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Commented by Armin Schulz on October 2nd, 2023 | 08:25 CEST
First Phosphate, Volkswagen, Varta - Battle for battery raw materials picks up speed
The global demand for electric vehicles is steadily increasing, driving the need for battery raw materials. However, the battle for these coveted raw materials has political consequences, particularly concerning the strained relations between the US and China. The US has recognized that it is heavily dependent on China for access to key battery raw materials, which has led to tensions between the two countries. The US is working to reduce these dependencies. This is reason enough to examine three companies that rely on battery raw materials.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 28th, 2023 | 09:05 CEST
Germany - Car Country? The exodus begins: Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, First Phosphate
Cars still play a significant role in Germany. Many households have two vehicles, some even more. However, sales of new cars have weakened recently - the question of whether to buy a combustion engine or an electric vehicle, along with inflation, have deterred many buyers. German brand manufacturers are now being attracted to the US. There, they are enticed by subsidies and an intact market. Find out what the latest plans of Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, and others entail and which relatively unknown company could benefit.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 20th, 2023 | 08:10 CEST
Investing in Value Chains - The End for an Institution: AMS Osram, Volkswagen, Almonty
For years, the Transparent Factory in Dresden was a symbol of confidence at the end of the 1990s: Volkswagen wanted to catch up with the premium class in the modern car factory and had the Phaeton luxury sedan rolling off the production line there until 2016. After several years, during which the ID.3 electric car was manufactured there, the site is on the brink of closure - at least as a production facility. The property in the Elbe metropolis is too chic for VW not to find another use for it. The automotive industry is also undergoing change elsewhere. We outline three current cases and highlight possible investment opportunities.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 19th, 2023 | 08:05 CEST
Hydrogen on sale! Here is the alternative: BYD, Altech Advanced Materials, BASF, Volkswagen
While the IAA Mobility ended with satisfied faces, it did not bring good vibes to local automotive stocks. More than 500,000 visitors attended to be convinced of innovations for a climate-friendly future. Half of the 750 exhibitors came from abroad, and 109 nations were represented. However, those who went with the expectation of finding major breakthroughs were disappointed. The familiar lithium-ion battery still dominates with over 95% usage. Industrially viable alternatives, however, are already in the development stage. Those who think ahead are opting for modern battery concepts.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on September 18th, 2023 | 08:00 CEST
Automotive stocks surging - Nikola, First Hydrogen, Volkswagen AG
While BMW faced a setback due to a downgrade by the British investment bank Barclays from EUR 107.50 to EUR 92.50 and the new rating "Underweight", other automotive stocks celebrated significant price gains. Especially in the field of alternative propulsion, there are companies with substantial growth potential that, despite the prevailing market correction, continue to hold promise for sustainable growth.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 13th, 2023 | 08:45 CEST
IAA Mobility - There is more to come! Pressure on Volkswagen, BYD and Power Nickel increases
The IAA Mobility closed its doors over the weekend. It was supposed to exude glitz and glamour, but the spark in the field of e-mobility doesn't seem to be flying, and sales figures are declining in Germany. There were only a few real innovations in Munich, but at least progress is being made with e-bikes. More than half of the 750 exhibitors came from abroad, a fact that the German automotive industry is feeling more and more. The Chinese manufacturer BYD presented five models, which will soon be launched in Germany. They are in direct competition with Volkswagen's ID range. Where do the opportunities lie for investors?
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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 Juliane Zielonka on August 31st, 2023 | 09:05 CEST
Strategic turning points in Chemicals, Automotive and Energy: Investment opportunities with Defense Metals, Volkswagen and BASF
Rare earths are becoming increasingly important due to digitalization, especially for the electronics industry. Defense Metals, a company from Canada, is focusing on the extraction of rare earths at the Wicheeda project. Geotechnical investigations are progressing rapidly in order to develop the valuable raw material. Volkswagen reports an impressive 17.9% increase in car sales in July. Nevertheless, the Company is lowering its annual sales forecast due to growing competition in China. Germany's energy transition is affecting major corporations like BASF. The US company Cheniere Energy will supply BASF with liquefied gas in the future. To adapt to the new market conditions, BASF has successfully completed the spin-off of its mobile exhaust catalyst and precious metal services businesses. The new site surprises.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on August 29th, 2023 | 06:40 CEST
Volkswagen, Altech Advanced Materials, Varta - The future is electric - who will benefit?
The future of mobility is rapidly moving towards electrification, with more and more vehicles on the road being powered by electric motors. The trend towards electrification is expected to intensify in the coming years, bringing numerous benefits such as improved energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact. Talk of an "electric future" is gaining momentum in this context. The combination of technological progress and growing environmental awareness makes it clear that the "electric future" is not just a vision, but rather an unstoppable development that will fundamentally change our understanding of mobility and sustainability. Which companies will profit from this transformation?
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on August 27th, 2023 | 09:00 CEST
Altech Advanced Materials, Volkswagen, FREYR Battery - Investment opportunity in the future energy storage market
The booming energy storage market will bring investments of USD 620 billion over the next 22 years, according to BloombergNEF. In this context, the focus shifts to Heidelberg-based Altech Advanced Materials AG, which specializes in emission-free energy storage solutions. Their innovative approach to generating energy from an abundant raw material in Europe - salt - is worth highlighting. Volkswagen is also striving for seamless supply in the electrification market and is re-sorting its semiconductor supply chains with the help of German taxpayer money. At Norway's FREYR Battery, quarterly results are in, surprising analysts.
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