14.05B

Return for Risk

KEQU vs. NNE — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

KEQU

KEQU Risk / Return Rank: 43
KEQU Sharpe Ratio Rank: 43
KEQU Sortino Ratio Rank: 43
KEQU Omega Ratio Rank: 44
KEQU Calmar Ratio Rank: 42
KEQU Martin Ratio Rank: 42

NNE

NNE Risk / Return Rank: 30
NNE Sharpe Ratio Rank: 28
NNE Sortino Ratio Rank: 35
NNE Omega Ratio Rank: 35
NNE Calmar Ratio Rank: 25
NNE Martin Ratio Rank: 27

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

KEQU vs. NNE - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Kewaunee Scientific Corporation (KEQU) and NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NNE). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

	KEQU	NNE	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	0.02	-0.32	+0.34
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	0.46	0.15	+0.32
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.07	1.02	+0.05
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	0.02	-0.47	+0.50
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	0.03	-0.75	+0.78

KEQU vs. NNE - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current KEQU Sharpe Ratio is 0.02, which is higher than the NNE Sharpe Ratio of -0.32. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of KEQU and NNE, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Drawdowns

KEQU vs. NNE - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum KEQU drawdown since its inception was -79.95%, roughly equal to the maximum NNE drawdown of -77.68%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for KEQU and NNE.

Drawdown Indicators

	KEQU	NNE	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-79.95%	-77.68%	-2.27%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-43.35%	-66.45%	+23.10%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-55.36%	—	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-55.36%	—	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	-79.95%	—	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-46.81%	-54.72%	+7.91%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-32.25%	-36.35%	+4.10%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	30.75%	41.82%	-11.07%

Volatility

KEQU vs. NNE - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for Kewaunee Scientific Corporation (KEQU) is 8.39%, while NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NNE) has a volatility of 33.84%. This indicates that KEQU experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than NNE based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	KEQU	NNE	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	8.39%	33.84%	-25.45%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	25.87%	69.25%	-43.38%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	54.98%	98.30%	-43.32%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	50.24%	151.05%	-100.81%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	47.00%	151.05%	-104.05%

Dividends

KEQU vs. NNE - Dividend Comparison

Neither KEQU nor NNE has paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
KEQU Kewaunee Scientific Corporation	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	4.24%	2.17%	2.21%	2.29%	2.81%
NNE NANO Nuclear Energy Inc.	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

Financials

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both KEQU and NNE in my portfolio?

KEQU and NNE have a correlation of 0.08, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, KEQU or NNE?

NNE has higher volatility (33.84%) compared to KEQU (8.39%). In terms of maximum drawdown, KEQU dropped -79.95% vs NNE's -77.68%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

KEQU currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (0.02 vs -0.32), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.