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Commented by André Will-Laudien on November 25th, 2025 | 07:50 CET
AI mania, critical metals, and gold! Keep an eye on blockbuster stocks such as BASF, RZOLV Technologies, and Barrick Mining
The breathtaking advances in high-tech and artificial intelligence require a strong focus on raw materials companies in order to provide the necessary strategic metals in a timely manner. Securing supply chains is all the more important for Western industries because the availability of raw materials is subject to geopolitical skirmishes between some countries that still control the decisive masses in critical areas. This is particularly true for China and Russia. If nothing arrives in the West, production lines come to a standstill or company managers have to accept expensive detours. For equity investors, it is always worthwhile to take a clear look at the key levers. However, the focus is also on the manufacturing processes.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on November 19th, 2025 | 07:00 CET
The secret formula for stable returns: BASF, WashTec, and Volkswagen
In uncertain times, investors long for stability. Dividends not only generate returns but, above all, offer stability. The focus is shifting from speculative hype to companies with sustainable dividend policies. These quality characteristics can be found not only in large index heavyweights but also in specific niches. Three established names that should be examined more closely in this regard are BASF, WashTec, and Volkswagen.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on November 14th, 2025 | 07:05 CET
Critical stocks on sale? Standard Lithium, European Lithium, D-Wave, BASF!
Are critical raw materials suddenly in abundance? Looking at the price performance of many stocks in the sector, this thought may come to mind. Many stocks have lost 50% or more since mid-October. The truth is that they had often more than doubled in value in the weeks prior to that. China's export ban led to excesses that now need to be corrected. Nevertheless, the fundamental driver of the sector remains intact: the West must not be vulnerable to blackmail when it comes to critical raw materials. This means that stocks such as European Lithium and Standard Lithium remain attractive to investors. And what is BASF doing? The Company exemplifies the problems facing the German chemical industry. Can D-Wave Quantum help?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on October 9th, 2025 | 07:25 CEST
E-mobility tax-free through 2035! Keep an eye on BYD, NEO Battery Materials, NIO and BASF
In the third quarter of 2025, the global market for electric mobility continued to develop dynamically: over 4.2 million new electric vehicles were registered, an increase of around 28% compared to the previous year. While China confidently maintained its leading position as the largest single market, Europe also grew strongly with double-digit growth rates. Driven by manufacturers such as BYD, Tesla, and Volkswagen, NIO is also slowly entering the scene. At the same time, more and more capital is flowing into innovative battery technologies to meet rising demand in the long term. NEO Battery Materials is emerging as a specialist in the innovative battery solutions business. This rapid development illustrates how closely technology, raw material markets, and the electric mobility boom are intertwined. We present some ideas for investors.
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Commented by Nico Popp on October 7th, 2025 | 07:30 CEST
Hydrogen – hope or hype? BMW, BASF and dynaCERT
Hydrogen was long hailed as the next big thing for the stock market. But now, disillusionment is setting in. The latest example: energy company RWE has withdrawn from a USD 10 billion green hydrogen project in Namibia. RWE cited sluggish demand in Europe as the reason for its decision. This development illustrates that while the hydrogen era is on the horizon, practical hurdles remain. For investors, the focus is shifting to transitional technologies that are already helping to reduce emissions. In this article, we examine three very different companies, BMW, BASF and dynaCERT, and explore how they are positioned between vision and reality.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on October 1st, 2025 | 07:05 CEST
Almonty Industries, Gerresheimer, BASF – It is not too late yet!
The race for critical high-tech goods and raw materials is already underway. The COVID-19 pandemic painfully highlighted the downsides of a globally interconnected economy. China's export ban on critical raw materials is currently having a double impact, as the country dominates the market. This effect is expected to continue to intensify in the future as demand continues to rise dynamically while supply increases only slowly. This provides a strong tailwind for raw material producers, but poses significant challenges for companies in other sectors.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 26th, 2025 | 07:20 CEST
One-stop shop – Battery metals from a single source: Umicore, BASF, Power Metallic Mines
Anyone who is often in a rush knows the challenge after work: just a quick trip to the store. In such cases, we usually head to our trusted supermarket, where we can find all the products we need in one place. The same principle applies in mining. Complex products, such as modern high-performance batteries for electric vehicles, require a wide range of metals. Polymetallic deposits are therefore in particularly high demand – they are like the familiar neighborhood supermarket for industrial customers. We explain why Power Metallic Mines has the potential to become a one-stop shop for potential major customers such as Umicore and BASF.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 22nd, 2025 | 07:30 CEST
E-mobility poised for the next boost! Focus now on Mercedes-Benz, Geely, BASF, and Graphano Energy!
The market for electric vehicles is heavily influenced by current battery technology. Advances in high-performance materials and solid-state batteries are significantly improving range, performance, and safety. Faster charging times and longer battery life are leading to greater consumer acceptance. The development of silicon anodes and new cathode materials is enabling more efficient and cost-effective batteries. Sustainable recycling methods are also important, as they strengthen the circular economy and reduce environmental impact. With the expansion of charging infrastructure, range anxiety is decreasing, and EV usage is becoming more convenient. This highly innovative environment opens up opportunities for both manufacturers and investors alike. Those who understand the key players in the space can achieve substantial returns.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 17th, 2025 | 07:15 CEST
Gold explodes to USD 3,700 – What is next? Time to bet on Barrick Mining, Newmont, Dryden Gold and BASF
The gold price is currently being driven primarily by expectations of falling US interest rates, a weaker US dollar, high geopolitical uncertainty, and strong purchases by central banks. The latter added around 1,045 tons of gold to their reserves in 2024, one of the highest levels in recent years. Major US investment banks have consistently raised their price targets: Goldman Sachs expects around USD 3,700 per ounce by the end of 2025, JPMorgan sees an average of about USD 3,675 in Q4, and UBS even forecasts up to USD 3,800. In very optimistic scenarios, prices of over USD 4,000 are already being discussed in industry. How are gold giants Barrick and Newmont performing in this environment? In the short term, they have been significantly outperformed by Dryden Gold, which has recently doubled in value. Investors should now drastically increase their exposure to precious metals, as they have been overinvested in AI, high tech, and defense for months. Here are a few ideas.
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Commented by Nico Popp on August 7th, 2025 | 07:25 CEST
Hydrogen turnaround? Bad news from Africa: First Hydrogen, thyssenkrupp nucera, BASF
According to a report in Der Spiegel, producing green hydrogen in Africa for export to Europe could be more expensive than previously thought. This is indicated by research conducted by scientists from the Technical University of Munich, Oxford, and ETH Zurich. According to the study, only 2% of around 10,000 sites examined across 31 African countries could produce at competitive costs by 2030. The reason lies in financing. Depending on the country in Africa, financing costs range between 8% and 27%, which is too high to remain competitive. Instead of the planned price guarantees of EUR 3 per kg of hydrogen, the EU would have to guarantee EUR 5 to ensure a reliable flow of hydrogen from Africa to Europe. What does this mean now for the European hydrogen economy?
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