At home in Southern Germany, the passionate stock exchange expert has been accompanying the capital markets for about twenty years. With a soft spot for smaller companies, he is constantly on the lookout for exciting investment stories. That it depends thereby less on large names, but on the future potential and whether the market also recognizes these perspectives, was one of its first learnings at the stock exchange.
On these pages, Nico examines current events at listed companies and takes a closer look at companies that are traded under the radar of the market, in addition to well-known securities.
In order to be able to take advantage of speculative opportunities on the stock exchange, Nico not only focuses on a balanced asset allocation of defensive and opportunity-oriented securities, but also on an intact risk management. "In addition to position size and entry in several tranches, investors should also develop a sense of timing and get to know a stock better before investing," says the columnist.
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Commented by Nico Popp on August 9th, 2022 | 11:25 CEST
Invest where the money is: Deutsche Bank, Aspermont, Commerzbank
As Handelsblatt wrote yesterday, inflation may have peaked: The oil price and freight rate curves are now pointing downward again. Grain exports from Ukraine have also caused food prices to fall again. This is a ray of hope for the economy. Financial stocks, in particular, could enjoy an attractive market environment in just a few months. We highlight the two major German banks, Deutsche Bank and Commerzbank, and the Australian fintech and media company, Aspermont.
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Commented by Nico Popp on August 8th, 2022 | 11:53 CEST
New opportunities in space: Deutsche Lufthansa, Kleos Space, Airbus
Ground staff at German airports are getting more pay, which solves a problem for Lufthansa and Co. But the personnel shortage remains. The really big opportunities are above the atmosphere anyway. In space, not only are the problems of our time being researched but solutions to pressing problems are also being developed. Unlike air travel, the competition is manageable. We explain how you can invest in aerospace.
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Commented by Nico Popp on August 4th, 2022 | 13:14 CEST
Currency crash? Here's what opportunities look like! Barrick Gold, Globex Mining, PayPal
Those who bet on gold at the beginning of 2022 are sitting on single-digit losses today. The setbacks are more pronounced for classic stocks. Even blue chips have generally lost double digits. So in relative terms, gold has done very well - especially against perceived competition from the crypto camp. We present opportunities for investors to invest around alternative currencies now.
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Commented by Nico Popp on August 3rd, 2022 | 13:10 CEST
Green wave for your portfolio! Meyer Burger, Erin Ventures, Shell
Renewable energy has now become largely without alternatives. The demands of energy security and climate protection mean we can hardly avoid the sun and the wind. But what opportunities are there for investing? In addition to large corporations, smaller companies are also getting involved in the market. We present three shares that are likely to benefit from the boom in "renewables".
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Commented by Nico Popp on August 2nd, 2022 | 10:57 CEST
These sources of return concern us all: Fresenius, Defence Therapeutics, BioNTech
When people receive an unexpected diagnosis or a loved one suddenly dies, our health suddenly becomes very important. Even though there is often no room for such topics in the daily lives of investors, it is worthwhile to deal with health for several reasons. On the one hand, preventive care brings the most important of all returns; on the other hand, this rather unpleasant topic in everyday life also holds opportunities if we focus on health risks and look at possible solutions. We present three stocks from the healthcare sector that deserve attention.
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Commented by Nico Popp on August 1st, 2022 | 12:14 CEST
Are the hydrogen stragglers igniting now? NEL, dynaCERT, Plug Power
500 hp, a speed beyond 200 km/h, a range of 1,000 kilometers - and still only water vapor comes out of the exhaust! The dreams of environmentally conscious car enthusiasts could soon come true. In the fall, French manufacturer Hopium plans to unveil its "Machina" model. Such lighthouse projects are currently driving the entire industry. We take a closer look at the three stocks, NEL, dynaCERT and Plug Power and tap into their prospects. Let's go!
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Commented by Nico Popp on July 28th, 2022 | 12:27 CEST
Yield desire instead of travel frustration: TUI, Pathfinder, Deutsche Lufthansa
Summertime is travel time. But what happens when, as is currently the case, almost everything around the most beautiful days of the year goes wrong? The current ground staff strike organized by the trade union ver.di is causing flight cancellations. For many travelers, this is tantamount to missing out on their annual vacation. Added to this are Corona, summer flu and the general staff shortages. We look at three tourism stocks and do an investment check for you.
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Commented by Nico Popp on July 27th, 2022 | 13:14 CEST
Value stocks for today and the future: McDonald's, Saturn Oil + Gas, Coca-Cola
Especially those who now want to enter the stock market for the long term may be looking for a risk buffer. The value approach has proven its worth. The basic idea is to buy stocks with robust business models at low valuations and thus be protected on the downside even in the event of weak performance. The idea is that stocks we have bought at low prices also have upside potential. We present two typical value stocks and show why even value investors should sometimes break new ground.
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Commented by Nico Popp on July 26th, 2022 | 11:01 CEST
Here is where the music plays: Deutsche Bank, Barsele Minerals, NEL
During the crisis is after the crisis. In order to make money on the stock market, one must look for opportunities, especially in phases of the greatest pessimism. As is well known, there are always opportunities on the stock market. But where is it worthwhile to start? And where could an investment be too early or even out of place? We do the check and highlight three shares in an exciting time.
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Commented by Nico Popp on July 25th, 2022 | 11:45 CEST
What is the future of copper? This chart concerns everyone! Nordex, Alpha Copper, Mercedes-Benz
The copper price is relevant for all investors. Why? It indicates how inflation is developing and hints at where the economy might be headed in the coming months. But is the industrial metal once again living up to its reputation as "Dr Copper", i.e. as an economic indicator that is more reliable than many an economist? We explain the situation surrounding copper, derive a possible scenario for the coming months from this and then take a look at the three shares of Nordex, Alpha Copper and Mercedes-Benz. Let's go!
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