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Commented by Armin Schulz on September 13th, 2023 | 09:20 CEST
Mercedes-Benz, Manuka Resources, Nordex - How vanadium is advancing the energy transition
Vanadium, a chemical element, plays a vital role in numerous industries, with particularly high demand in the wind energy and electric vehicle sectors. Its exceptional properties make it an ideal choice for these industries. As a metal alloy, vanadium significantly increases the strength and durability of steel, making it the perfect material for manufacturing wind turbines and electric vehicles. In addition, vanadium is used in batteries to provide higher energy density and longer life. Vanadium is, therefore, increasingly recognized as a crucial raw material for shaping the future of energy and mobility supply.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 6th, 2023 | 09:00 CEST
Insider report shocks investors: Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Altech Advanced Materials
The ongoing international decline of German automakers is a recurring theme in the media. In reality, the consequences could be fatal for companies and Germany as a whole. An insider report from the German automotive industry reveals where the biggest problems lie and in which areas Chinese competitors have already outpaced Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz and Co. Additionally, it delves into what is crucial for a comeback of the German automotive industry.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on July 26th, 2023 | 07:10 CEST
Raw materials war - is China getting serious? BASF, Mercedes-Benz, Almonty Industries
Energy transition, smartphones, semiconductors, armaments and more are driving our hunger for critical raw materials. But woe betide if China gets serious and severely restricts the export of critical raw materials. There is already a foretaste: the minerals gallium and germanium can no longer be exported without Beijing's approval. China is by far the leading producer of critical raw materials and rare earths. The EU gets 71% of its gallium and 45% of its germanium from China. So it urgently needs alternative suppliers. In the case of tungsten, Almonty Industries could provide supply. The Company is on the verge of starting operations at a huge mine in South Korea. From 2024, sales and profits are expected to climb sharply. Mercedes could also benefit from this. The Stuttgart-based company has just announced plans to invest billions more in electromobility. BASF, on the other hand, is going straight to China.
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Commented by Nico Popp on July 18th, 2023 | 07:30 CEST
320% return - this stock is tomorrow's star: Mercedes-Benz, Altech Advanced Materials, Meyer Burger
Mercedes-Benz dealerships have sent a desperate letter to the Group as sales stagnate. The fear is also spreading in Wolfsburg. German car manufacturers are experiencing a significant decline in sales compared to 2019. E-cars, in particular, are not finding favour with buyers. The German government is already considering renewed incentives. But is that enough? We take a look at investments in the automotive industry and show alternatives.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on July 13th, 2023 | 09:10 CEST
Altech Advanced Materials, Mercedes-Benz, BYD - Electricity storage for the future
The automotive industry is facing a revolution as it focuses more and more on electric vehicles. However, better batteries are needed to meet market demands for range and charging time. Better storage options are important not only for electric vehicles but also for renewables. When green power is abundant, it must be stored to be ready at night. The development of more powerful batteries offers potential for investments with attractive returns. With that in mind, we take a look at a company that offers such solutions and analyze two automakers in more detail.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on July 7th, 2023 | 07:00 CEST
Grid Metals Corp., FREYR Battery, Mercedes-Benz - Mega opportunity in electrification: Lithium demand increases worldwide
The world is being electrified, and that requires resources! Canadian company Grid Metals Corporation, an exploration and development company located in Manitoba and Ontario, offers these resources. Grid Metals has now received initial drill results from the Donner Lake area, which is a promising lithium region. Manitoba's strategically valuable location makes it ideal for leveraging trading relationships with the US. Meanwhile, Norwegian company FREYR Battery posted a 33.19% share price increase after successfully assembling and charging the first semi-automatic lithium-ion battery cells at its facility. The Company plans to deliver samples to customers before the end of the second half of the year. Mercedes-Benz focuses on high-quality luxury vehicles to benefit from higher margins and affluent customers. A devastating accident occurred within the group at the Daimler Truck plant, which impacted the balance sheet.
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Commented by Nico Popp on July 3rd, 2023 | 08:15 CEST
Norway plans rare earths coup - but at what cost? Rheinmetall, Mercedes-Benz, Defense Metals
Tanks are rolling through Europe once again. Since February 24, 2022, the Ukraine war has kept the world on edge. But even on Germany's roads, vehicles weighing several tons are rolling around in the form of SUVs. While in China, a 700 kg city runabout is winning the hearts of customers, in Germany, even the lower middle class like to show off. Today we look at what this means for the hunger for critical raw materials, why Norway now wants to mine rare earths at the bottom of the sea, and what promising land alternatives exist.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on June 22nd, 2023 | 08:45 CEST
First Phosphate, Mercedes-Benz, BYD - 1,500 km range through battery revolution
Until now, solid-state batteries were considered too expensive for electric mobility and could be recharged much less often than today's lithium-ion batteries. Now, thanks to a new technology, car manufacturer Toyota has developed a battery that can be recharged within 10 minutes and has a range of up to 1,500 km. This instantly puts Toyota's electric vehicles in the spotlight. Until now, the Company has been a niche player in the electric car market and has been more successful with hybrid vehicles. Today we look at First Phosphate, which aims to supply phosphate for lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries, and we finish by looking at two car manufacturers.
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Commented by Nico Popp on June 8th, 2023 | 07:15 CEST
Recycling as an investment idea: Regenx Tech Corp., SMA Solar, Mercedes-Benz
Turn old into new. Upcycling is on trend. This is true not only for DIY projects, but recycling is also increasingly a topic in industry. Here, it is becoming more and more critical that preliminary products are sustainably promoted. By reusing existing primary products or raw materials, points can be scored in several ways: both financial gains and the support of investors and customers. We present a company that extracts precious metals from catalytic converters, thus positioning itself as a beacon of hope in multiple billion-dollar industries.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on May 18th, 2023 | 09:55 CEST
Attention in the battery sector: Varta in sellout, Mercedes, Power Nickel and IBU-tec with good prospects!
What a debacle for Varta! While many manufacturers worldwide are looking for clean battery solutions, things continue to go downhill for the company in Ellwangen. The linchpin of mobile electrification is the development of a super battery. The conventional battery market is dominated by the Chinese group CATL with a 38% share, followed by BYD. But there are also many smaller technology companies in Germany, such as Altech Advanced Materials and IBU-Tec, that are getting involved in the battery market. We go in search of sector highlights.
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