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 September 13th, 2021 | 10:41 CEST
K+S, Deutsche Rohstoff, Barrick Gold: How investors profit from inflation
Prices are rising and rising! In August, inflation rose more sharply than at any time in the last 28 years. It rose by an average of 3.9% compared with the same month of the previous year. The main price drivers were food and energy commodities. But other products and services are also becoming more and more expensive. Here is how investors can take this trend into account in their portfolios.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 10th, 2021 | 10:14 CEST
Daimler, Aztec Minerals, Varta: How growth investments succeed
New technologies are currently transforming the economy. The triumphant advance of electric cars is a done deal, and even buildings will soon be largely climate-neutral. First and foremost, carmakers, manufacturers of photovoltaic systems and energy storage systems are driving this development. But other beneficiaries are currently receiving little attention from the market. We present three stocks.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 9th, 2021 | 12:08 CEST
SMA Solar, Memiontec, CureVac: Doing good and earning money
When young founders develop business models, it is often a question of "purpose," i.e. the best possible (good) purpose of a company. For the new generation, money is no longer the only thing that counts. Instead, earning money and doing good are the watchwords. On the stock market, too, some companies make the world a little better. We look at three stocks and find out whether there is money to be made in them.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 9th, 2021 | 11:42 CEST
Nordex, Water Ways Technologies, MorphoSys: How investors invest in the future
The future is traded on the stock exchange. But what does it look like? It is not easy to make concrete predictions. That is one of the reasons why there are both positive and negative surprises on the stock market. But as an investor, you can help the odds, for example, by focusing on megatrends. Demographics, health, and sustainability are trends that will still be in place in ten years. We present three possible investments.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 8th, 2021 | 10:42 CEST
JinkoSolar, Silver Viper, Plug Power: Shares for the energy transition
Clean energy does not work without technology. The energy transition can only succeed if photovoltaic systems or even wind turbines are state-of-the-art. It is therefore essential that there are companies that lead the way technologically. This can be achieved with new products, daring plans, or in a classic way: by promoting suitable raw materials.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 7th, 2021 | 12:45 CEST
Alibaba, Barsele Minerals, K+S: Where comeback opportunities now lurk
Stocks that have taken a bit of a beating have a certain appeal for investors. On the one hand, the shares seem to be on special offer, and on the other hand, it quickly becomes clear from the performance chart where the potential of the respective Company on the stock market extends. But shares are not always ripe for a comeback. What investors should watch out for and what the situation looks like for three selected stocks.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 6th, 2021 | 10:24 CEST
Varta, EuroSports Global, BYD: New growth opportunities around e-mobility
The future is electric - at least for cars and bicycles. The pedelec boom is ensuring that bike stores are working overtime and have been busy for months. Thanks to the e-motor, entirely new customer groups are suddenly interested in aerodynamic frames, comfortable carbon seatposts or trendy paint finishes. What is already underway in the bicycle sector could also be in store for motorcycles. In Asia, electric bikes with powerful acceleration are all the rage. We take a look at three stocks related to the electric boom.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 2nd, 2021 | 12:58 CEST
Nordex, Talkpool, HeidelbergCement: Construction goes green and digital - Investors profit
Do you know what all electrical appliances have in common? They have become smaller and smaller over the years. Advances in electrical engineering and digitization have ensured that even complex devices have become smaller and smaller while at the same time being powerful and more energy-efficient. As a result, numerous possibilities have opened up - for example, in the area of the Internet of Things. The interplay of sensors and small electronic devices offers users new possibilities, saves money, and protects the environment. We present three titles on the topics of the Internet of Things and environmental protection.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 2nd, 2021 | 12:15 CEST
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen, Troilus Gold, TUI: The Power of Transformation
Transformations are the salt in the soup of the stock market. Whenever companies break new ground, win new customers or enter completely new territory, opportunities arise for investors. At the beginning of such developments, the market usually does not quite believe in the chances. But then, more and more investors jump on the bandwagon and boost the share price. The further transformations go, the greater the associated opportunities. We present three companies that are breaking new ground and classify their prospects.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 1st, 2021 | 10:39 CEST
Gazprom, Kodiak Copper, Nordex: This is how the energy transition pays off
Keeping the economy moving requires energy. This energy can come from a variety of sources. Fossil fuels, such as oil and gas, have come under fire for their CO2 emissions. However, what is clear is that these energy sources will remain important for a long time to come. As a climate-neutral alternative, electricity from renewable sources is gaining in importance. However, this requires investments in storage facilities and transmission lines. We present three stocks related to the energy sector.
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