Shares of Oklo Inc. (NYSE: OKLO), a nuclear energy technology company, plummeted by 11.95% on November 4, 2024, as the broader nuclear energy sector experienced a significant sell-off.

The decline in Oklo's stock price was accompanied by a drop in other nuclear energy stocks, with Constellation Energy Group, a major player in the industry, slumping over 8% on the same day.

While the specific catalyst for the sell-off in the nuclear energy sector remains unclear, analysts speculate that investors may have been concerned about the industry's prospects or broader market conditions. However, some institutional investors, who hold a substantial stake in Oklo, may be willing to overlook the short-term market cap drop if the company's long-term growth prospects remain positive.