For more than twenty years, the Cologne native has been intensively involved with the stock market, both professionally and privately. He is particularly passionate about national and international small and micro caps.
He first came into contact with the stock market and shares during his banking apprenticeship. After completing this in 2000, he gained his first journalistic experience in the editorial department of a financial portal. During his subsequent studies in business administration, he also worked in the area of investor relations.
Since then, he has remained true to the capital markets and is excited to report on every newly discovered interesting story - as well as on long-standing success stories.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on July 23rd, 2026 | 08:05 CEST
Another Setback for Rheinmetall? DroneShield Sounds the Alarm as Volatus Aerospace Pushes Ahead
Is the next German-French defence project headed for failure? In an interview with Welt am Sonntag, Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger warns of a possible French withdrawal from the MGCS ground combat system planned with Germany. This would mark the second major strategic setback for Rheinmetall. Drone specialist Volatus Aerospace is currently beating the drum hard to keep its order pipeline full. In the UK, the company is currently showcasing its expertise in aviation, autonomous systems, aerial reconnaissance, training, and mission support. Previously, Volatus had demonstrated its solutions in Canada, where the Arctic and maritime regions place special demands on robust, networked security solutions. The threat posed by drones is growing, yet many airports and operators of critical infrastructure appear to be inadequately prepared. A new study by DroneShield reveals significant gaps in detection, defence, and legal authority.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on July 20th, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
Bloodbath in Chip Stocks Triggered by Margin Calls? Infineon, Aixtron, LPKF Laser—Is Zefiro Methane Headed for a Golden Future?
Following the historic rally, semiconductor stocks have recently suffered a brutal sell-off. It was not just SK Hynix, Samsung, and SanDisk that came under heavy pressure. German chip-related companies such as Infineon, Aixtron, and LPKF Laser have also lost up to 50% of their value. The decline appears to have been amplified, at least in part, by margin calls in South Korea. What does this mean for going forward? Will the AI boom drive semiconductor stocks higher again? One lesser-known beneficiary of the construction of data centers and energy infrastructure is Zefiro Methane. The company specializes in the remediation of abandoned oil and gas wells, a multi-billion-dollar market in the US. Surging energy demand from the AI sector is creating additional demand for the company's services and could ultimately support higher profit margins. The new partnership with the Well Done Foundation could provide another catalyst, accelerating the company's growth trajectory.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on July 20th, 2026 | 07:00 CEST
Nel ASA Reports Dismal Results! ITM Power Enjoys a Cash Windfall! Is dynaCERT Poised for Multi-Bagger Returns?
When an established company posts a quarterly loss that exceeds its revenue, it is fair to describe the results as dismal. That is exactly what happened at Nel ASA. Against this backdrop, the slight decline in the share price can almost be viewed as positive. That said, not everything in the quarterly report was negative. Analysts view developments at dynaCERT positively. If the company succeeds in commercializing its fuel- and emissions-saving technology, the stock could deliver multi-bagger returns. Management currently sees particularly strong growth opportunities in Asia, where the company has already secured its first major orders. Meanwhile, ITM Power's shares have roughly halved in value in recent months. The market's enthusiasm surrounding the partnerships with Rheinmetall and Deutsche Bahn persisted for quite some time. At least the British company can now celebrate a significant cash windfall.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on July 17th, 2026 | 09:00 CEST
The End of Siemens Energy? SMA Solar Looks Ahead with Confidence! American Atomics: A Stock for the Uranium Rally!
The stage appears to be set for another uranium rally. Prices are rising again, while experts expect a significant expansion of global nuclear power capacity—and, with it, growing uranium demand. Against this backdrop, American Atomics stands out as an attractive speculative addition to a diversified portfolio. Two exciting projects in the US are expected to generate news flow in the second half of the year and drive the stock higher. Until nuclear power plants can fully meet the soaring energy demands of artificial intelligence, data centers will rely heavily on gas-fired power generation. This is the foundation of Siemens Energy's success. Now, one of Germany's most impressive growth stories of recent years is set to continue under a new corporate name. Meanwhile, SMA Solar is staging a comeback. In a recent interview, the company's CEO explains how the solar company is positioned and looks confidently toward the future. Analysts see further upside potential.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on July 16th, 2026 | 07:10 CEST
Evotec Shocks the Market! Will First Majestic Silver and Lahontan Gold Take Off?
Biotech stocks have not exactly been investor favourites this year. And now Evotec has delivered yet another shock. It was already known that the company was undergoing a comprehensive restructuring. Nevertheless, it had recently seemed as though the share price was finding a bottom in the EUR 4-5 range. But then came the shock. The significant downward revision of its forecast and the expected high EBITDA loss caused the share price to plummet. In contrast, Lahontan Gold is shining with relative strength. While it cannot escape the negative sentiment in the gold sector, the odds are good that the share price will take off again soon. After all, the company is on the verge of transitioning from an explorer to a producer. And what about First Majestic Silver? This core investment in the silver sector recently reported its second-quarter production figures.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on July 16th, 2026 | 07:00 CEST
100% Upside Potential, a Downgrade, and a Sell-Off: Renk, OHB, and Almonty
Analysts see around 100% upside potential in shares of Almonty Industries. Following discussions with the company's CEO, they have raised both their earnings estimates and their price target to USD 33. Even under what they describe as conservative assumptions, the stock is expected to trade at a 2027 P/E ratio of below 10. Analysts are less optimistic about Renk Group. While the transmission manufacturer is expected to deliver solid growth, its valuation is no longer considered attractive. In addition, the long-term shift in defense procurement from tanks toward drones could become a headwind for the company. As a result, the stock has been downgraded. The situation at OHB is even more dramatic. The aerospace company's shares have fallen by more than 50% in roughly two months. Following the recently completed capital increase, investors are now expected to refocus on the company's underlying operational performance.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on July 14th, 2026 | 07:45 CEST
Buy TUI? Sell Siltronic? And Is Power Metallic Mines at a Turning Point?
Should investors sell shares of Siltronic ahead of its upcoming quarterly results? That is what the analysts at mwb are advising. One point in particular stands out: despite the booming market, the German semiconductor company is still expected to report a loss. Meanwhile, Power Metallic Mines is targeting long-term value creation through the development of its copper and polymetallic projects. The first mineral resource estimate is scheduled for publication in July. That could finally be the turning point for the stock. Analysts continue to see significant upside potential. Despite the unresolved conflict in the Middle East, analysts recommend buying TUI shares and are even raising their price targets. The tourism group plans to open additional hotels this summer. This will extend value creation and boost margins. The focus is on Asia.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on July 14th, 2026 | 07:00 CEST
Bayer and Novo Nordisk Celebrate a Comeback! Is BioNxt Solutions Next?
With its GLP-1 therapy in tablet form, Novo Nordisk has returned to success on the stock market. Since April, the Danish pharmaceutical company's stock has risen by nearly 50% to around EUR 43. New research results are now being presented. Bayer has also recently celebrated a comeback on the stock market. Following the landmark glyphosate ruling by the US Supreme Court, hopes are growing that the company will be able to focus more strongly on its core business again in the future. To that end, the Leverkusen-based company has secured EUR 3 billion. BioNxt Solutions could be poised for a comeback. The biotech company's stock has nearly halved in value this year. Yet the news flow is positive and points to rising prices.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on July 13th, 2026 | 07:40 CEST
Time to Exit Gerresheimer? TKMS Earns a Buy Rating as HPQ Silicon Attracts Growing Interest
Should investors sell shares of Gerresheimer? That is what some analysts are now recommending. Yet, following accounting issues, the delayed release of the annual report, speculation surrounding the BaFin audit, and changes in the executive board, things had recently settled down somewhat at the packaging specialist for the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries. The stock had even staged a solid recovery. HPQ Silicon, meanwhile, could be poised for a revaluation. The technology company is entering the commercialization phase with several products, and its latest positive results have significantly increased interest from potential industry partners. Strategic options include joint ventures, licensing agreements, royalty-based production partnerships, and in-house production facilities. Against this backdrop, the stock appears to offer further upside potential. The same may be true for thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS). Following its recent multi-billion-dollar contract from Canada, analysts have raised both their earnings estimates and price targets. The order is expected to secure the company's production backlog well into the 2040s.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on July 13th, 2026 | 07:00 CEST
Will China Push Gold to USD 6,000? Barrick Mining and Newmont Earn Buy Ratings as DRC Gold Targets Outperformance
Gold and gold stocks are currently attractive to contrarian investors. Recently, JPMorgan raised hopes for a new precious metals rally. Experts believe USD 6,000 per troy ounce is still possible this year. In particular, they say developments in China are being underestimated. This is good news for gold stocks, which, like the gold price, have underperformed so far this year. Analysts have recently made slight adjustments to the price targets for industry heavyweights Barrick Mining and Newmont. However, both stocks remain "Buy" ratings. Shares of exploration companies are considered a way to gain exposure to the gold price. In this sector, DRC Gold is a compelling stock. DRC CEO Klaus Eckhof developed the Kibali mine, which is currently still in operation. "Reuters" describes Kibali as one of Africa's largest gold mines. Eckhof aims to repeat that success with DRC Gold. The goal is to build up a resource of over 10 million ounces within a few years. Important news is on the horizon and could drive the stock higher.
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