Carsten Mainitz
The native Rhineland-Palatinate has been a passionate market participant for more than 25 years. After studying business administration in Mannheim, he worked as a journalist, in equity sales and many years in equity research.
Most recently, he headed a Hamburg-based investment research company as a member of the board for 8 years.
He is particularly interested in international small and micro caps and empirical capital market research (behavioral finance).
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 22nd, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Game-Changer Alert: How Drones Are Transforming More Than Just the Battlefield—and Why Volatus Aerospace is a Stock to Watch
On modern battlefields, drones are essential for reconnaissance, precision strikes, and increasingly for determining the outcome of conflicts. But drones are not only reshaping military operations. Strong growth is also emerging across many civilian sectors, from logistics and infrastructure to security services. Investors are asking themselves a key question: Who will benefit from this boom in the long term? One company increasingly moving into focus is Volatus Aerospace. With a broad service offering ranging from drone operations to data-driven services (SaaS), the company is strategically positioning itself across multiple use cases. Rising demand from NATO-related customers is providing additional momentum. Canada's Defence Industrial Strategy could further support long-term growth prospects. While the stock still appears moderately valued compared to peers, this could change as visibility increases and the planned Nasdaq listing potentially broadens investor access.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 17th, 2026 | 07:10 CEST
The Perfect Time to Buy: dynaCERT – Innovative Bridge Technology Hits the Mark!
When a company makes tangible operational progress but remains overlooked by the market, it can create opportunities for investors with a longer-term perspective. This currently appears to be the case with dynaCERT right now. The Canadian company's retrofit technology for diesel engines targets two critical variables: cost efficiency and emissions reduction. By generating hydrogen on demand and introducing it into the combustion process, fuel consumption and emissions can be measurably reduced. The energy crisis and increasing regulation of greenhouse gas emissions also play into the company's hands. Analysts attest to the stock's potential for significant appreciation!
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 16th, 2026 | 07:30 CEST
Almonty Industries: Strategic Reassessment Opens Up Further Upside Potential
It is a good thing when a company has what many others want. This is particularly true for Almonty Industries. The US-based company produces the critical raw material tungsten, which is in high demand and irreplaceable across many industries due to its unique properties, such as extreme heat resistance and the ability to withstand enormous pressure. Demand is rising enormously, particularly in the defense industry. Almonty is set to become the largest tungsten producer outside of China in the foreseeable future. Its main production site in Sangdong, South Korea, was designed to generate high margins even in a low-price environment of USD 350 per metric ton unit (MTU). The price currently stands at USD 3,000 per MTU. Analysts are factoring in only a fraction of that. Given the fundamentally changed market conditions, a revaluation of the stock will begin, taking into account the new reality and the company's geopolitical significance.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 15th, 2026 | 08:10 CEST
Boost from the Energy Shock: A.H.T. Syngas With a 150% Chance, Nordex Due for a Correction, and What is Happening with Verbio?
The energy and oil price shock is hitting global markets and simultaneously marking a turning point for investors. Skyrocketing prices for fossil fuels, wars, and growing supply uncertainties pose major challenges. But there are also winners: companies in the renewable energy and sustainable technology sectors. Here, the little-known A.H.T. Syngas stands out positively. The company uses an innovative process for on-site energy generation from biomass, which brings numerous advantages. Analysts see significant upside potential. After a strong run, the wind turbine manufacturer could now be facing a correction—order intake is declining from high levels. Biofuel producer Verbio is benefiting from high prices and recently raised its forecast. How should investors position themselves now?
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 10th, 2026 | 08:20 CEST
Unlocking Massive Potential in Pharma's Largest Segment: Innovator Vidac Pharma, Industry Leader Bayer, or Turnaround Candidate Evotec?
Oncology is the most strategically important growth market in the pharmaceutical industry and at the same time one of the key levers for improving global health. Currently, around 20 million people worldwide are diagnosed with cancer each year, a figure expected to exceed 30 million annually by 2040. The global oncology drug market is already valued at over USD 200 billion and continues to expand rapidly. Bayer aims to rank among the world's leading oncology players by 2030 and recently reaffirmed its medium-term targets. Following the sale of a stake in a cancer specialist, shareholders of Evotec, which has faced significant pressure, may soon benefit from a welcome inflow of funds. Vidac Pharma, on the other hand, is breaking new ground in the fight against skin cancer. There is enormous potential here.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 9th, 2026 | 07:10 CEST
Volatus Aerospace: The Drone Supercycle Is Just Starting—and This Undervalued Stock Stands to Soar
Unmanned aviation is no longer a niche market. It is evolving into a cornerstone of modern security and infrastructure architectures. As geopolitical tensions and hotspots expand, and technological advances accelerate the need for real-time aerial intelligence, specialized providers like Volatus Aerospace are positioning themselves for the next growth surge. Volatus's rapidly growing defense business is benefiting from NATO contracts and Canada's defense strategy. With the planned Nasdaq listing, the stock is increasingly coming into focus for investors. Investors still have an opportunity to capture the significant valuation discount.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 8th, 2026 | 07:05 CEST
Power Metallic Mines: World-Class Asset at a Bargain Price – Revaluation Underway
The Iran conflict is currently dominating the stock markets. What lies ahead, and how hard will the energy shock hit the global economy? What remains certain is just how fragile commodity supplies and supply chains are. Western governments are pushing to regionalize critical supply chains and thereby reduce dependence on politically unstable regions. Copper and platinum group metals are high on the industrial policy agenda, as they play a significant role in electrification, the hydrogen economy, digitalization, and high-tech. This is exactly where Power Metallic Mines comes into play. The Canadian company owns a large, high-quality polymetallic project in Canada with the potential to become a major, long-term supply source for Western industries. Analysts expect the stock to rise by nearly 200% over the next 12 months!
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 2nd, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Antimony in Focus: Analysts See Doubling Potential for Antimony Resources
Created and published on behalf of Antimony Resources Corp.
Driven by rising defense spending, geopolitical tensions, and highly concentrated global production, the long-neglected critical raw material antimony is suddenly taking center stage in strategic raw materials policy. Around 90% of global production comes from just three countries, led by China. Antimony Resources owns the largest deposit in North America and is thus gaining geopolitical significance. The stock is increasingly appearing on investors' radar. Analysts confirm the shares have the potential to double in value.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 2nd, 2026 | 07:00 CEST
The Metal of the Energy Transition: Avrupa Minerals and Barrick with Upside Potential, BYD Under Pressure
The EU list of critical raw materials comprises 34 substances, including, among others, metals used in batteries and the energy transition, such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and copper. Copper, the "metal of the energy transition," plays a pivotal role in renewable energy, electric mobility, and infrastructure. Europe, in particular, still has considerable ground to make up when it comes to developing domestic raw material sources. This is precisely where the Canadian company Avrupa Minerals comes in with a compelling strategy. At the same time, Barrick Gold is steadily evolving into a major copper player, while BYD faces an increasingly challenging market environment. Which stock offers the greatest potential?
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 1st, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Almonty Industries: When the market picks up again, things could move quickly!
There are numerous reasons to invest in Almonty Industries. The stock has recently corrected, and analysts see significant upside potential—making this an ideal time to open or expand positions. The tungsten specialist has increasingly drawn investors' attention in recent months. The company positions itself as the leading supplier to Western industries and benefits equally from geopolitical tensions and growing demand for this critical raw material. How quickly will the stock rebound?
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