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Nico Popp

  • Small-Caps

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 April 1st, 2021 | 06:00 CEST

Ballard Power, dynaCERT, Porsche: Where are the best auto stocks?

  • Investments

The idea that automakers have no future is a pipe dream. The pandemic shows us: we want to see our loved ones regularly, make new contacts and interact with people. Our car is the key to getting us from A to B in an uncomplicated way. At the same time, however, this mobility must not spoil the next generation's future. Therefore, new developments around clean drives are important and necessary. We introduce three companies and outline the role they play in the mobility revolution.

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Commented by Nico Popp on April 1st, 2021 | 05:50 CEST

NIO, Defense Metals, Rheinmetall: These shares have catch-up potential

  • RareEarths

While Germany is facing a new lockdown rather than finally taking flight, the DAX has risen to over 15,000 points. What this shows: The market is already anticipating the post-pandemic upswing. Around the globe, societies are divided into two; those suffering from the pandemic and those that are pandemic winners. The latter sit on high reserves and are just waiting to finally spend their money again, which suggests a clear upswing. With stocks in a doze, this can lead to great opportunities.

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Commented by Nico Popp on March 31st, 2021 | 05:22 CEST

Interview with Marble Financial: Fintech innovator plans expansion into the US

  • Fintech
  • Debt
  • AI

While the traditional financial industry is looking for growth, Marble Financial has found an attractive niche for itself: Thanks to artificial intelligence, the fintech is bringing people with bad credit back into the financial system - and gaining a valuable treasure trove of data along the way. In this interview, Marble CEO Karim Nanji explains how you can earn money with people with bad credit, what products his Company offers, what is important for the Company as it expands into the US, and how Marble plans to increase its sales tenfold by 2023.

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Commented by Nico Popp on March 30th, 2021 | 08:06 CEST

GameStop, Royal Helium, Varta: "Hot Picks" for the Portfolio

  • Helium

Many private investors are looking to make a quick buck on the stock market. Time and again, this leads to investors taking on too much risk in relation to their financial situation. However, it can make sense to add one or two speculative stocks to a balanced portfolio. With only small amounts, it can be possible to achieve real returns even after inflation. We present three stocks and explain whether they are suitable as portfolio boosters or not.

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Commented by Nico Popp on March 29th, 2021 | 08:25 CEST

Steinhoff, GameStop, SKRR Exploration: This is how you gamble today!

  • Gold

If you want to turn a little money into a lot on the stock market, you have to bet on the right stocks. But the promising stocks are often really hot: Many gamblers have already jumped on the bandwagon and it is unclear whether the hype will last or not. Typical gambler stocks are either turnaround stocks, short squeezes or micro-enterprises with excellent growth potential. We present three stocks and discuss the underlying gambler potential.

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Commented by Nico Popp on March 29th, 2021 | 08:10 CEST

Interview with Kleos Space: Data from Space - Revenue on Earth

  • Satellites
  • Pirates
  • Fishing
  • Smuggling
  • Trafficking

Even before Elon Musk's Company SpaceX came on the scene, it was clear - there is good business to be made in space. Kleos Space, which has offices in the US, UK and Luxembourg, uses satellites to monitor radio frequency transmissions. Thanks to sophisticated technology and the intelligent combination of the collected data, authorities, states or companies can profit from their services. Kleos Space CEO Andy Bowyer explains how the business model works, why customers value the exchange with Kleos Space and why summer 2021 is set to be a milestone for the Company.

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Commented by Nico Popp on March 29th, 2021 | 08:00 CEST

First Majestic, Silver Viper, Barrick Gold: Why silver shines brighter

  • Silver

In the past, gold and silver have developed differently; sometimes gold was more in favor with investors, sometimes silver. During the last precious metal boom, silver was clearly in the shadow of gold. But this time, it looks as if silver will be seen by the market, at least on an equal footing. Why? Silver is not only a precious metal but also an industrial metal. The auto industry in particular needs silver. The greener the cars, the more silver they contain. Reason enough to take a look at companies in the sector.

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Commented by Nico Popp on March 26th, 2021 | 06:35 CET

Barrick Gold, Triumph Gold, Yamana Gold: This is how investors get their foot in the door with gold

  • Gold

Anyone who believes in rising prices for gold must be strong at the moment. For months, companies in the sector have not been getting off the ground. But for experienced investors, this is nothing new - especially in the gold market. Chart technology and gut feeling often reach their limits with precious metals. The market is unpredictable. But the general conditions are good; the major central banks continue to see no inflation and open the floodgates. Investors with patience could be rewarded.

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Commented by Nico Popp on March 26th, 2021 | 06:00 CET

Interview with Cardiol Therapeutics: How the heart disease specialist company plans to take off on the Nasdaq in 2021

  • Biotech
  • Heart Disease
  • CBD

Cardiol Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that has declared war on potentially lethal inflammatory processes in the heart. To do this, the Company relies on the extensively researched active ingredient cannabidiol (CBD) which has been shown to reduce inflammation in a number of pre-clinical tests that have formed the basis for the Company’s Phase II/III clinical programs. The Company obtains the active ingredient synthetically and is currently researching various areas of application and forms of administration for its proprietary CBD formulation CardiolRx™. With the Company’s commercial CBD oral formulation, Cortalex™, Cardiol is already on the market with the purest CBD oil in the world and expects this product to generate major growth. Cardiol Therapeutics is now preparing to list on the Nasdaq which will position the Company to compete with the very big players in the biotech industry. In this interview, President and CEO David Elsley talks about CBD as an active ingredient, the research approach of Cardiol Therapeutics, the opportunities of the proposed Nasdaq listing for shareholders, and completely new ideas around innovative medicines. Leede Jones Gable analyst Douglas W. Loe yesterday rated the stock a 'Speculative Buy' with a price target of CAD 12.50 in an initial coverage report.

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Commented by Nico Popp on March 25th, 2021 | 08:23 CET

Bitcoin Group, Upco International, Deutsche Telekom: Your money is at stake!

  • Investments

While Germany remains in lockdown, the world continues to turn. Especially in China and the US, the economy is already starting up again nicely. In recent weeks, this has stoked inflation fears. In the meantime, the central banks are reacting to the extent that they are once again buying more bonds to push down yields. In the future, one could also see inflation in Europe less as a target value and more as a target corridor. An overshooting of inflation is thus all the more likely. We present three stocks and explain whether they can benefit from the current environment or not.

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