Close menu




October 16th, 2025 | 07:15 CEST

Hensoldt forges drone alliance! Nordex peaked? Over 10% dividend with RE Royalties

  • royalties
  • renewableenergies
  • Energy
  • Drones
  • Defense
Photo credits: Nordex SE

A dividend yield of over 10% currently makes RE Royalties shares an attractive buy. The Company finances renewable energy projects and will also participate in future earnings from these projects. With success, since 2020, the Company has grown by 38% p.a. and has paid dividends for 25 quarters. By comparison, Nordex is far from such continuity in growth. However, Nordex is currently riding a wave of growth. After a 100% increase in the share price, analysts see little potential for Nordex shares. Meanwhile, Hensoldt shares would likely have jumped after the latest announcement, as the sensor specialist is forging a new German drone alliance. Is now the time to buy?

time to read: 3 minutes | Author: Fabian Lorenz
ISIN: HENSOLDT AG INH O.N. | DE000HAG0005 , NORDEX SE O.N. | DE000A0D6554 , RE ROYALTIES LTD | CA75527Q1081

Table of contents:


    RE Royalties: 10% dividend yield and price potential

    High dividends, price potential, and a contribution to climate and environmental protection: investors get all this when they invest in RE Royalties.

    The Canadian company has an innovative business model in the renewable energy sector: RE Royalties provides capital to companies looking to implement solar, wind, hydro, and energy storage projects. In return, it receives interest and so-called royalty agreements - i.e., a percentage of future revenues or profits from these plants. This model has been well-established and successful in the commodities and real estate sectors for years. RE Royalties is a first mover in renewable energy and has grown by an average of 38% per year from 2020 to 2024.

    Co-founder and CEO Bernard Tan recently provided a fascinating insight into the Company in an interview Link to YouTube video with the International Investment Forum (IIF).

    https://youtu.be/sKWA0kb1A_s?si=dZLca0_wo7iRoAr-

    RE Royalties' portfolio now comprises over 100 projects – over 80% of which are in Canada or the US – and covers an installed capacity of several hundred megawatts. This enables RE Royalties to generate regular diversified revenues. The income enables the distribution of an attractive dividend. Shareholders can currently expect a payment of CAD 0.04. The share is currently trading at CAD 0.33.

    Hensoldt: Drone alliance fizzles out

    Hensoldt is forging a German drone alliance with Avilus. Recently, this news would likely have caused a jump in the share price, but defense stocks are currently consolidating, and the news did not provide any significant momentum. Hensoldt and drone manufacturer Avilus have agreed on a strategic partnership. Together, they will develop and market innovative sensor and ISR (intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance) systems for unmanned aerial vehicles. The integration of Hensoldt's technologies – including the high-performance electro-optical system, the AMPS-M self-protection system, and the software-defined "PrecISR" radar – with the Avilus "MissMarvin" mission system will produce scalable drone platforms suitable for both military and civilian applications. The focus is on technological independence, rapid deployability, and strengthening German UAV expertise.

    The integrated systems provide comprehensive real-time situational awareness and analysis: Multispectral sensors with AI evaluation, radar-based all-round vision, and self-protection solutions against missile or laser threats make the platforms highly versatile – from disaster control and border security to military reconnaissance. Thanks to approval from the Federal Aviation Authority for civil flights and the "company-owned, company-operated" model, initial demonstrations are already underway. Through this partnership, Hensoldt aims to advance its "Software Defined Defense" strategy and set new standards in European drone technology.

    Nordex: Stock exhausted after 100% gain?

    Nordex shares are arguably one of the surprises of the current year, especially when compared to other stocks in the sector, such as Orsted (-34%) or Vestas (+22%). But has the stock reached its peak after rising 100%? More and more analysts seem to believe so.

    According to marketscreener.com, 12 out of 14 analysts recommend buying Nordex shares. However, the average price target is EUR 23.64, which is the current level. Even at the highest price target of EUR 26.50, there is little chance of a return.

    Deutsche Bank recently raised its price target slightly from EUR 23 to EUR 26. The "Buy" recommendation was confirmed. However, companies such as Siemens Energy and Schneider Electric are preferred in the sector. Otherwise, analysts have been reluctant to raise their price targets so far. Jefferies recently confirmed its "Buy" recommendation. However, the experts see the fair value at EUR 25, which is barely above the current level.

    The only Nordex bear at present is RBC. Analysts do not currently see any revival in demand. This is likely to start next year at the earliest. As a result, experts have significantly reduced their earnings estimates for 2026. They are therefore sticking to their "Underperform" rating for Nordex shares, and the price target is EUR 18.50. In their view, this means there is currently potential for a setback of almost 25%.


    RE Royalties shares currently offer a dividend yield of over 10% and upside potential. The business model is innovative, and the track record of recent years is impressive. Nordex has experienced very volatile performance in recent years. The stock has performed well this year, and it may now be time to take profits. Hensoldt is currently undergoing a correction.


    Conflict of interest

    Pursuant to §85 of the German Securities Trading Act (WpHG), we point out that Apaton Finance GmbH as well as partners, authors or employees of Apaton Finance GmbH (hereinafter referred to as "Relevant Persons") may hold shares or other financial instruments of the aforementioned companies in the future or may bet on rising or falling prices and thus a conflict of interest may arise in the future. The Relevant Persons reserve the right to buy or sell shares or other financial instruments of the Company at any time (hereinafter each a "Transaction"). Transactions may, under certain circumstances, influence the respective price of the shares or other financial instruments of the Company.

    In addition, Apaton Finance GmbH is active in the context of the preparation and publication of the reporting in paid contractual relationships.

    For this reason, there is a concrete conflict of interest.

    The above information on existing conflicts of interest applies to all types and forms of publication used by Apaton Finance GmbH for publications on companies.

    Risk notice

    Apaton Finance GmbH offers editors, agencies and companies the opportunity to publish commentaries, interviews, summaries, news and the like on news.financial. These contents are exclusively for the information of the readers and do not represent any call to action or recommendations, neither explicitly nor implicitly they are to be understood as an assurance of possible price developments. The contents do not replace individual expert investment advice and do not constitute an offer to sell the discussed share(s) or other financial instruments, nor an invitation to buy or sell such.

    The content is expressly not a financial analysis, but a journalistic or advertising text. Readers or users who make investment decisions or carry out transactions on the basis of the information provided here do so entirely at their own risk. No contractual relationship is established between Apaton Finance GmbH and its readers or the users of its offers, as our information only refers to the company and not to the investment decision of the reader or user.

    The acquisition of financial instruments involves high risks, which can lead to the total loss of the invested capital. The information published by Apaton Finance GmbH and its authors is based on careful research. Nevertheless, no liability is assumed for financial losses or a content-related guarantee for the topicality, correctness, appropriateness and completeness of the content provided here. Please also note our Terms of use.


    Der Autor

    Fabian Lorenz

    For more than twenty years, the Cologne native has been intensively involved with the stock market, both professionally and privately. He is particularly passionate about national and international small and micro caps.

    About the author



    Related comments:

    Commented by Carsten Mainitz on October 16th, 2025 | 07:25 CEST

    Europe is building a drone wall – Manufacturers like Volatus Aerospace set to benefit enormously!

    • aerospace
    • Defense
    • Drones

    The world is arming up. NATO has decided to invest 5% of its GDP annually in defense and security-related infrastructure from 2035 onwards! This means that more than EUR 300 billion per year will be spent. Large sums will flow into air defense, cyber defense, AI, and drone defense. The increasing number of airspace violations, presumably by Russian drones, is demanding action not only from the affected Eastern European countries but also from the entire NATO alliance. Which companies are on the winning side?

    Read

    Commented by Nico Popp on October 16th, 2025 | 07:10 CEST

    Tungsten – Where the critical element is irreplaceable: Almonty, LAM Research, Rheinmetall

    • Mining
    • Tungsten
    • CriticalMetals
    • Defense
    • hightech

    In recent days, the share price of tungsten producer Almonty Industries has known only one direction: upward. But why is there suddenly such hype surrounding a raw material that, only a few years ago, was known only to experts? The answer is clear: for decades, China lulled Western buyers into a false sense of security and drove foreign mine operators into bankruptcy through dumping prices. Today, Almonty remains the only major tungsten producer in the West, while numerous industries urgently depend on this critical element. We take a closer look at the demand structure of this unique high-tech and defense metal.

    Read

    Commented by Armin Schulz on October 15th, 2025 | 07:15 CEST

    How your portfolio can benefit from the green energy boom with Nordex, RE Royalties, and JinkoSolar

    • royalties
    • renewableenergies
    • Solar
    • GreenTech

    Winners despite turbulent times: As the global energy transition gains momentum, a future market worth billions is emerging. Ever-larger wind turbines, more cost-effective solar modules, and an explosive growth in demand for green electricity are driving the revolution. Innovative companies that produce, finance, or supply clean energy are at the heart of this boom. Three promising players have already positioned themselves and could benefit directly: Nordex, RE Royalties, and JinkoSolar.

    Read