WHEATON PREC. METALS
Commented by Tarik Dede on May 27th, 2026 | 08:05 CEST
Diversify Across Commodity Stocks: Wheaton Precious Metals, Globex Mining, Rio Tinto
Not every investor wants to take on the risk associated with a single commodity stock. Nevertheless, there are effective ways to achieve broad diversification. The principle of royalties and streaming agreements has become firmly established in the commodities industry. Under these models, investors provide upfront financing and, in return, receive a defined share of the mined metals once production begins. In both cases, the operational and cost risks remain largely with the mine operator. With Wheaton Precious Metals, a multi-billion-dollar heavyweight has established itself as a leading player in the sector. Globex Mining is significantly smaller, but offers greater upside potential on the exploration side through its own project portfolio. Meanwhile, Rio Tinto represents an attractive alternative for investors seeking broad exposure to the metals sector.
Read
Commented by Mario Hose on March 12th, 2026 | 08:00 CET
Mining without excavators: Franco-Nevada, Triple Flag, and Globex Mining compared
After a long dry spell, mining stocks are back in vogue. However, operating mines comes with its own risks. Geological challenges, technical failures, rising energy costs, or labor strikes can quickly disrupt operations. There is, however, a clever alternative: so-called royalty and streaming companies. These firms benefit from mining activity without having to drill holes in the ground themselves. In this article, we compare three representatives of this business model across different size classes: Franco-Nevada, an established industry giant; Triple Flag Precious Metals, a mid-tier player; and Globex Mining Enterprises, a (still) small but particularly diversified challenger.
Read
Commented by Nico Popp on September 17th, 2025 | 07:30 CEST
Bundesbank causes a sensation in the silver market: Silver North Resources, Fresnillo, Wheaton Precious Metals
Silver prices continue to rise. As a result, the face value of German silver coins is now also increasing—otherwise, the gap between the face value and the actual material value of the investment coins would become too significant. This upward trend is driven both by growing global uncertainty and increasing industrial demand. In addition to the photovoltaic and chip industries, silver is also increasingly being used in defense applications. We present three companies from the silver sector and highlight investment opportunities.
Read