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 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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Commented by Lars Winter on July 17th, 2026 | 07:00 CEST
Long Live Diesel: Why dynaCERT, Deutz, and Daimler Truck Are Worth Watching—Analysts See More Than 500% Upside
The future of transportation may be electric, but the road to getting there will be longer and more complicated than many investors believed. Millions of trucks, construction and agricultural machines, generators, and military vehicles will continue to rely on internal combustion engines for years to come. That reality is creating an intriguing investment opportunity. We take a closer look at three companies that could benefit from this transition: dynaCERT, Deutz, and Daimler Truck.
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Commented by Lars Winter on July 15th, 2026 | 08:40 CEST
Almonty, Sandvik, and Airbus: Three Stocks for the Battle Over Critical Raw Materials
Tungsten has long been a niche topic on the stock market. But this extremely hard metal is used, among other things, in cutting tools, semiconductors, aviation, and defense—and China dominates the supply chain. As a result, the critical raw material has become systemically important and is taking center stage in Western industrial and security policy. With Almonty Industries, Sandvik, and Airbus, we present three stocks that allow investors to profit across the value chain.
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Commented by Lars Winter on July 10th, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Lahontan Gold: Canadian Gold Explorer Poised for a Revaluation – Doubling Potential
Lahontan Gold's stock is currently one of the most exciting gold mining stocks. The Canadian small-cap has more than tripled over the past year and could be poised for its next big move, as the North American company's business model still holds significant growth potential. This is likely to be confirmed by an updated preliminary economic assessment, which is eagerly anticipated and is scheduled to be completed by the end of August. It could provide this hot stock with new momentum.
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Commented by Lars Winter on July 9th, 2026 | 07:05 CEST
Volatus Aerospace, TKMS, and Rheinmetall: Three Stocks for the Next Defence Boom
Financial markets had partly priced in a lasting ceasefire in the Persian Gulf, but the conflict has flared up again. U.S. President Donald Trump recently declared the ceasefire with Iran to be over. The global defence boom is far from running out of steam. On the contrary, it continues to gather momentum while constantly shifting its focus. After ammunition, tanks, air defence systems and drones, maritime defence is once again moving into the spotlight. Around the recent NATO summit in Ankara, for example, Canada announced multi-billion-dollar submarine plans involving thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS). At the same time, rising defence spending across Europe and the technological race in counter-drone capabilities underline the continuing need for military investment. Against this backdrop, investors may find new opportunities—from the more speculative Volatus Aerospace to the more established defence names TKMS and Rheinmetall.
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Commented by Lars Winter on July 8th, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
Zefiro Methane, RWE, and KSB Under the Microscope: Three Stocks for the New Energy Infrastructure Boom
The ongoing energy transition is giving rise to many new business models and niche markets, sparking new excitement in the stock market and offering investors promising investment opportunities. In addition to wind turbines, solar panels, and hydrogen, new power plants, data centers, and power grids are also being developed. Furthermore, the old energy infrastructure must be decommissioned. Abandoned oil and gas wells must be plugged, methane emissions reduced, sites remediated, and energy infrastructure modernized. This is precisely what is giving rise to an exciting market worth billions. We are taking a closer look at three energy stocks with very different risk profiles: Zefiro Methane, a promising specialty stock; RWE, a major German energy leader; and KSB, a quiet infrastructure beneficiary in the mechanical engineering sector.
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Commented by Lars Winter on July 1st, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
Almonty, Rheinmetall, and Hensoldt: Good Buying Opportunities Among These Three Investor Favourites
The stock market loves big stories. Even better are stories where multiple trends converge at the same time. That is exactly what is happening right now with critical raw materials, defence, and high tech. The West wants to become less dependent on China; Europe is ramping up its military capabilities; and modern defence systems require ever-increasing amounts of specialty materials. Three stocks represent different aspects of this same trend: Almonty Industries, Rheinmetall, and Hensoldt. All three are very popular with investors but have recently had to weather price setbacks. A great opportunity for new investors!
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