A native of North Hesse, he has over 25 years of experience in financial journalism and active portfolio management and is regarded as a proven expert on German small-cap stocks and special situations.
After studying law at the University of Göttingen with a focus on banking and capital markets law, he began his career in Frankfurt's financial scene at the turn of the millennium. As a stock market and business journalist, the passionate amateur golfer wrote for leading investment newsletters, financial newspapers, and business magazines, including PLATOW Börse, Capital Depesche, BÖRSE ONLINE, Capital, and the Financial Times Deutschland.
From 2011 to 2013, he headed the Frankfurt editorial office of the financial newspaper €uro am Sonntag. From 2013 to 2026, he served as deputy editor-in-chief of the well-known investor magazine BÖRSE ONLINE and was responsible for the premium stock market service "Lars Winter Report," which featured a highly successful real-money portfolio. He remains widely known to a broad financial audience through various podcasts, TV appearances, and prominent stock market events.
As an investor, Winter follows a disciplined stock-picking approach with a particular focus on small-cap stocks and undervalued companies in special situations. In his experience, especially among smaller second- and third-tier companies, there are still many undiscovered opportunities—regardless of the market environment—that can help investors succeed in various market phases.
As a fund manager, he is responsible, among other things, for the UCITS fund Salus Alpha Special Situations. His Wikifolio strategy, "BÖRSE ONLINE Nebenwerte", has ranked among the platform's most closely followed portfolios for many years and consistently manages a growing multi-million-euro investment volume.
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Commented by Lars Winter on October 24th, 2026 | 05:29 CEST
New Orders, a New Shareholder and a New Bid: Fresh Developments at HPQ Silicon, CTS Eventim and Qiagen
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Sometimes a single announcement is enough to reshape the story behind a stock. At HPQ Silicon, certified high-performance cells and initial orders could mark the transition from a development project to a commercial supplier. At CTS Eventim, the arrival of an activist investor has sparked fresh interest. At Qiagen, meanwhile, a takeover offer could lead to a bidding war between two financial investors. Three shares, three potential share price drivers – but also three very different risk and reward profiles. We take a closer look at the trio in our stock review.
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Commented by Lars Winter on October 20th, 2026 | 05:44 CEST
Gold, Money and Healthcare: Lahontan Gold, Goldman Sachs and Johnson & Johnson – 3 Promising Stocks Under Review
Canadian gold exploration company Lahontan Gold is generating optimism. A preliminary economic assessment of its key mining project in Nevada recently assigned the Santa Fe Mine a calculated project value of USD 820 million. This is a multiple of its current market capitalisation, giving the stock considerable upside potential. Goldman Sachs has also surprised the market in recent days with a strong set of financial results. Pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson, meanwhile, raised its outlook despite one minor setback. Three promising companies with positive news are under review.
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Commented by Lars Winter on October 19th, 2026 | 05:31 CEST
Commodities, Record Assets and AI Chips: Good News from Globex Mining, BlackRock and TSMC
Globex Mining, BlackRock and TSMC are doing good business and benefiting from popular stock market trends. Globex is working with partners to explore for sought-after commodities, BlackRock is benefiting from growth in assets under management, and TSMC is at the heart of the AI boom. All three companies are currently delivering strong news and have promising prospects. While BlackRock and TSMC are already firmly established names in the stock market, Globex is only gradually attracting broader market attention. In our stock check, we examine potential opportunities for investors and assess which types of investors each stock may suit best.
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Commented by Lars Winter on October 16th, 2026 | 05:32 CEST
Zefiro Methane, LVMH and thyssenkrupp: Three Promising Stocks Poised for a Re-Rating
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Zefiro Methane is achieving an operational turnaround as its order book continues to fill. LVMH shows the first glimmers of hope but continues to struggle in China. At thyssenkrupp, the group's breakup could unlock billions in hidden value. All three stocks have fresh potential catalysts ahead of important strategic decisions, but their opportunities and risks differ. We take a closer look at the three promising stocks in this news update.
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Commented by Lars Winter on October 13th, 2026 | 05:22 CEST
BioNxt, CrowdStrike and Shell: Three exciting stocks ahead of the next price surge
On the stock market, facts matter most. New study results, strong figures and solid operational records tend to attract investor attention and often drive share prices higher. These three stocks deserve a closer look: BioNxt Solutions is approaching its first human study, CrowdStrike has reported a record quarter, and Shell is benefiting from exceptionally high refining margins. Three very different stocks, each offering opportunities alongside distinct risks. We take a closer look at these compelling names in our stock check.
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Commented by Lars Winter on October 12th, 2026 | 05:45 CEST
Almonty, 2G Energy and Redcare Pharmacy: Three Exciting Stocks with Fresh Momentum
New orders, higher forecasts, and the transition from project developer to producer: The news outlook for Almonty Industries, 2G Energy, and Redcare Pharmacy has improved significantly recently. The three companies serve completely different markets. What they have in common is that they must now translate high expectations into measurable growth. We take a closer look at these three stocks.
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Commented by Lars Winter on October 2nd, 2026 | 06:40 CEST
Three Promising Stocks in Focus: dynaCERT Steps Up Sales Efforts, Bechtle and MLP Spread Optimism at the Wiesn
dynaCERT aims to make diesel engines more efficient and turn its initial successes in Vietnam into a larger business. Bechtle has raised its annual forecast, while MLP impresses with a jump in profits. The two German companies recently presented at the Baader Wiesn Conference in Munich and expressed confidence to investors. We present three exciting stocks where new projects, full order books, and the prospect of higher earnings are fueling upside potential.
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Commented by Lars Winter on September 30th, 2026 | 07:50 CEST
Almonty in Focus, Growth Opportunities at PVA TePla and Redcare Pharmacy: Three Stocks to Watch
Almonty can finally sell tungsten from its South Korean operations, while analysts still see significant upside potential for the stock. PVA TePla aims to double its revenue by 2028. Redcare Pharmacy has raised its forecast once again. Three stocks under the microscope with growth prospects that warrant a closer look.
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Commented by Lars Winter on September 29th, 2026 | 08:00 CEST
Drone Contract for Volatus, AI Power Drives Infineon and a Beauty Boom at M1 Kliniken: Three Exciting Stocks Under the Microscope
Drones for the Canadian military, chips for the AI boom, and beauty treatments with hefty margins: Stock market excitement comes in many forms. Volatus Aerospace could be on the verge of a growth spurt thanks to a Canadian military contract. Infineon is benefiting from data centres' insatiable appetite for power, while M1 Kliniken is ramping up its beauty business. Three different stories with one thing in common: operational progress could translate into further share price gains. We take a closer look at these three exciting stocks in our stock analysis.
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Commented by Lars Winter on September 28th, 2026 | 07:00 CEST
Exciting Stock Stories and Plenty of Upside Potential: Lahontan Gold, United Internet and Generac in Focus
Exciting stock stories sometimes begin where investors least expect them—in an old gold mine, the expansion of a telecom network or the market for backup generators. Canadian explorer Lahontan Gold recently delivered positive news on its Santa Fe mine in Nevada, which could provide fresh momentum for the stock. Meanwhile, German MDAX-listed United Internet aims to finally turn a profit again after years of heavy spending. And US generator specialist Generac has gained a customer in Amazon that could significantly accelerate its power business. We take a closer look at these three promising stocks and the latest news driving their investment stories.
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