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Commented by André Will-Laudien on November 18th, 2024 | 07:10 CET
Uncertainty, volatility and BTC at USD 100,000? The stock checklist with BYD, VW, 123fahrschule and Mercedes
Donald Trump is moving back into the White House. Investors took the election result as an opportunity to stage a celebration on the US stock market. The major indices recorded a full 10% increase, and the US dollar strengthened significantly. Trump stands for fossil fuels, nuclear power and armaments. He dismisses climate change and the Paris Agreement and will not invest any further funds in the energy transition. This is a warning sign for the European economy because local governments are pursuing a "net zero" target for 2045, and their efforts are globally losing ground. High costs are squeezing the margins of local corporations, whereas US companies and Asian firms are doing brilliantly. For investors, there are many opportunities and timing is more important than ever. We have done the math.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on November 12th, 2024 | 08:00 CET
Traffic light disaster brings new opportunities for e-mobility: VW, BMW, ARI Motors, BYD and NIO
The traffic light coalition has broken down – so right before left applies! In addition to the Berlin disaster, a relentless struggle has long since broken out in the automotive market. Habeck, for example, wants to get the environmental subsidy back in 2025 due to a sharp drop in electric vehicle sales, while important market shares of German industry have long since been lost. Germany is making only hesitant progress in the area of energy transition, while nuclear energy is experiencing a renaissance worldwide. Fortunately, innovative concepts are repeatedly emerging from medium-sized companies, driving Germany forward as a business location. With a new, forward-looking industrial policy, Germany could regain its leading position. For dynamic investors, this is an explosive environment with extraordinary opportunities for high returns.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on November 7th, 2024 | 07:45 CET
Trump triumphs! What happens now with gold, e-mobility and green tech? BYD, VW, Thunder Gold, Nel, and Plug Power in focus
The US election is over. Donald Trump is moving back into the White House. Along with a tougher stance on China, conservative voters in the US are hoping for a greater focus on their own country. America needs a complete renewal of its infrastructure and will push ahead with armaments, so commodities of all kinds will come into focus. For Europe, the degree of responsibility for its own affairs will increase significantly, and the development of stable supply chains is imperative. Trump supports Bitcoin, so gold may have to give up some of its recent gains. What are the yield or loss drivers for investors now? After the election, investors should separate the wheat from the chaff to ensure their portfolios are properly positioned.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on October 28th, 2024 | 07:15 CET
The US election fever is boosting stocks! Mercedes, VW, Saturn Oil + Gas, Lufthansa and TUI are all incredibly cheap!
The stock market is booming! While the NASDAQ has established itself with P/E ratios above 30, the German stock market shows historically low valuations. Europe is in crisis, which is depressing valuations. As a result, international funds now have an overwhelming share of US stocks. For example, the well-known MSCI World: 72% of the index comprises US stocks, with the "Magnificent Seven" now accounting for around 20% of the list. For investors who are invested in these stocks, it has been a long celebration – but right before the US election, it also poses a significant concentration risk. It may be time to rethink, take profits from the top stocks, and consider a value-oriented portfolio with single-digit P/E ratios.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on October 15th, 2024 | 07:15 CEST
Volkswagen and Bayer with problems – 123fahrschule, on the other hand, with great growth potential
As the German economy undergoes a profound transformation, traditional industries are facing significant challenges. Giants like Volkswagen and Bayer are experiencing difficult times with shrinking margins and structural changes. Volkswagen, Europe's leading automaker, is struggling with falling profits in its core brand despite high group earnings and is planning rigorous cost-cutting measures that could jeopardize jobs. Similarly, Bayer is being forced to make extensive job cuts and reorganize. However, in the midst of these crises, new opportunities are also emerging: companies like 123fahrschule are using innovative strategies to thrive in the education sector. Today, we take a closer look at these three companies.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on October 7th, 2024 | 07:00 CEST
The DAX is on a high, with potential for 100% gains in turnaround stocks like TUI, Lufthansa, 123fahrschule, BYD, and VW!
Despite geopolitical uncertainties, slow economic growth, and still high inflation, the market outlook is improving. It is important to remember that stock markets look 6 to 9 months ahead. Expectations are growing that inflation will significantly decrease, and interest rates will likely drop. The central banks are increasingly under pressure due to the sluggish economy. After months of a tech rally, the focus is now turning to lagging stocks. In the automotive sector, we are looking at VW and BYD, and the tourism sector is also picking up again. The digitalization expert in the German driving school sector, 123fahrschule SE, also appears highly promising. Each of these stocks has the potential to deliver more than 100% gains over the next 24 months. Here is our analysis.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on October 4th, 2024 | 07:00 CEST
Top stocks performance check: Plug Power, Nel ASA, Altech Advanced Materials, VW, and BYD
A fierce battle has broken out in the automotive market. Habeck is considering reinstating the 2023 environmental subsidies due to a sharp drop in electric vehicle sales, but important market shares have already been lost. In the area of energy transition, Germany is progressing slowly, while nuclear energy is experiencing a global renaissance. Fortunately, innovative concepts are repeatedly emerging from small and medium-sized companies that are helping advance Germany as a business location. While hydrogen continues to play a peripheral role, Altech Advanced Materials has now launched the first prototype of a sodium chloride solid-state battery. For dynamic investors, this presents an explosive environment with extraordinary return opportunities.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 24th, 2024 | 07:00 CEST
Environmental funding is back, now 100% with e-mobility stocks! VW, Mercedes, Prismo Metals, BYD and NIO
E-mobility has become a political issue in Europe because, despite the punitive tariffs imposed, thousands of new vehicles reach the ports of Rotterdam, Antwerp, and Hamburg every week. Prices are up to 30% lower than comparable EU models. Due to the current sales crisis, the German Federal Minister for Economic Affairs visited the crisis-ridden VW Group. There, he assured that he wanted to help and promised new funding for electric vehicles. However, it is not that simple because subsidies require the approval of the EU. This week, Habeck has been invited to the crisis summit of the automotive industry. This could represent the turning point for the struggling automotive industry. Valuations in the sector are at their lowest in years. Where are the opportunities for investors?
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Commented by Armin Schulz on September 16th, 2024 | 07:30 CEST
Commerzbank, Prismo Metals, Volkswagen - Interest rate decision winners and losers
The European Central Bank has cut interest rates for the second time this year, and the US will likely follow suit. This means pressure for banks but a positive outlook for precious metals. However, this could be a huge opportunity for the beleaguered automotive industry: Cheaper financing for consumers makes car loans more attractive and leads to rising sales figures. Lower interest rates could rev up the car manufacturers' engines and get the industry back on track. We will therefore take a closer look at Commerzbank, a precious metals and copper company, and finally, Volkswagen.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 11th, 2024 | 07:15 CEST
Caution: The next commodity rally boosts Globex but brings higher costs for VW, BMW, and BYD!
The price of copper exceeded the USD 9,000 mark again in September, and future prices remain stable above the USD 9,400 mark. This makes it clear to high-tech manufacturers and producers of alternative energies that the desired electrification will cause significantly higher costs than anticipated. Despite the global economic stagnation, commodity prices remain high. This is mainly due to the general increase in operating costs in mining operations. Energy, material, and personnel costs have seen the most significant increases in over 30 years since 2020. Major consumers of industrial metals, in particular, are now having to dig deeper into their pockets. For some, this is feasible, but for mass producers such as Volkswagen or BYD, this means increased pressure on margins. Where are the opportunities for investors?
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