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Commented by Armin Schulz on April 9th, 2026 | 07:35 CEST

A USD 631 Billion Market – Rheinmetall, NEO Battery Materials, and BYD Lead the Battery Boom

  • Batteries
  • BatteryMetals
  • Defense
  • Electrification
  • geopolitics

The global energy transition has a quiet but powerful driver: the battery. No longer merely a storage device, it has become the strategic core of mobility, defense, and grid stability. By 2026, geopolitical tensions surrounding raw materials are intensifying, while innovations such as solid-state and sodium-ion cells are reshaping the technological landscape. Those who act decisively now can secure a competitive edge in an industry expected to grow to over USD 630 billion by 2035. However, not all players will benefit equally—success will depend on execution strength, material innovation, and the ability to scale quickly. These are precisely the qualities embodied by Rheinmetall, NEO Battery Materials, and BYD.

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Commented by Mario Hose on April 2nd, 2026 | 07:20 CEST

Defense Sector Insider Picks: BYD, DroneShield, NEO Battery

  • Batteries
  • BatteryMetals
  • Technology
  • AI
  • Defense
  • Drones
  • Electromobility

The tech world is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven in part by AI and global conflicts, that goes far beyond simple software solutions. It is about physical power, energy, and the defense of assets in an unstable geopolitical landscape. While BYD is conquering the roads with electric mobility, DroneShield is securing airspace against threats. In the shadow of these industry giants, a development is emerging that could transform the very heart of both worlds. We are talking about a new battery technology being developed in South Korea. NEO Battery Materials is poised to push the boundaries of what is possible. In this report, we examine how these three players will shape the energy and security market in 2026, and why one of them, in particular, is attracting the military's attention right now.

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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on April 2nd, 2026 | 07:00 CEST

The Metal of the Energy Transition: Avrupa Minerals and Barrick with Upside Potential, BYD Under Pressure

  • CriticalMetals
  • Copper
  • Commodities
  • Electromobility
  • Electrification

The EU list of critical raw materials comprises 34 substances, including, among others, metals used in batteries and the energy transition, such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and copper. Copper, the "metal of the energy transition," plays a pivotal role in renewable energy, electric mobility, and infrastructure. Europe, in particular, still has considerable ground to make up when it comes to developing domestic raw material sources. This is precisely where the Canadian company Avrupa Minerals comes in with a compelling strategy. At the same time, Barrick Gold is steadily evolving into a major copper player, while BYD faces an increasingly challenging market environment. Which stock offers the greatest potential?

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Commented by André Will-Laudien on March 25th, 2026 | 07:15 CET

Trump and the EU Need Critical Metals and Oil Alternatives! BHP, Avrupa Minerals, Mercedes, and BYD

  • Copper
  • zinc
  • CriticalMetals
  • Oil
  • geopolitics
  • Electromobility
  • Electrification

As oil prices surge to new levels above USD 100, investors are facing heightened supply chain concerns. Just as during the COVID-19 pandemic, global trade relations in the commodities sector are at risk of grinding to a halt due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Following significant price declines across all industrial sectors, it is essential to identify potential winners. The commodities giant BHP can look forward to rising revenues and cash flows, while a new surge in e-mobility is expected in the alternative energy sector. Avrupa Minerals is searching for critical materials in Finland and Portugal and has already made discoveries. An exciting investment opportunity is currently emerging.

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Commented by Armin Schulz on March 25th, 2026 | 07:05 CET

The battery megatrend is driving business growth at BYD, NEO Battery Materials, and DroneShield

  • Batteries
  • BatteryMetals
  • Defense
  • Drones
  • Electromobility

Electrification has moved beyond its experimental phase and is now emerging as a structural disruptor. At the heart of this transformation are high-performance batteries, which have long since ceased to merely power vehicles and now serve as a fundamental energy platform for the next technological era. From autonomous logistics drones to AI-powered data centers, the scalability of these future markets depends on the efficiency and stability of energy storage systems. Anyone setting the course for tomorrow today must understand that these value chains are inextricably intertwined. We will therefore take a closer look today at the automaker BYD, the high-performance battery manufacturer NEO Battery Materials, and the drone defense specialist DroneShield.

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Commented by Stefan Feulner on March 13th, 2026 | 07:25 CET

DroneShield, NEO Battery, and BYD: Innovations in a billion-dollar market

  • Batteries
  • BatteryMetals
  • hightech
  • Defense
  • Electromobility
  • Drones

Drones are rapidly changing modern warfare. Today, inexpensive aircraft can threaten even expensive military technology, pushing traditional defense systems to their limits. At the same time, the demand for powerful batteries is increasing, as range and operating time could become decisive factors. AI-supported drone defense, high-performance batteries, and new battery technologies are thus at the center of a billion-dollar innovation race.

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Commented by Armin Schulz on March 11th, 2026 | 07:35 CET

BYD's blade offensive, the raw materials frenzy at Power Metallic Mines, and the Volkswagen earthquake: Seize the opportunity now!

  • Mining
  • PGEs
  • Silver
  • Commodities
  • Electromobility

The new battleground of the global economy is hidden behind the inconspicuous casing of a battery. The race for electromobility has long since become more than just a battle for the best range. It is a bitter battle for strategic raw materials and technological supremacy that will determine the winners and losers of the next decade. While the hunger for copper, nickel, and lithium is forcing new mining projects, a wide variety of strategies are colliding in this arena. We take a look at the current situation at BYD, Power Metallic Mines, and Volkswagen and analyze the opportunities and risks.

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Commented by André Will-Laudien on March 4th, 2026 | 06:55 CET

New EU standards aim to secure the future of e-mobility! BYD, Nio, Group Eleven Resources, and VW

  • Mining
  • zinc
  • Copper
  • Silver
  • CriticalMetals
  • Electromobility

With the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR), the European Union has been creating binding minimum standards for publicly accessible charging points since the beginning of 2026. In addition, new subsidies have been introduced in many EU countries to promote e-mobility, even though the coffers are empty due to high defense spending. Meanwhile, the overall European vehicle market came under noticeable pressure in January. According to the latest data from the industry association ACEA, new vehicle registrations fell by just under 4% compared to the previous year, marking the first decline in months and reflecting the difficult overall market. However, a clear trend is emerging within this development: electrification is continuing to advance and shifting market shares in favor of battery electric vehicles. At the same time, the next Middle East conflict is unfolding, with oil prices rising sharply above USD 82 per barrel of Brent. This is providing a strong tailwind for alternative drive systems that can withstand global hysteria. Risk-conscious investors should now revise their portfolio structures.

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Commented by Stefan Feulner on February 24th, 2026 | 07:05 CET

Rheinmetall, First Hydrogen, BYD – Innovations put pressure on the competition

  • Hydrogen
  • cleantech
  • greenhydrogen
  • Electromobility
  • Defense
  • Batteries

Record military spending, major orders worth billions, and structural rearmament are set to drive the European defense industry for years to come. At the same time, global energy demand is exploding. Modular nuclear reactors and green hydrogen are coming into focus as low-CO₂ base load solutions. And in the field of electromobility, Asian battery manufacturers are massively expanding their cost advantage. As a result, cell prices are falling, ranges are increasing, and Western competitors are coming under pressure. Three future-oriented industries – defense, clean energy, and battery technology – are facing a new wave of investment, but some of the first warning signs are appearing in the charts.

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Commented by Armin Schulz on February 23rd, 2026 | 07:30 CET

BYD drives demand, while Group Eleven Resources and Hecla Mining are the hidden stars of the commodity year

  • Mining
  • zinc
  • Commodities
  • CriticalMetals
  • Electromobility
  • Silver

The zinc rally is gaining momentum: as inventories dwindle and demand from the energy transition explodes, prices are testing a three-year high. Investors are sensing opportunity, as the combination of structural supply shortages and geopolitical production programs promises sustained tailwinds for the industrial metals market. Those holding the right positions now could benefit from the tightening supply. In addition, there is a supply gap in silver. We take a closer look at three companies that are particularly in focus in this environment: the electric vehicle pioneer BYD as a driver of demand, the explorer Group Eleven Resources with its zinc, silver, and copper project, and silver-zinc producer Hecla Mining.

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