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 September 11th, 2026 | 08:15 CEST
Standard Uranium, Volkswagen and Inditex: Three Stocks with Explosive Potential
A drill core can have a bigger impact on a small resource explorer than a billion in additional revenue for a global corporation. What matters is how much a piece of news shifts expectations. Uranium explorer Standard Uranium is searching for the big find in Canada, Volkswagen is embarking on a far-reaching corporate restructuring, and Zara's parent company Inditex is proving that fashion can be a lucrative business. Three very different stories - and ones investors should take a closer look at now.
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Commented by Lars Winter on September 9th, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
Desert Gold, Barrick Mining and Newmont – Three Gold Stocks Poised for the Next Rally
Gold is back above the USD 4,400 mark. After the precious metal briefly traded below USD 4,000 per ounce at the end of June, it has staged a strong recovery. Although US interest-rate expectations continue to create headwinds, the current price level is enough for many gold companies to generate substantial profits. Things get particularly exciting when a company's growth driver complements the gold market tailwind. Desert Gold is working toward the start of production, Barrick is preparing for an IPO, and Newmont is turning high selling prices into billions in profits. Three stocks for the next gold boom—each with very different starting points.
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Commented by Lars Winter on September 8th, 2026 | 07:55 CEST
Between the Commodity Rally and Brand Crisis: Almonty, Broadcom and Lululemon in Focus
At first glance, tungsten, AI chips and yoga pants have little in common. On the stock market, however, Almonty Industries, Broadcom and Lululemon are currently facing the same question: can these companies live up to the high expectations – or is too much future growth already priced into their shares? While Almonty needs to make the leap from mine developer to major producer, Broadcom continues to deliver record numbers. Lululemon, meanwhile, is struggling to restore the brand appeal it has lost. Three shares, three completely different starting points. We take a closer look at all three stocks in our share review.
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Commented by Lars Winter on September 4th, 2026 | 07:40 CEST
Data, Chips and the Big AI Business: Aspermont, Broadcom and Hewlett Packard in our Stock Check
Artificial intelligence is about more than the race to develop the fastest processor. High-quality data, networks and servers are equally important. Broadcom and Hewlett Packard Enterprise are already generating billions from the expansion of AI infrastructure. Australian micro-cap Aspermont, by contrast, is only at the beginning of its transformation—with correspondingly significant opportunities and risks. We take a closer look at these three interesting stocks in our stock check.
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Commented by Lars Winter on September 2nd, 2026 | 07:00 CEST
Good News from Zefiro Methane, Bayer and Disney: Three Interesting Stocks in Focus
Created and published on behalf of Zefiro Methane
On the stock market, there are many paths to success. Zefiro Methane is benefiting from the remediation of legacy oil and gas wells across North America, Bayer is emerging from the shadow of its glyphosate lawsuits, and Disney is returning to growth once again through its films, theme parks and streaming business. Three completely different business models, but all three stocks have recently seen a noticeable improvement in their news flow. We take a closer look at these stocks and their latest developments.
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Commented by Lars Winter on September 1st, 2026 | 07:05 CEST
Potential Double-Baggers in the Drone Boom, EV Upside and a Takeover Bet: What Volatus Aerospace, BYD and Delivery Hero Offer Investors
Three stocks from three different sectors, each driven by a powerful catalyst: Volatus Aerospace is targeting the multibillion-dollar drone market and aims to evolve into an integrated aerospace and defense company. BYD is countering the slowdown in China's auto market with an aggressive export strategy. And at Delivery Hero, operational progress is converging with takeover speculation. Three shares with plenty of potential – but also significant risks. In this stock check, we take a closer look at the three companies, highlighting where the biggest opportunities lie, what analysts recommend, and which types of investors each stock may be best suited to.
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Commented by Lars Winter on August 28th, 2026 | 07:30 CEST
Almonty Gears Up for the Next Phase, Siemens Energy Plans Spin-Off, Apple Gets a New Leader – 3 Exciting Stocks in the News Roundup
The stock market trades on the future—but eventually, it demands a return on that investment. At Almonty Industries, the tungsten "fantasy" nurtured for years is now set to become a mining business worth billions. Siemens Energy is leveraging its operational momentum to unlock further value through the spin-off of Transformation of Industry. And at Apple, a new generation of leadership is taking the helm just as the company must deliver its response to the AI boom. We take a closer look at these three stocks in our latest stock roundup.
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Commented by Lars Winter on August 26th, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
Money, Money, Money: RE Royalties, Aumann and Pfizer Put Dividend Investors in the Money
Dividends are far more than just a consolation prize during weak market phases. Profit distributions typically account for a large portion of a stock's total return. In addition, dividends generally fluctuate much less than earnings and share prices. A high yield alone, however, is not a seal of quality. It can also result from a sharp drop in the share price, an overextended payout ratio, or an impending cut. Many dividend enthusiasts therefore also seek reliability. The three selected dividend stocks cover different strategies: RE Royalties entices with a double-digit yield and the greatest upside potential, but also carries the highest risk. Aumann, on the other hand, is a short-term speculative play offering a generous special dividend, largely financed by its well-stocked cash reserves. Pfizer, in contrast, offers the lowest yield of the trio but boasts the longest and most reliable dividend history. We take a closer look at these stocks.
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Commented by Lars Winter on August 25th, 2026 | 07:05 CEST
Lahontan Gold, Agnico Eagle, Wheaton Precious Metals: Three Exciting Hot Stocks for the Ongoing Gold Price Rally
Gold is making a strong comeback. The price per troy ounce jumped by more than 5% last week and is now trading at nearly USD 4,700. A weaker US dollar and falling yields on long-term US Treasury bonds provided the impetus. However, doubts about the sustainability of high government debt, geopolitical risks, and purchases by many central banks provide the rally with a structural foundation. According to the World Gold Council, 89% of the central banks surveyed expect global gold reserves to rise; 45% plan to expand their own holdings. Supply, on the other hand, is slow to respond. It can take 10 to 15 years from the discovery of a deposit to the start of production. For mining stocks, a higher gold price acts as a profit accelerator: costs change more slowly than the selling price in the short term, causing margins to grow disproportionately. Three stocks offer different investment approaches—Lahontan Gold as a speculative project developer, Agnico Eagle as a producer, and Wheaton Precious Metals as a streaming specialist. We take a closer look at these gold "hot stocks".
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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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