Born in Munich, he first studied economics and graduated in business administration at the Ludwig-Maximilians-University in 1995. As he was involved with the stock market at a very early stage, he now has more than 30 years of experience in the capital markets. In the historic dot.com year 2000, he trained as a CEFA analyst in Frankfurt and has since then accompanied over 20 IPOs in Germany.
Until 2018, he held various positions at banks as an asset manager, capital market and macro expert as well as fundamental equity analyst. He is passionate about the energy, commodity and technology markets as well as the tactical and strategic asset allocation of liquid investment products. As an expert speaker at investment committee meetings of funds as well as at customer events, he can still describe the course of the 1987 crash, one of the major buying opportunities of the last 33 years on the stock market.
Today, he knows that the profit in shares is not necessarily the result of buying cheaply, but above all of avoiding mistakes and recognizing in good time when markets are ready to let air out. After all, in addition to basic fundamental analysis, investing in stocks is above all a phenomenon of global liquidity and this must be monitored regularly.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on May 7th, 2025 | 09:55 CEST
High-grade discovery at Tocvan Ventures – Gold corridor within reach at Gran Pilar
Volatility on the capital markets reached record levels in the first quarter of 2025. Geopolitical upheavals and unpredictable US policy have caused stock prices to fluctuate wildly. Precious metal investments could provide a good hedge against turbulence in the financial system and a devaluation of the US dollar. With spot prices recently reaching new record highs, investors are increasingly strengthening their exposure to the commodities sector. Gold has so far met expectations with prices of up to USD 3,500 and an annual gain of just under 20% in 2025, while silver has also reached high prices of over USD 35. In addition to producers, the spotlight is now shifting to the second tier of explorers. This is because the valuations of in-ground resources are at their lowest level in decades. Canadian gold explorer Tocvan Ventures (CSE: TOC | WKN: A2PE64 | ISIN: CA88900N1050 | CAD 0.69) has recently seen a string of positive announcements. The latest update on recent drilling at the Pilar gold-silver project in Sonora delivered impressive gold and silver grades.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on May 5th, 2025 | 07:20 CEST
Biotech is back with artificial intelligence! Evotec, NetraMark Holdings, Bayer, and BioNTech
Artificial intelligence has arrived in health research! Whenever large volumes of data need to be analyzed, patterns recognized, or results condensed, immense computing power is required. The goal is to detect complex structures, automate processes, and make real-time decisions. The use of AI in medicine and pharmaceutical development is making good progress because time and high validation capability are key here. Some companies have already recognized the signs of the times and are working hard on the new technologies. On the stock market, this is often the starting signal for significantly higher valuations. Evotec, Bayer, and BioNTech are well-known European players, while Canadian company NetraMark Holdings has seen its share price increase sevenfold since fall 2024. What is behind this surge?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on April 30th, 2025 | 07:10 CEST
Here we go! Plug Power turns, rollout at dynaCERT, opportunities with Mutares, VW, and BYD?
Some say the volatility is unbearable, while traders shout: opportunities everywhere. The stock market is currently relentless. Those positioned poorly can quickly see double-digit losses, but on the upside, profits are once again within reach. The former high-tech favorites are taking off again. After a spectacular sell-off at Plug Power in April, there have been strong buybacks in recent days. dynaCERT is also going full steam ahead in sales. Mutares recently delivered rather disappointing figures, and BYD could become the world's most successful automotive company in 2025. We take a closer look.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on April 25th, 2025 | 07:10 CEST
Crash or rebound? Tracking the data with Palantir, SAP, MiMedia, and Deutsche Telekom
Is the big correction already over? Given historically high liquidity, investors are wondering whether last week's slump marked the end of the road. Stocks such as Nvidia, Apple and SAP have now corrected more than 25% from their highs, something that has rarely been seen in the last 24 months. The NASDAQ is tentatively working its way back up, but the DAX 40 index is gaining momentum. It is now only 1,500 points away from its previous high of 23,476 points. A good strategy could, therefore, be to selectively re-enter the market. However, set clear loss limits for each investment. Here are a few promising suggestions.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on April 24th, 2025 | 07:10 CEST
Trump backs down! Investors rejoice with BYD, Power Metallic, Nio, and Deutz
The markets are in turmoil. "Fast market," shouts a trader as prices fluctuate by the second. With news coming in at such a rapid pace, investors' nerves are on edge. But for level-headed investors, there are now bargains to be had that were missing just months ago. However, the selection is not easy because international customs policy also plays a role alongside company balance sheets. If punitive tariffs of over 100% are not withdrawn, the automotive sector could even face a total market collapse. Consumers at the end of the chain will not want to and cannot pay the artificially inflated prices. The economy would inevitably collapse. We are looking at stable business models with medium-term opportunities.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on April 23rd, 2025 | 07:10 CEST
No Trump frustration with 123fahrschule and Mutares, but caution is advised with defense stocks such as RENK, Hensoldt, and Steyr!
The daily news is driving stock market activity. After a rollercoaster ride caused by Trump, popular tech stocks such as the Magnificent 7 are now down a good 20%. In the case of Nvidia, the stock is now USD 50 below its peak. For many, this is an opportunity to finally take a breather and think about the rest of the stock market year. Small caps such as the successful 123fahrschule continue to work on their growth programs, and Mutares is making good progress with its investments. The hot defense stocks RENK and Hensoldt appear somewhat overpriced. Those who want to generate returns now must be very selective and invest in specialties. After gains of just under 10% per annum, global ETF savers will likely take a break from returns in 2025. In the meantime, flexible investors will come out on top. Here are a few ideas.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on April 22nd, 2025 | 07:20 CEST
This is the post-Easter opportunity! Evotec, Bayer, BioNTech, and Defence Therapeutics in focus
Donald Trump snubs his international partners, insults prominent Americans, and withdraws long-standing funding commitments to Harvard. Who would have thought? The new US administration is turning out to be an unpredictable fragmentation bomb that could hit anyone. Economic policy resembles a game of hot and cold when stability is needed. On the stock market, investors are trying to price in old tariffs, no tariffs, and new tariffs - every day brings a fresh bouquet of announced measures. There has hardly been a similarly volatile period in recent years, but Donald Trump is not interested in stock market prices. For the overvalued high-tech sector, this is a welcome opportunity to take profits. The biotech sector could finally take off were it not for the sharp rise in interest rates. The only thing that can help now is a case-by-case assessment of investment opportunities.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on April 16th, 2025 | 07:55 CEST
Gold in focus, Defense accelerates again – Agnico Eagle, Golden Cariboo, Hensoldt, and RENK in focus
The daily theatrics are hard to beat. US President Donald Trump is engaging in slapstick and snubbing long-standing trading partners. In his own country, he leaves no stone unturned in his efforts to counterbalance the nearly USD 36 trillion national debt through savings and additional revenues. This creates great uncertainty in the stock markets and causes economic institutes to calculate more precisely whether, instead of growth, a recession may be looming. But perhaps it is all just a test to force political partners to the table. However, the threat of inflation means that precious metals remain in focus. Unresolved geopolitical conflicts also continue to drive defense machinery forward. Here, a volume in the triple-digit billion range is expected, which will result in revenue in the coming years. The train is running at full steam!
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on April 16th, 2025 | 07:45 CEST
Tariff madness drives gold! Caution advised with Barrick, Globex Mining, Mutares, and Steyr
Every day brings a new spectacle from the White House. What resembles a farce is, unfortunately, a harsh reality. The new president, Donald Trump, leaves no doubt about who dictates the conditions in global trade. But even Mr. Universe has to row back now and then because experts have a clever piece of advice or two on how to avoid completely running the US into the ground. After all, the proclaimed tariffs threaten a severe cooling of the global economy and a surge in inflation - a perfect opportunity for precious metal investments. Due to the general uncertainty, defense stocks also remain in focus. We do the math.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on April 14th, 2025 | 08:00 CEST
Growth despite tariffs: It is all about using artificial intelligence! Novo Nordisk, NetraMark Holdings, Infineon, and Intel
The tariff policy of the Trump administration is casting a long shadow over the global economy, with ifo Institute President Clemens Fuest warning it could even trigger a new global recession. Only a handful of companies can currently afford to relax - those that manufacture entirely within the US and serve mainly domestic markets. However, the economy is highly interconnected, the recently favored globalization has ensured that. The wheel is currently turning backwards, and "local sourcing" is the new buzzword. History has shown that protectionism rarely leads to positive outcomes. It is important for investors to look closely at which policymakers truly have an understanding of economic issues without ideological distortions. Identifying these trends can lead to discovering high-potential stocks. The search is not easy, but we are here to provide support wherever possible.
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