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 May 7th, 2026 | 08:30 CEST
Lahontan Gold: Those who hesitate will miss out on this stock rocket
Investors seeking a compelling, lucrative investment story in the gold sector may have found it in Lahontan Gold. An excellent team with a keen sense of geology and timing, ample financial resources, top-notch drilling data and assets, and a clear plan for when investors can expect the next value-enhancing milestones speaks for itself. As early as next month, an updated resource estimate could lay the groundwork for a revaluation. A new economic feasibility study is expected in September, which should underscore the company's undervaluation. With production scheduled to begin in late 2027 and the prospect of a US listing, additional catalysts are emerging. Against the backdrop of high gold prices and a resource potential of 3 million ounces of gold, the company could also increasingly come into focus as an acquisition target for larger producers.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on May 6th, 2026 | 07:00 CEST
Volatus Aerospace: Canada's national champion is taking off!
Drones are gradually becoming an industrial game-changer. Their importance on modern battlefields has become evident amid increasing military conflicts. But drones are also emerging as a key growth technology in sectors such as logistics, infrastructure, and agriculture. Volatus Aerospace is positioning itself with a broad range of services, from drone manufacturing to data-driven services (SaaS) via an integrated platform. The Canadian company is benefiting from both areas: rapidly growing NATO orders and an increasing number of long-term industrial contracts. The stock is still moderately valued. However, this will change significantly in the foreseeable future with the company's successful expansion and planned Nasdaq listing. Find out here why drones are among the most exciting investment themes of the coming years and why Volatus Aerospace is on the list of favourites.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on May 1st, 2026 | 07:35 CEST
Between the AI Boom and the Battery Revolution: HPQ Silicon, Siltronic, and Aixtron Are on the Winning Side
The next tech wave is rolling through the stock market, and it could stem from an unassuming raw material of all things: silicon. Silicon is a key component of numerous future-oriented industries, ranging from solar cells and semiconductors to batteries for electric vehicles. While the AI boom is driving demand for high-performance chips to skyrocket, and thus increasing the need for wafers, new battery technologies featuring silicon anodes are also capturing investors' attention. Initial breakthroughs promise significantly higher energy densities and could take electric mobility, drones, and AI applications to a whole new level. This is where the Canadian company HPQ Silicon comes into play with its innovative solutions.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 30th, 2026 | 07:45 CEST
Stock Picker's Delight! Significant Upside at Zefiro Methane and Mutares – What Is Next for Infineon?
In recent weeks, AI stocks have rallied strongly. The current earnings season has produced several positive surprises and fueled share prices. However, critical voices are also growing louder. On one hand, investors are questioning whether the massive investments in artificial intelligence (AI) will ultimately pay off. On the other hand, AI will not only create winners; the key question is which business models could be increasingly threatened. Looking beyond the high-tech sector, investors can still find excellent companies with significant upside potential. Following its recent capital increase, Mutares offers an attractive entry opportunity at a reduced price. Analysts see potential for the stock to double. Even greater upside potential is seen in Zefiro Methane. The Canadian company holds a strong position in a rapidly growing market segment valued at around USD 600 billion. With the recently raised capital, the company is positioned for rapid expansion, including through acquisitions. The stock is expected to reflect this growth outlook in the near future.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 29th, 2026 | 07:00 CEST
Almonty Industries: Tungsten Price at Record Levels, Signaling New Stock Highs
The price of tungsten has reached a new record high of over USD 3,200 per metric ton unit (MTU). Is this an overreaction or the new reality? Much points to a fundamentally changed long-term market situation with high prices for this critical raw material. Due to its unique properties, tungsten is an essential raw material for many industries, particularly the defense sector but also the semiconductor industry. Demand is rising dramatically, while supply cannot keep up. China dominates the market with an overwhelming 80% share, but a significant shift in favor of Western industrialized nations is underway. Almonty is emerging as the world's largest tungsten producer outside of China. Consequently, the company holds great geopolitical significance, which, despite its spectacular performance, has not yet been adequately reflected in the stock price.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 24th, 2026 | 08:00 CEST
Defense Stocks After Pullbacks: New Entry Opportunities in Rheimetall and RENK Group - Antimony Resources with Significant Upside Potential
Created and published on behalf of Antimony Resources Corp.
Following a sharp correction, defense stocks are once again offering attractive entry points. Structural drivers such as rising defense budgets, geopolitical tensions, and full order books remain intact. In this environment, demand is also increasing for antimony, a strategically important raw material used in ammunition, electronics, and defense applications, amid tight global supply and fragile supply chains. As a result, Antimony Resources, which holds one of North America's largest antimony projects, is attracting growing investor attention. Analysts point to substantial upside potential, with some estimates suggesting gains of over 200% in the next 12 months.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 23rd, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
Eyes Open! Rarely has the path to share price gains been so clearly outlined as with Lahontan Gold!
The Canadian company has set out clear and well-supported milestones toward the start of gold production by the end of 2027. This roadmap includes multiple potential catalysts for share price growth. An updated resource estimate is expected in June, followed by a new economic study in September, which should indicate a company valuation significantly above the current market capitalization. With additional upside from the new West Santa Fe area, resources could soon be reported at around 3 million ounces, supported by strong gold prices and low costs. A planned listing on the New York Stock Exchange is expected to provide additional momentum for the share price.
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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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