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Commented by André Will-Laudien on May 11th, 2026 | 07:10 CEST

Critical metals will shape the future: BYD, NIO, Strategic Resources, and VW in the e-mobility race

  • Mining
  • VTM
  • iron
  • Electromobility
  • Batteries
  • CriticalMetals
  • geopolitics

While Europe is pumping billions into new charging infrastructure and power grids, a brutal, cutthroat competition is beginning to unfold in the global auto market. Volkswagen is fighting to maintain its industrial dominance, while BYD is pushing ever harder into Europe with aggressive pricing and massive vertical integration, and NIO is targeting the premium segment. At the same time, with every additional electric vehicle, the demand for strategic metals is exploding, and their supply chains are coming under increasing geopolitical pressure. This is precisely where Strategic Resources could suddenly come into focus, as Western industries are desperately seeking secure sources of raw materials outside China. The Middle East conflict and oil prices nearing the USD 100 mark are acting as a catalyst for alternative powertrains while simultaneously heightening nervousness in the commodities markets. For investors, this marks the beginning of a phase in which automakers are no longer likely to be the sole winners of the mobility transition, but rather, above all, those companies that have access to the critical metals of the next industrial revolution.

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Commented by Armin Schulz on March 26th, 2026 | 07:05 CET

thyssenkrupp with green steel, Group Eleven in the commodities boom, NIO setting standards in e-mobility – 3 strategies for investors

  • Mining
  • Commodities
  • zinc
  • Steel
  • Electrification

Global trade routes have become the new Achilles heel of industry. Geopolitical tensions, shipping bottlenecks, and intensified competition for critical raw materials are forcing companies to fundamentally realign their strategies. As established supply chains become increasingly fragile, the issue of strategic supply security will determine the winners and losers. A look at the situations at thyssenkrupp, Group Eleven Resources, and NIO shows how three companies from different sectors, ranging from the green transition to critical raw materials exploration and smart e-mobility, are navigating this tectonic shift.

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Commented by André Will-Laudien on March 4th, 2026 | 06:55 CET

New EU standards aim to secure the future of e-mobility! BYD, Nio, Group Eleven Resources, and VW

  • Mining
  • zinc
  • Copper
  • Silver
  • CriticalMetals
  • Electromobility

With the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR), the European Union has been creating binding minimum standards for publicly accessible charging points since the beginning of 2026. In addition, new subsidies have been introduced in many EU countries to promote e-mobility, even though the coffers are empty due to high defense spending. Meanwhile, the overall European vehicle market came under noticeable pressure in January. According to the latest data from the industry association ACEA, new vehicle registrations fell by just under 4% compared to the previous year, marking the first decline in months and reflecting the difficult overall market. However, a clear trend is emerging within this development: electrification is continuing to advance and shifting market shares in favor of battery electric vehicles. At the same time, the next Middle East conflict is unfolding, with oil prices rising sharply above USD 82 per barrel of Brent. This is providing a strong tailwind for alternative drive systems that can withstand global hysteria. Risk-conscious investors should now revise their portfolio structures.

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Commented by Armin Schulz on December 15th, 2025 | 07:10 CET

The secret profit chain: From zinc ore to steel to premium electric vehicles with Pasinex Resources, thyssenkrupp, and NIO

  • Mining
  • zinc
  • Electromobility
  • Technology
  • Steel
  • Batteries

Metals such as zinc are the invisible foundation of progress. As an indispensable corrosion protection for steel in car bodies and a beacon of hope for new battery generations, this metal connects traditional industry with the technological future. This strategic convergence opens up opportunities along the entire value chain – from raw material extraction to steel refining to the final electric product. Three companies embody this transformative development: Pasinex Resources, thyssenkrupp, and NIO.

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Commented by André Will-Laudien on November 28th, 2025 | 06:55 CET

New tax incentives for e-mobility in 2026 – The spark for BYD, Nio, Graphano Energy, and VW

  • Mining
  • graphite
  • Electromobility
  • Batteries
  • BatteryMetals

The German government is planning to reintroduce an electric vehicle subsidy for private individuals. Currently, there are only purchase incentives for companies and tax advantages for purely electric company cars. In its coalition agreement, Berlin has now promised various purchase incentives for electric vehicles. This includes the reintroduction of an e-mobility bonus for private individuals. The government confirmed this plan at the German auto summit in early October. The plan is to support low- and middle-income households in making the transition to the new era of mobility. In addition to funds from the European Climate Social Fund, a further three billion euros will be available for this purpose until the end of 2029. The details of the subsidy have not yet been announced. Meanwhile, business with electric vehicles is still sluggish. Clearly, people are waiting for the new tax breaks. Which stocks are in focus?

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Commented by André Will-Laudien on October 17th, 2025 | 07:10 CEST

E-mobility and hydrogen take off – BYD, Nio, Graphano Energy, and Plug Power in focus!

  • Mining
  • graphite
  • Electromobility
  • Hydrogen
  • Fuelcells
  • renewableenergies

The German government is resolutely driving forward the transition to e-mobility by 2035 - a clear signal at a time when climate targets and energy dependence are the subject of intense debate. The market for electric vehicles is benefiting from innovations in battery technologies and a growing charging infrastructure. Advances in solid-state batteries, silicon anodes, and new cathode materials are significantly increasing range, performance, and safety. Faster charging times and longer service life are making the switch increasingly attractive for consumers. At the same time, recycling processes and the circular economy are gaining in importance to conserve resources and promote sustainability. With government support and growing competition, enormous opportunities are emerging for manufacturers and investors. But while electromobility is booming, hydrogen is also increasingly becoming the focus of the energy transition as a complementary technology. Investors are free to decide where to invest for the best returns.

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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

  • Electromobility
  • BatteryMetals
  • Lithium

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 Stefan Feulner on August 25th, 2025 | 07:20 CEST

BYD, Antimony Resources, NIO – Strategically significant steps

  • mining
  • antimony
  • Electromobility

The new trading week began with losses, with the DAX, Dow Jones, and, above all, the Nasdaq technology exchange stumbling. However, shortly before the end of the week, the US Federal Reserve, with its controversial chairman Jerome Powell, came out with renewed speculation about interest rate cuts. This triggered a rally that pushed the indices back towards their previous highs. However, caution is still warranted, as many valuations are more than ambitious.

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Commented by André Will-Laudien on April 24th, 2025 | 07:10 CEST

Trump backs down! Investors rejoice with BYD, Power Metallic, Nio, and Deutz

  • Mining
  • Copper
  • Gold
  • Silver
  • Electromobility
  • manufacturing

The markets are in turmoil. "Fast market," shouts a trader as prices fluctuate by the second. With news coming in at such a rapid pace, investors' nerves are on edge. But for level-headed investors, there are now bargains to be had that were missing just months ago. However, the selection is not easy because international customs policy also plays a role alongside company balance sheets. If punitive tariffs of over 100% are not withdrawn, the automotive sector could even face a total market collapse. Consumers at the end of the chain will not want to and cannot pay the artificially inflated prices. The economy would inevitably collapse. We are looking at stable business models with medium-term opportunities.

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Commented by André Will-Laudien on December 20th, 2024 | 07:50 CET

Christmas is fast approaching: Tesla is breaking all records – 100% with BYD, NIO, 123fahrschule or VW?

  • Technology
  • Digitization
  • Electromobility
  • renewableenergies

What an investment year 2024 has been! Just three days ago, the NASDAQ 100 index was up over 30%. Now, in the middle of the week, there was a strong 'one-day reversal' – the first significant weakness in months. Those who boldly invested in high-tech stocks enjoyed even larger gains, such as Nvidia soaring by 180% or Palantir Technologies surging 340%. In some sectors, however, performance was dismal. European automotive stocks, for instance, dropped an average of nearly 20%, grappling with fundamental adjustment pressures and a dramatic decline in margins. Tesla and BYD, on the other hand, demonstrated how effective stock marketing works in the automotive sector, posting gains of 82% and 39%, respectively, this year. The big question now is: what is next for 2025?

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