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 August 21st, 2026 | 09:00 CEST
A.H.T. Syngas on the Verge of a Breakthrough? Tonies Booms, RENK Sparks Takeover Speculation - Three Stocks to Watch
From a celebrated high-flyer to a forgotten micro-cap: A.H.T. Syngas has seen its share price plunge. But new projects, a growing pipeline, and a focus on scalable energy solutions are sparking fresh optimism. If the operational turnaround succeeds, the stock has the potential to multiply in value. Tonies also still offers upside potential. The manufacturer of the popular audio cubes for children continues to deliver strong growth and recently reported solid results. Meanwhile, transmission-system manufacturer and defense contractor RENK is also impressing operationally. The company is sitting on a record order backlog and is even considered a potential takeover target. Three stocks with completely different risk profiles—but each with clear catalysts driving their prices. We take a closer look at this trio in our stock review.
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Commented by Lars Winter on August 19th, 2026 | 07:05 CEST
Zefiro Methane, RENK and Talanx on the Move: Three Interesting Stocks Under Review
New orders, operational progress, and an upgraded outlook: Zefiro Methane, RENK, and Talanx have all seen significant developments recently. While Talanx has long been among the top tier of European insurers and RENK is benefiting from the defense boom, Zefiro Methane is turning a largely overlooked environmental problem into a growing business opportunity. We take a closer look at these three promising stocks in our stock review.
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Commented by Lars Winter on August 14th, 2026 | 07:30 CEST
Is Desert Gold Poised for a Re-Rating and Price Surge? RWE and Allianz on Track for Record Highs: Three Stocks Under the Microscope
Gold is once again trading just under USD 4,400 per ounce, offering Desert Gold Ventures an ideal environment to make the leap from explorer to producer. If the first facility successfully begins operations, the valuation of this penny stock could change dramatically. Meanwhile, RWE is impressing with strong earnings growth. Insurer Allianz is delivering record profits and generous capital returns, though the DAX-listed stock is already trading near its all-time high. Three stocks, three risk categories—and clear catalysts for each. We take a closer look.
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Commented by Lars Winter on August 12th, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
Lahontan Gold, Deutsche Telekom, and Berkshire Hathaway: Three Stocks with Fresh Momentum
Gold has rebounded strongly following its recent pullback, which also plays into Lahontan Gold's favour. The Canadian gold explorer is also entering a period that could prove particularly important for its future development. New drill results could provide further insights into the potential of the Santa Fe mine in Nevada. In addition, the updated resource estimate and revised preliminary economic assessment are expected to follow. Meanwhile, Deutsche Telekom is treating its shareholders to a buyback program worth billions, and at Berkshire Hathaway, a new era is beginning following Warren Buffett's departure. Three stocks with very different risk profiles—but each backed by fresh potential catalysts. We take a closer look at the trio in this stock analysis.
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Commented by Lars Winter on August 11th, 2026 | 07:45 CEST
Almonty Industries, Deutz, and GFT: Strong Upside Potential Thanks to Tungsten, Defense, and AI
Commodities, defense, and artificial intelligence are among the major stock market themes of our time. Three companies are currently making headlines in these areas. With its new tungsten mine in South Korea, Almonty Industries has evolved from a project developer to a producer. Engine manufacturer Deutz is establishing a second pillar in the defense sector through a multi-billion-euro acquisition. And software specialist GFT is demonstrating for the first time on a large scale that it can generate revenue with its own AI solutions. Three stocks with strong drivers for price growth—but very different risks.
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Commented by Lars Winter on August 7th, 2026 | 09:40 CEST
Is HPQ Silicon on the Verge of a Breakthrough? Evonik and Rheinmetall Are Already Delivering: Three Exciting Stocks Under the Microscope
New batteries are expected to keep drones in the air longer, innovative production processes are set to revolutionize the specialty chemicals industry, and defence contracts worth billions are expected to fully utilize the industry's capacity. The companies HPQ Silicon, Evonik, and Rheinmetall are developing innovative technologies and high-tech products, targeting different segments of these growth markets. The opportunities for investors are significant, though the risks are distributed very unevenly. We take a closer look at this trio in our stock review.
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Commented by Lars Winter on August 4th, 2026 | 07:40 CEST
Volatus Aerospace, Alzchem, and Siltronic: Potential Stock Doublers Fueled by the Drone Boom, Defence Demand, and a Chip Recovery
Three companies from three different industries, each driven by a powerful growth catalyst. Volatus Aerospace is targeting the rapidly expanding multi-billion-dollar drone market, Alzchem continues to impress with rising margins, and Siltronic appears poised for an operational recovery. We take a closer look at all three stocks, highlight where the greatest opportunities may lie, examine what analysts are recommending, and discuss which type of investor each company may be best suited for.
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Commented by Lars Winter on July 30th, 2026 | 09:55 CEST
Almonty Industries, PVA TePla, and GEA Group: Three Growth Stocks with Powerful Catalysts
With the start of production at the Sangdong mine, Almonty Industries is entering a new era. Meanwhile, PVA TePla and GEA Group also have compelling investment cases, supported by strong order intake and upgraded guidance. We take a closer look at all three stocks.
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Commented by Lars Winter on July 29th, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
New Buy Recommendations for Evonik, Fuchs, and Zefiro Methane: Analysts See Price Potential of Over 240%
Fresh Buy recommendations are fueling new price momentum for Zefiro Methane, Evonik, and Fuchs. The outlook for Zefiro is particularly spectacular. Following the turnaround in its operating performance, GBC believes the stock could multiply in value. But analysts are also forecasting double-digit price gains for the two German chemical stocks. When analysts raise their forecasts and recommend buying a stock, it is often worth taking a closer look. It becomes particularly interesting when these optimistic assessments are backed up by surprisingly strong financial results. That is exactly the case right now with Zefiro Methane, Evonik, and Fuchs. While the two German companies are already operating profitably and impressing with strong quarterly results, Zefiro is only at the beginning of a potential revaluation. The upside potential is correspondingly greater, though the risk is higher as well.
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Commented by Lars Winter on July 28th, 2026 | 07:55 CEST
Adidas, Tonies, and Lahontan Gold: Three Promising Stocks with Strong Momentum
Stocks with momentum that have already risen sharply often continue to rise. One possible explanation lies in investor behaviour. New developments are rarely recognized immediately in their full scope. When a company's financial results, growth prospects, or strategic position improve, the market often adjusts its expectations only gradually. Rising share prices also attract attention. New investors jump in, analysts raise their forecasts, and institutional investors build positions. The stocks of Lahontan Gold, Adidas, and Tonies are in uptrends, have a track record of solid operations, and are poised for important news that could trigger the next price surge.
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