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Commented by Nico Popp on April 1st, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
Antimony as a Bottleneck: Challenges for Northrop Grumman and First Solar – Top Opportunity for Antimony Resources
Created and published on behalf of Antimony Resources Corp.
In the spring of 2026, global supply chains for the semi-metal antimony will be under severe pressure. Escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly the war in the Middle East and the de facto blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, have left a deep mark. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), this is one of the most severe disruptions in recent history. The situation is exacerbated by China's export controls, as China historically controls around 48% of global antimony production. While civilian use of this critical element is partially possible again for US entities, military exports remain strictly prohibited. In this context, the focus is shifting to the development of new Western deposits. The goal: to reliably supply defense contractors like Northrop Grumman and solar companies like First Solar. The exploration company Antimony Resources plays a key role in this effort, offering a readily available solution with its Bald Hill project in Canada.
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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 Armin Schulz on January 29th, 2026 | 07:35 CET
The winners of decarbonization: How Siemens Energy, CHAR Technologies, and First Solar are turning the trend into returns
The energy transition is accelerating rapidly and becoming a dominant economic driver. While record investments are flowing into renewable capacities, innovative decarbonization strategies are generating not only ecological but also massive economic value. In this dynamic environment, three innovative companies are positioning themselves as key architects of the new energy landscape: Siemens Energy, CHAR Technologies, and First Solar.
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