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Commented by Mario Hose on March 17th, 2026 | 07:05 CET
Security, Defense, and Power: How Rheinmetall, DroneShield, and NEO Battery Materials Are Revolutionizing Defense Logistics
The geopolitical tensions of recent years have brought a fundamental truth to light. Security is not just a matter of tanks and soldiers, but increasingly a race for technological superiority. While established, large companies like Rheinmetall are securing record orders and DroneShield is trying to secure the skies above our heads, a third player is quietly moving into the center of power: NEO Battery Materials. Today, it is no longer just about who builds the best drone, but also about who keeps it in the air the longest and most efficiently. In a world where conflicts like those in Iran or Ukraine are decided by autonomous systems, traditional armaments and state-of-the-art battery technology are merging into a single entity. We take a look behind the scenes of an industry that offers completely new opportunities for investors right now.
ReadCommented by Nico Popp on March 16th, 2026 | 07:35 CET
Ammunition shortages pressure the defense industry: Opportunity for Almonty, challenges for General Dynamics and Rheinmetall
Our global security architecture has been undergoing significant disruptions for some time. The decades-long paradigm of the peace dividend, built on global supply chains and reduced stockpiles, has largely collapsed. The defense industry now faces the challenge of establishing reliable supply chains for critical raw materials in order to meet the growing demand for artillery ammunition and heavy weapon systems. Another driver is the war in Iran. According to a report by the Financial Times, the conflict has decimated US ammunition stockpiles to such an extent that the Pentagon is already warning of shortages of certain munitions. To replenish these inventories, the US government is planning a supplemental budget of around USD 50 billion. In this environment, the US defense contractor General Dynamics is helping maintain the operational readiness of NATO partners through production of ammunition, while Rheinmetall, as a European systems provider, is also expanding its capacities. However, the crucial foundation for this production is the critical metal tungsten. The only significant Western supplier, Almonty Industries, therefore plays a key role - potentially opening up unique opportunities for investors.
ReadCommented by Fabian Lorenz on March 13th, 2026 | 07:10 CET
Nearly 50% upside potential: Rheinmetall, RENK, and Standard Uranium
Buying opportunities are emerging here. After the muted market reaction to the annual results, analysts see a buying opportunity in RENK. According to their estimates, the stock could offer almost 50% upside potential, although there are also more cautious voices. Rheinmetall, too, failed to fully convince the market with its 2025 results and outlook. Given the current valuations, investors appear to be expecting more. In contrast, uranium stocks may be presenting fresh entry opportunities. Driven by the AI boom, industry leaders such as Cameco have already performed strongly. Exploration companies, however, could still have significant catch-up potential. Standard Uranium is pursuing a risk-diversified strategy. The company is exploring a broad portfolio of projects near major players such as Fission Uranium, NexGen Energy, and F3 Uranium. A new drilling program scheduled to begin this month could trigger a revaluation of the stock.
ReadCommented by André Will-Laudien on March 10th, 2026 | 07:30 CET
Defense, oil, and turbulent times - Silver at USD 150? Investors eye Airbus, Silver Viper, OHB, Rheinmetall, and RENK
The turbulence in the markets is no coincidence. It is not only the extremely aggressive foreign policy of the US President that is pushing other countries into a corner. Direct interventions in foreign state systems are also shifting power balances and global supply chains. China has long since responded to this form of imperialism by terminating international trade agreements for critical metals. With oil prices suddenly surging, new geopolitical issues are naturally coming to the fore, placing both East and West in a difficult position once again. Major oil suppliers in the Middle East are currently unable to meet their production quotas, while Russia remains under sanctions. This leaves the United States and Canada as the primary alternatives - a windfall for producers in those countries, who can now ramp up production at full speed. Silver also appears to have reached a crucial point. The large short positions from January have likely been covered, but industrial demand is now skyrocketing. Investors should therefore take a closer look at promising projects such as Silver Viper, which in the long term could supply customers around the globe.
ReadCommented by Nico Popp on March 10th, 2026 | 07:05 CET
Running out of ammunition? The key role of Antimony Resources, Rheinmetall, and Boeing
The arms industry is facing a severe test amid the war in the Middle East. The enormous consumption of ammunition is pushing already limited Western production capacities to their limits. While the US has raised its defense spending for 2026 to a record level of USD 901 billion, the intense exchange of fire in the Middle East and the use of modern defense systems are depleting stockpiles at a record pace. In this environment, the critical semi-metal antimony is becoming a focus of national security. The element is irreplaceable as a hardening agent for lead alloys in armor-piercing projectiles and for high-precision infrared sensors. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the global supply situation is becoming increasingly tense. This is mainly due to strict export restrictions imposed by China, which dominates global mining with a market share of just under 60% and has long used the metal as a strategic weapon. To guarantee defense capabilities, industry giants such as Rheinmetall and Boeing must ramp up their production. The problem is that raw materials are finite. This is where players such as Antimony Resources come into play, securing the coveted antimony in Canada.
ReadCommented by Fabian Lorenz on March 6th, 2026 | 07:35 CET
900% price increase and only a P/E ratio of 10! Rheinmetall, Hensoldt, and Almonty Industries in focus
Can a stock still be cheap after a 900% increase in 12 months? Looking at the current analyst estimates for Almonty Industries, the answer is "yes." Analysts are therefore raising their price target significantly and recommending the tungsten producer as a "Buy". They expect revenue and profits to explode starting this year. In contrast, investors in Rheinmetall and Hensoldt are slowly losing faith in the supercycle. Both stocks are languishing this year. Even the war in the Middle East is unable to give defense stocks a boost. Yet Rheinmetall has exactly the products in its portfolio that are so urgently needed: relatively inexpensive drone defense systems. The US is slowly running out of expensive interceptor missiles. Hensoldt recently reported a record order backlog, but investors are disappointed with revenue and profit growth. Could a takeover provide new momentum for the stock?
ReadCommented by Armin Schulz on March 4th, 2026 | 07:20 CET
The Iran War is driving the war economy – Almonty Industries, Rheinmetall, and the RENK Group under scrutiny
The Iran war is causing oil prices to skyrocket, supply chains to break down, and the global order to falter. While shockwaves are rippling through the energy markets, a contrary movement is emerging on the stock market. Investors are flocking to the winners of this new era. Not only is demand for state-of-the-art defense technology being reignited, but the battle for strategic raw materials such as tungsten, which is essential for armor and guided missiles, has also flared up again. In this environment, three companies at the heart of this development are coming into focus: tungsten supplier Almonty Industries, systems giant Rheinmetall, and drive specialist RENK Group.
ReadCommented by Mario Hose on March 2nd, 2026 | 07:00 CET
Three potential beneficiaries of the Iran war: Rheinmetall, First Majestic Silver, and Silver North Resources in focus
The defense industry could outperform - but it needs silver as a key raw material. Could a new silver rush emerge in the shadow of war? Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have escalated sharply following recent US and Israeli strikes on Iran. Investors are now focused on a very special alliance: the symbiosis of high-tech armaments and shiny raw materials. Modern military systems, from AI-driven chips to cutting-edge sensors, rely heavily on significant silver supplies. In this volatile environment, silver stocks are gaining attention. We take a closer look at two silver players alongside Rheinmetall. With sensational new discoveries in the legendary Keno Hill District and strong momentum, Silver North Resources is positioned to shake up the silver market. But the big players are not sleeping either. While First Majestic Silver, one of the purest silver producers globally, is benefiting from surging silver prices, Rheinmetall, the technical backbone of Western defense, is forming the fundamental counterpart in this strategic triangle. For investors who want to understand why silver could become a strategic issue for the industry right now and how Silver North Resources is paving the way for a new era with new drilling, read on and take a closer look. Because every crisis also produces winners.
ReadCommented by Nico Popp on February 25th, 2026 | 07:15 CET
Seizing Defense Billions Now: How NEO Battery Materials Could Enhance Systems from Rheinmetall and Hensoldt
The world's security architecture is no longer what it once was: the future of defense is autonomous, networked, and energy-hungry. Military superiority is no longer determined primarily by the sheer number of deployed units, but by the synergy of autonomous mobility, sensor intelligence, and the corresponding energy capacities. In this environment, players such as Rheinmetall are equipping the next generation of military equipment with autonomous vehicles and drones. At the same time, Hensoldt is providing the necessary intelligence for today's battlefield through high-performance sensor technology and AI-supported radar systems such as the TRML-4D. According to reports from platforms such as Radartutorial.eu, these systems are capable of detecting up to 1,500 targets simultaneously within a radius of 250 km and processing data in fractions of a second. In the field of power supply for unmanned aerial systems, the Canadian-South Korean company NEO Battery Materials is positioning itself to drive a potential breakthrough.
ReadCommented by Tarik Dede on February 24th, 2026 | 07:35 CET
The arms race is on: Why Rheinmetall, Antimony Resources, and Leidos are needed!
War in Ukraine, troop buildup in the Persian Gulf: Politicians currently seem to be reverting to their role as warlords. The conflict in Ukraine alone has now lasted more than four years and shows how modern warfare works. It is important to control the necessary raw materials, data, and airspace. Since then, an arms race has begun. The US has urged its NATO partners to increase their defense spending, and most countries have followed suit. Within this framework, Germany has launched a EUR 500 billion investment program, which will benefit the German arms industry, among others. US President Donald Trump has announced a military budget of USD 1 trillion – for one year, mind you! But global rival China is not to be outdone, increasing its military spending by double-digit percentages every year. While the US primarily enjoys technological supremacy, China dominates the raw materials market. This explosive constellation offers investors opportunities on the stock market.
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