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Commented by André Will-Laudien on November 24th, 2025 | 09:25 CET
DAX up, NASDAQ down! Automotive sector back in focus with Mercedes-Benz, WashTec, BYD, and VW
The correction in the growth markets continues. Even crypto investors, who are used to success, are now complaining about the pronounced market weakness. November and December are usually good months for the stock market. However, because September and October performed so exorbitantly well, profits are now apparently being taken across the board. For German blue chips, the whole thing has been mild so far, and according to general valuation rules, they also have more room for upward movement. We are diving into the world of electric vehicles and combustion engines, where P/E ratios between 4 and 12 are the norm and real, tangible goods are traded. It is time to put away the AI toys and start the machines.
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Commented by Nico Popp on November 19th, 2025 | 07:30 CET
Attention Labor Market Data! Will gold soon take off? Kobo Resources, Barrick Mining, Mercedes-Benz
In Germany, fear has been spreading across many industries for months: How many jobs are still at risk? Concerns are growing, especially among suppliers to the automotive industry in the southwest, where Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and other industrial giants are struggling with the market environment and their own structural weaknesses. Recent signs also suggest a potential economic slowdown in the US. So far, these developments have not impacted the markets; on the contrary, the probability of a US interest rate cut in December has recently declined significantly. If the labor market data published at the end of the week is poor, this could change abruptly – potentially supporting a renewed rally in gold.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on November 12th, 2025 | 07:00 CET
NEO Battery Materials: Making companies like Rheinmetall and Mercedes-Benz less dependent on China's battery market
The next wave of the industrial revolution is being driven by high-performance batteries. They are the lifeblood of booming sectors such as electromobility, autonomous drones, and AI-powered factories. Investors who back the companies developing and integrating these advanced energy storage systems are positioning themselves at the forefront of a megatrend worth billions. Battery innovator NEO Battery Materials is therefore increasingly coming into focus. Defense giant Rheinmetall is seeking improved batteries for its drones to enable longer flight times, while car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz is searching for next-generation battery technology that could finally help electric mobility achieve its definitive breakthrough.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on November 10th, 2025 | 07:00 CET
Takeover fever! BYD is amazed, Graphano celebrates, and Lyft buys FreeNow from Mercedes and BMW!
If the electric vehicle market wants to overtake combustion engines, further advances in battery technology are still needed. Consumers need to be convinced, which means that economic realities should be at the forefront of their purchasing decisions. Major innovations require high-performance materials, including graphite, which is a key component of modern lithium-ion batteries. Graphite contributes to a greater range, higher energy density, and improved safety. At the same time, innovative approaches to silicon anodes and novel cathode materials are ensuring more efficient and cost-effective production processes. With the steady expansion of charging infrastructure, range anxiety among consumers is diminishing, further boosting the adoption of e-mobility. This highly dynamic innovation environment thus opens up attractive prospects for both technology developers and investors, as the industry is changing rapidly.
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Commented by Nico Popp on November 3rd, 2025 | 06:55 CET
Commodity-based investments without the boredom: Globex Mining, Royal Gold, Mercedes-Benz
The agreement in the trade dispute between the US and China is increasingly being seen for what it is – a temporary pause in escalation. The fact that negotiations are set to resume after a year and that China is only lifting the most recent trade restrictions shows that the era of globalization will not return. Going forward, China and the US will continue to monitor each other closely and try to secure the best deal for themselves. This carries the potential for further escalation. One collateral damage is already evident in the automotive industry. Here is why there are currently many arguments in favor of crisis-driven investments in the commodities sector.
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Commented by Nico Popp on October 22nd, 2025 | 07:10 CEST
Hype and day-to-day business – What matters now: European Lithium, BMW, Mercedes-Benz
European Lithium shares have recently caused quite a stir. But what is behind the surge that has multiplied its value within just a few days? What role does the Company actually play - for the US and also for Europe? We sort through the many reports on European Lithium and show where the Company could be headed in the medium term. One thing seems certain: Without European Lithium, the outlook for the automotive industry on both sides of the Atlantic looks bleak. Reason enough to take a closer look at the background.
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Commented by Nico Popp on October 7th, 2025 | 07:15 CEST
Indonesia shock for car manufacturers – NISK offers hope: Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Power Metallic Mines
Indonesia is the global hotspot for nickel. According to the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis, around 50% of the global supply comes from this Asian country. But recently, the media and NGOs have put the country's "dirty" nickel in the spotlight. Environmental organizations are sounding the alarm: in the mining regions of Sulawesi and the Moluccas, the soil and coastal waters are reportedly contaminated, and in some places the sea is turning red due to mining residues. As reported by German broadcaster ZDF a few weeks ago, Mercedes-Benz also indirectly sources nickel from Indonesia. We take a look at what the consequences of these allegations are and why a promising nickel location may now return to the focus of industry.
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Commented by Nico Popp on October 2nd, 2025 | 07:15 CEST
Graphite problem solvers with small valuation: SGL Carbon, Mercedes-Benz, Graphano Energy
Battery-grade graphite is classified as a critical element in both the US and the EU. The reason: supply chains have been too dependent on China. Recent geopolitical shifts have caused decision-makers on both sides of the Atlantic to rethink their approach to graphite and other critical raw materials. Secure sources are now in high demand. At the same time, sustainability and environmental protection remain key requirements for projects. In this article, we explain the latest developments in the graphite market and how investors can benefit from them.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on October 1st, 2025 | 07:10 CEST
How BYD Leverages Its Lead, How Power Metallic Mines Benefits, and Why Mercedes-Benz Needs to Catch Up
The next phase of electromobility has begun. It is no longer vehicle sales that determine the winners and losers, but rather the fierce battle for the raw materials used in their construction. While demand for copper, lithium, nickel, and cobalt is exploding, supply bottlenecks and political dependencies threaten to slow down the profitable ramp-up. Those who secure the most valuable resources today will control the entire market tomorrow. Reason enough to take a closer look at the strategic moves of BYD, Power Metallic Mines, and Mercedes-Benz, which are now setting the course for the coming decade.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 30th, 2025 | 07:25 CEST
Is the industrial heart of Europe dying? Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, AJN Resources
Uncertainty in Germany is greater than ever: Increasingly, companies in the automotive industry are cutting jobs. According to industry experts at EY, around 51,100 jobs were lost in the automotive industry within a year, corresponding to around 7% of all jobs. Companies in other sectors are also making cuts. Most recently, Lufthansa also laid off staff. This bad news is accompanied by a worrying mood of doom and gloom among the German population – especially in the traditionally wealthy southwest of the country. In this article, we explain how the industrial giants Porsche and Mercedes-Benz are faring and why more and more investors are turning their attention to gold stocks as a result.
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