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 9th, 2024 | 07:00 CEST
100% gains with auto stocks! BYD and dynaCERT are already on the launch pad. Are VW, BMW and Mercedes low enough yet?
Growing market shares through progress and innovation. While Chinese e-mobility is vehemently pushing into Europe, local manufacturers face a strategic dilemma. After all, combustion engines are currently still in demand, but what will things look like in 10 years? European car manufacturers currently have to pursue an expensive dual strategy in order to generate revenue. This means that they must not lose pace with developments in the electric vehicle sector while the combustion engine business continues to run at full throttle. While BMW will start series production of fuel cell cars in 2028, the Canadian hydrogen specialist dynaCERT is already in full swing. Where are the opportunities for resourceful investors?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 4th, 2024 | 07:15 CEST
DAX correction - Time to sell defense stocks? Rheinmetall, Renk, First Hydrogen, thyssenkrupp, and nucera
What an incredible rally in just four weeks! At the beginning of August, the DAX 40 index was still at 17,200 points - yesterday, for the first time, it was close to the 19,000 mark. And all against the backdrop of a flimsy interest rate cut announcement from the US. Once again, investors are betting on a big wave of interest rate cuts, but will they materialize? Although inflation is falling slightly, the price of goods and services has risen by a good 50% in the last four years. We are not referring to the misleading consumer price index of the statisticians but rather to the "menu of the people." We are talking about restaurants, consumption, mobility, and housing. The most significant increase has likely been in the housing sector, where energy prices, insurance costs, and rents have risen dramatically. Soon, even homeowners will be affected by property tax, as the wheel of inflation continues to turn. Equities have once again surged ahead as war and expensive raw materials fuel the market. Where are the opportunities for investors?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 3rd, 2024 | 07:30 CEST
Artificial intelligence as a winning model! 200% return with Super Micro Computer and BlockchainK2, Caution with Intel and Aixtron!
The high-tech wave has been quite pronounced so far in 2024. Even the correction in July had little impact on the strong trend, which is now continuing upward. However, investors now clearly differentiate between the business models. Pure hardware manufacturers like Intel and Aixtron are coming under increasing scrutiny. On the other hand, Nvidia, the industry leader, is now earning just as much money with data centers as with its ultra-fast graphics chips. In the small-cap segment, highly interesting companies are already successfully using artificial intelligence to streamline business processes and thus achieve enormous cost savings. We analyze a little deeper and look to identify the yield drivers.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 2nd, 2024 | 07:30 CEST
DAX on a high, clear turnaround at Evotec and Saturn Oil + Gas, TUI and Lufthansa in a daily battle
The current stock market euphoria might seem out of place at first glance, given the geopolitical uncertainties, sluggish economic growth, and persistent inflation. However, it is important to remember: The stock market is looking 6 to 9 months ahead. The expectation is that inflation will weaken significantly, and the current interest rate level will fall considerably. In this environment of "steadily improving conditions", technology shares seem to be on the rise. Wars such as those in Ukraine or the Middle East may weigh on people's minds, but they boost the balance sheets of the defense industry. In this respect, there is little reason for pessimism, and the DAX at least reached new all-time highs at the end of August. It is worth taking a look at some of the lagging stocks.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on August 28th, 2024 | 07:00 CEST
Starting signal for a rally? BioNTech, Pfizer, and Bayer under scrutiny, Major news expected from Cardiol Therapeutics and Evotec
Despite all the prophecies of doom, life goes on in the biotech sector. With a medium-term focus, it makes sense to bet on management qualities, as the recent price drops were partially too severe, but the research approaches promise a better future. BioNTech and Pfizer still have to deal with the COVID-19 issue, while Bayer has now taken all measures to achieve a turnaround. The situation at Cardiol Therapeutics and Evotec is particularly interesting, as the members of the Management Board continue to buy shares regularly.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on August 26th, 2024 | 07:15 CEST
E-mobility stutters, 200% possible with AI! VW, Mercedes, Prismo Metals, and Super Micro Computer in focus!
E-mobility has become a political issue in Europe. This is because the EU is smilingly having to approve imports from China, which are around 25% cheaper. Although punitive tariffs came into force last week, they also affected German models produced in Asia that are intended for the European market. In the long term, trade wars will always have a negative impact on the economy because consumers remain uncertain, delaying new car purchases. Local dealers are overwhelmed with showroom stock delivered directly from factories. Overall, this puts additional pressure on an already struggling economy, and after Varta, there will likely be more cases of restructuring in the sector. We take a closer look at this challenging sector and uncover interesting opportunities!
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on August 20th, 2024 | 07:15 CEST
The world keeps turning! Caution with VW, Mercedes, Altech Advanced Materials, Plug Power, and Nel ASA!
E-mobility and the upstream battery market are making headlines. Following the abolition of tax incentives, the topic of "electric mobility" has to face up to the harsh market conditions. Hydrogen is also competing, but it is currently still far too expensive to be economically successful. This leaves us with battery technologies, which are used both in energy storage systems and in vehicles. The near bankruptcy of Varta shows how tough the market has become here. There is plenty of room for innovative ideas! Altech Advanced Materials is making waves in German engineering with solid concepts. The market eagerly awaits the first mid-sized products, while many other market players must first justify their billion-dollar valuations. We take a closer look.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on August 19th, 2024 | 07:15 CEST
New Nasdaq bull market: Highs ahead for Rheinmetall, Almonty Industries, Super Micro Computer, and Infineon
The correction was over quickly! The Nasdaq 100 index has lost 3,000 points since the beginning of July. This meant a third of the annual performance was wiped out in the short term. However, the fantasy of imminent interest rate cuts by the Fed quickly put an end to the correction. The highly regarded technology index recovered more than half of its losses in just one week. Nvidia led the way, rebounding from USD 92 to USD 125. The half-year figures for Rheinmetall and Almonty will be available at the end of August. We take a closer look.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on August 12th, 2024 | 07:45 CEST
After the crash, buy defense, big data, and high-tech now! Rheinmetall, BYD, VW, Globex Mining, and Palantir in focus
The DAX had gained a good 13% by the summer, while the tech-heavy NASDAQ 100 index saw an even more significant increase of 24%. However, much of this progress has melted away in recent weeks. Due to ongoing geopolitical uncertainties, especially in the Middle East, the stock markets experienced a summer setback. This is not uncommon for this time of year. There are often index corrections, which then transition seamlessly into the year-end rally from late fall. The FED could be the driving force this year. Renowned investment banks expect the September meeting to mark the start of a longer cycle of interest rate cuts by a total of 5 measures. This would likely mark the starting signal for the next super bull markets. Before then, we will separate the wheat from the chaff to ensure your portfolio is correctly positioned.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on August 7th, 2024 | 11:40 CEST
CRASH - AI and high-tech now on a silver platter! Amazon, LVMH, VCI Global, Cogia, A2Z Smart Technologies, and Super Micro Computer
Finally, a clear correction, say some; oh my goodness, say those who bought in recent weeks. The historical pattern is repeating itself. Attractive splits in the high-tech, followed by a new all-time high, and then the crash. Nvidia and especially the so-called "Magnificent Seven" have already had a first-class run with 100% returns in 2024. Now, the question is: can this euphoria be repeated? What is crucial now are also the cash reserves of traders and how much valuable capital has actually been lost in the recent collapse. US investment banks have done a quick calculation: USD 2.5 trillion in market capitalization was wiped out in just 48 hours. But as we know, money does not just disappear - it ends up somewhere else! We select interesting shares that offer more excitement at a reduced level!
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