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 September 22nd, 2025 | 07:10 CEST
Takeovers in the chip sector – Gold is unstoppable! Intel, AMD, Infineon, and Sranan Gold
The stock market is booming, and strategic partnerships are nothing unusual. Then last week came the bombshell: the world's largest chip designer, Nvidia, is investing billions in its rival Intel. The two semiconductor companies announced that Nvidia will acquire Intel shares worth USD 5 billion. They also plan to jointly develop chips for PCs and data centers in the field of artificial intelligence. That adds more fuel to the already overheated NASDAQ rally. A rate cut by the Fed on Wednesday also catapulted precious metals upwards. Gold touched the USD 3,700 mark, while silver broke through the next barrier at USD 43. The bull market continues, and as usual, it is high-tech stocks and gold stocks like Sranan Gold that are leading the way. Here is an important update.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 18th, 2025 | 07:20 CEST
Margins war and soaring commodity prices! Caution advised on BYD, Mercedes, RENK, and European Lithium
So far, September has turned out to be a month of bliss. It appears that the stock market already underwent its full correction back in April. Investors are still buying high-tech and AI stocks, seemingly unconcerned by valuations of historic proportions. In the wake of this super bull market, automakers BYD and Mercedes have recently suffered significant price corrections. At the same time, the wave of euphoria surrounding defense stock RENK now appears somewhat exaggerated. The rally around critical metals has also driven European Lithium and its US subsidiary Critical Metals significantly higher. With commodity prices recently exploding, however, the rally here is likely only just beginning. We take a closer look at the numbers.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 17th, 2025 | 07:15 CEST
Gold explodes to USD 3,700 – What is next? Time to bet on Barrick Mining, Newmont, Dryden Gold and BASF
The gold price is currently being driven primarily by expectations of falling US interest rates, a weaker US dollar, high geopolitical uncertainty, and strong purchases by central banks. The latter added around 1,045 tons of gold to their reserves in 2024, one of the highest levels in recent years. Major US investment banks have consistently raised their price targets: Goldman Sachs expects around USD 3,700 per ounce by the end of 2025, JPMorgan sees an average of about USD 3,675 in Q4, and UBS even forecasts up to USD 3,800. In very optimistic scenarios, prices of over USD 4,000 are already being discussed in industry. How are gold giants Barrick and Newmont performing in this environment? In the short term, they have been significantly outperformed by Dryden Gold, which has recently doubled in value. Investors should now drastically increase their exposure to precious metals, as they have been overinvested in AI, high tech, and defense for months. Here are a few ideas.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 16th, 2025 | 07:05 CEST
Stock market with explosive potential – Where are the winners? Daimler Truck, dynaCERT and Plug Power
The stock market is currently developing very selectively. In addition to the megatrends of artificial intelligence, high-tech, and defense, investor interest is gradually shifting to future-focused sectors that have not yet felt much of the general bull market. The hydrogen sector in particular has hardly benefited from the general bullish mood so far. In addition to industrial applications within the energy transition, hydrogen technologies offer significant potential in heavy-duty transport, local transport and mining. The goal is to significantly reduce diesel consumption and thus contribute to emissions reduction. This is particularly true in cases where battery-powered trucks reach their limits in terms of range, weight, or charging times. The market for fuel cell infrastructure is growing rapidly. The EU plans to invest around EUR 5 billion in this area by 2030. Pilot projects and government subsidies are driving development forward, and private investors are now starting to take notice. Where do the opportunities for investors lie?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 15th, 2025 | 07:00 CEST
Security is key – Acquisitions continue to drive growth! 100% bull market possible with Almonty, Steyr, Mutares and Deutz
The stock markets are looking for direction! While the Russia-Ukraine conflict enters the next round with the drone incident in Poland, prices for strategic metals continue to rise. Western industries are under pressure from NATO rearmament and are looking for secure jurisdictions to be able to process highly sensitive orders. Supplies of critical raw materials from China have fallen by 90% since March 2025, with only long-term contracts still being fulfilled. But what about the current boom in orders? The price of the critical metal tungsten has doubled within 12 months. The primary beneficiary is Almonty Industries, as it already has active mines in Europe and is about to launch a mega-project in South Korea. Highly exciting, but also a challenge for investors. What happens next?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 12th, 2025 | 07:10 CEST
Cryptos & tokens in rally mode - Caution with Strategy, Finexity, Coinbase and Palantir
Stock market dynamics evolve in certain cycles. With the advent of high-performance computers, trading has become faster, and new asset classes like cryptocurrencies are leading to a shift in liquidity to other segments. The global crypto market is expected to experience exponential growth through 2030, potentially reaching over EUR 10 trillion, driven by increasing acceptance of tokens, DeFi, NFTs, and institutional investments. The market opportunities for tokenized securities are enormous, with experts projecting an annual growth rate of over 60%. Strategy and Coinbase are very well-positioned on the NASDAQ as prominent representatives of the crypto sector. Palantir is proving to be an innovation leader at the interface of AI, Blockchain, and data management. In Germany, the financial services provider Finexity AG recently went public. Opportunities are plentiful – but selection is far from easy.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 11th, 2025 | 07:00 CEST
In peace and war – Defense stocks poised for the next leap: Volatus Aerospace, thyssenkrupp, DroneShield and Rheinmetall
Europe's defense industry is facing an unprecedented wave of investment. The combination of long-term secure financing, political resolve, and technological modernization is creating an attractive environment for providers of defense systems, sensor, and AI solutions. Analysts expect average growth rates of 5 to 10%, which will see the market expand from around EUR 125 billion to approximately EUR 170 billion by 2030. The key drivers are the EU's massive investment offensives, which aim to mobilize up to EUR 800 billion through the new SAFE financial instrument. This is a historic turning point for rearmament - especially after 25 years of disarmament. The package includes EUR 150 billion in loans for the joint procurement of high-tech systems such as drones, air defense, and artillery. Which stocks stand to benefit from this scenario?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 10th, 2025 | 07:00 CEST
Will Trump's tariffs be stopped by the courts? Gold and silver on the rise – Deutz, Desert Gold, Renk, and Hensoldt in focus
A US appeals court has declared most of Trump's tariffs unlawful under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) of 1977. This law allows the president to take economic measures against foreign countries in the event of a declared national emergency. However, no such national emergency currently exists. Instead, the US economy is growing at a moderate pace, while benefiting from the energy supply emergencies in Europe and further defense support for Ukraine. The US is no longer simply giving these goods away; instead, it now provides loans or sells them to allied countries. This creates significant uncertainty in the markets, which in turn is fueling defense stocks as well as gold and silver. New highs were reached at USD 3,640 for gold and USD 41.5 for silver. Where do the opportunities lie for investors?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 9th, 2025 | 10:05 CEST
The next wave is coming! NetraMark and BioNTech are on the winning track - Can Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly follow suit?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the development of new drugs by analyzing complex data at lightning speed and making clinical trials more efficient. AI technologies enable candidates to be selected more specifically for research projects and therapeutic successes to be predicted with greater precision. Companies such as NetraMark and BioNTech have already successfully used these tools, with the Mainz-based company currently even achieving breakthroughs in oncology. Meanwhile, Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly, once stars of the obesity market, are now seen as "fallen angels". Will they manage to turn things around? Investors with foresight now have new opportunities in rapidly growing billion-dollar markets. A long-awaited interest rate cut in the US could be the spark the sector needs! Selection is now key!
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 8th, 2025 | 07:25 CEST
Berlin's billion-euro programs are making shareholders rich! Rheinmetall, Hochtief, Argo Graphene and Bilfinger
The money-printing machine is running! The 2026 federal budget has now been approved at EUR 521 billion. The defense budget is set to rise from EUR 62.4 billion to EUR 82.7 billion. In addition, there will be an additional EUR 25.5 billion from the special budget for the German Armed Forces. Federal investments – including the Climate and Transformation Fund and new special assets – will amount to approximately EUR 126.7 billion in 2026. New borrowing is expected to rise to EUR 89.9 billion, and if the so-called "special assets" are included, new borrowing will rise to EUR 174.3 billion – a historic figure. This is a windfall for companies in the defense and infrastructure sectors. Which stocks are now taking center stage?
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