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Commented by André Will-Laudien on March 13th, 2026 | 08:25 CET
Gas shortages and the USD 150 bet on oil! Caution advised for Shell, BP, A.H.T. Syngas, and Plug Power
The daily news offers little reassurance for investors. Burning refineries, damaged oil tankers, and air battles over the planet's most oil-rich region mean extreme tension and volatility for the international capital markets. Despite all the horror, the financial carousel continues to turn. Institutional and private investors worldwide are sitting on USD 250 trillion in assets seeking investment opportunities. This keeps capital flows alive and encourages millions of people to keep an eye on the flashing prices. Energy companies are currently moving to the top of the list of interests, while some previously favored high-tech and AI stocks are currently consolidating. In this environment, it is worth looking not only at multinationals such as Shell or BP, but also at specialty stocks such as A.H.T. Syngas or Plug Power. They address the challenges of the times and must demonstrate how they can deliver operational performance in this environment. We take a closer look at the numbers.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on March 11th, 2026 | 07:10 CET
Scarcity drives prices – Market turbulence continues! Almonty, Shell, and BP are the winners in the current situation
Recent developments in the Middle East have put the commodity markets under considerable strain. Within a short period, the price of oil climbed to more than USD 115 per barrel, reaching a level not seen for several years. This movement is primarily driven by increasing risks to global energy trade following the further escalation of the situation in the Persian Gulf. Particular focus is on the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important energy transport routes. Around 20% of internationally traded crude oil passes through this strait every day, meaning that any disruption immediately affects prices and supply expectations. Yesterday, US President Donald Trump issued a clear warning to Iran not to disrupt international trade routes. Within four hours, the price of oil plummeted by USD 30. Scarcity, yes – volatility, extreme! The same applies to tungsten prices, which have risen by a further 100% since the beginning of the year. We take a closer look.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on March 6th, 2026 | 07:50 CET
Iran war boosts cash flow! Ride the short-term boom with BP, and invest in the future with CHAR Technologies and First Solar
The shock of the Iran war is driving up oil prices and bringing BP huge profits in the short term. Nevertheless, the conflict ruthlessly exposes the Achilles heel of fossil fuel dependency. As geopolitical risks escalate, investors are desperately seeking crisis-proof alternatives. The future belongs to technologies that are unaffected by tensions in the Persian Gulf. Innovative processes have long been transforming wood waste into green energy sources, while solar giants are setting new efficiency records. Three companies show where the journey is headed: BP's short-term surge is only one side of the coin; CHAR Technologies and First Solar are now setting the course for sustainable returns.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on March 5th, 2026 | 07:05 CET
Oil and gas: The new gold? Things are heating up at Shell, BP, Pure One, and Oklo
After a long dry spell for oil, it took a war to bring the necessity of fossil fuels back into focus. But let's not get carried away. The world markets are flooded with oil, and the US and Canada have built up so much capacity over the last 20 years that Iran's 4 million barrels of production can easily be offset. "There's plenty of oil" was the response to the repeated peak oil statements following the work of geologist Marion King Hubbert in 1949. Reserves were supposed to be depleted by 2000, but things turned out differently. Today, researchers estimate reserves to last well over 200 years, making it worthwhile for investors to look at oil stocks. There are many alternatives, including those from Pure Hydrogen and Oklo. The Iran crisis presents another opportunity to restructure portfolios.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on November 13th, 2025 | 07:10 CET
From black gold and precious metals to data gold: Why BP, Formation Metals, and Oracle are now indispensable
The hunt for the assets of the future has begun. While black gold is caught in a vortex of oversupply and geopolitical tensions, the precious metal gold is reaching unimaginable heights. But the real game-changer is an invisible resource that has become the new gold of the 21st century: data. This triad of volatility, stability, and disruption presents immense opportunities for investors. We take a closer look at BP, Formation Metals, and Oracle, one representative from each area.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on August 6th, 2025 | 07:15 CEST
Strategy, Sranan Gold, BP: How to profit from Bitcoin, gold, and oil in 2025
The financial markets are in turmoil. Bitcoin is skyrocketing again after a technical upheaval and institutional ETF entries. At the same time, gold is hitting record highs, fueled by central bank purchases and geopolitical fears. In contrast, oil is surprisingly stable despite tensions in the Middle East, caught between economic concerns and supply risks. Where are the opportunities now? A look at three companies - Strategy, Sranan Gold, and BP - in this tense environment should provide some answers.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on February 13th, 2025 | 07:00 CET
Plug Power, First Hydrogen, BP – Here are the opportunities of the new US energy policy
The global energy transition is at a crossroads. Electric vehicles will likely prevail in the long term, but not everywhere and not through mandates. The US aims to provide affordable energy and wants to promote oil and gas production while focusing on nuclear power in the form of small modular reactors. With these mini-nuclear power plants, hydrogen could be produced cheaply, taking the technology a decisive step forward. This could solve some of the issues electric vehicles face, which would be a boon for the transportation industry, which is subject to green regulations. We are, therefore, looking at the largest US hydrogen player today and taking a closer look at First Hydrogen, which specializes in hydrogen-powered light commercial vehicles. Finally, we will analyze BP, a major oil producer.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on January 16th, 2025 | 07:10 CET
BASF, Globex Mining, BP – Industrial giants in transition: Billion-dollar lawsuits, the lithium boom, and the turbulence of the energy transition
The global raw materials and energy industry is undergoing a profound transformation: established oil companies like BP are struggling with profit warnings and feeling the pain of the transformation that the energy transition and changing demand are forcing upon them. The goal is to include more renewable energy sources in the portfolio. The existing shareholders are not particularly enthusiastic about this. Meanwhile, the increasing demand for electric mobility is opening up new opportunities in the raw materials sector – the Canadian company Globex Mining is scoring points here with a clever business model and promising lithium discoveries. Investors benefit from the mining company's numerous properties and extensive raw materials portfolio. In contrast, BASF has filed a lawsuit against competitors in the amount of EUR 1.4 billion at the Munich District Court. Four companies are said to have made unfair price agreements; BASF wants fair competition. Read more about the strategies of the three global players.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on October 23rd, 2024 | 07:15 CEST
BP, Saturn Oil + Gas, Shell - Benefiting from the escalating crisis in the Middle East
The recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have sparked significant global economic concern. A large-scale missile attack by Iran on Israel triggered speculation about possible retaliation, sending oil prices soaring. However, Israel's announcement that it would spare Iran's oil sector calmed the markets. Meanwhile, China's economic stimulus raised hopes for increased oil demand, though disappointing summer vacation figures fueled economic concerns. In the background, OPEC+ is discussing production adjustments to respond to possible Iranian shortfalls. This is reason enough to take a closer look at three oil producers.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on October 9th, 2024 | 07:10 CEST
BP, dynaCERT, and Amazon – Substantial profits through new markets
Under the leadership of its new CEO, the oil and gas giant BP is scaling back its ambitious climate targets. Even if the policy of some countries would prefer to focus on zero emissions, transitional technologies are needed between fossil fuels and renewable energies. It is precisely at this interface that the technology company dynaCERT is developing applicable solutions for CO₂ reduction for diesel engines. The Company has now received certification from the renowned organization Verra according to the latest and globally valid CO₂ standards. The Verra Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) program is the world leader in the certification of carbon credits. This certification opens up an additional market for dynaCERT and its investors, from which shareholders also benefit. Amazon, in turn, is using AI to improve both efficiency in its warehouses and the sustainability of its logistics. We take a look at the growth opportunities in detail.
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