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Commented by Stefan Feulner on March 24th, 2025 | 07:00 CET
Nel ASA, Almonty Industries, Tencent – Merz and Trump as trend accelerators
The past stock market week was quite a rollercoaster. In addition to the approval of the billion-euro package by the Bundesrat and Bundestag, which helped the DAX to reach new highs at times, the activities of the old and new US President Donald Trump also caused high volatility on the global stock markets. In particular, defense stocks such as Rheinmetall, Steyr, and Deutz, as well as companies that produce the raw materials needed for rearmament, benefited and could continue their rally.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on March 21st, 2025 | 07:00 CET
BYD, Volkswagen, First Phosphate: Who will shape the future of batteries?
China's electric giant BYD is outpacing Volkswagen. With 322,846 vehicles sold in February 2025, the Chinese automaker is putting the competition under pressure. In addition, Volkswagen continues to lose ground in China, facing a meager profit margin of just 5.9%. The race for e-mobility supremacy is bringing more players into the game: First Phosphate, a Canadian explorer, reports progress in the extraction of high-purity phosphate for lithium iron phosphate batteries. BYD is successfully using these raw materials in its innovative Blade Battery. Volkswagen also aims to score points with electric vehicles and strike back with the ID. EVERY1 model for around EUR 20,000 from 2027. However, access to raw materials remains the ultimate challenge. First Phosphate could become the bottleneck: With the coveted raw material phosphate, the Company could generate USD 700 million in cash flow in three years according to the PEA and thus become a key partner in the battery supply chain. Will this make a Canadian raw materials supplier the secret winner? Investors should follow developments closely.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on March 21st, 2025 | 06:45 CET
Sustainability as an opportunity for returns: How Nordex, Globex Mining, and SFC Energy are shaping the energy transition
The energy transition is no longer just an ecological promise – it has become a return factor for savvy investors. Three companies are at the forefront of this development. The Nordex Group is driving the expansion of wind energy: With a new 94 MW order for Canada and wind turbines that can survive freezing winters thanks to an anti-icing system, the Hamburg-based company is demonstrating its position as a global player with over 57 GW of installed capacity. Globex Mining Enterprises of Québec acts as a kind of mineral bank for the energy future: Over 200 properties provide raw materials for batteries and technologies. With a recent buyback of gold royalties, CEO Jack Stoch is increasing the value of his company, much to the delight of shareholders. SFC Energy of Bavaria relies on innovation with fuel cells: The EFOY technology – "Energy for You" – supplies remote regions such as northern Canada with quiet, clean energy. A CAD 5 million order further underscores the success of the growing company. Sustainability and profit merge into a concept that inspires investors. Eco-friendly investing and generating returns – are these three stocks the key to the energy future?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on March 21st, 2025 | 06:30 CET
250% Stock Rockets: Attention, it is taking off now with Nel ASA, naoo AG, Steyr, Mutares, and Hensoldt
The German economic stimulus package has been launched. The only thing missing is the approval of the Bundesrat, which is expected today. Public opinion is divided because the total of up to EUR 1 trillion in "special funds" is the largest debt incurred by the now 75-year-old federal government. The doubters see it as an enormous burden for future generations, while supporters emphasize that Germany has hardly invested in its future for many years and that the renewal backlog is now finally being addressed. This measure will increase the debt-to-GDP ratio by around 25%, while at the same time, the targeted measures in armaments, infrastructure, and climate protection will improve growth by around 0.2 to 0.3% annually with an increased state quota. The stock market celebrates, while the working population has to contribute around EUR 500 in interest annually as an additional tax burden. The election winners had promised significant tax relief. Where do the opportunities for investors lie?
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Commented by Armin Schulz on March 20th, 2025 | 07:45 CET
Commerzbank, Desert Gold, Strategy – A EUR 900 billion debt avalanche – Which stock best protects against inflation?
Germany is at a crossroads: With a planned debt surge of EUR 900 billion for infrastructure and defense, inflation, rising interest rates, and a possible loss of the top credit rating are looming. In this uncertain environment, investors seek protection – but where are the opportunities? Commerzbank offers traditional banking with interest, while Desert Gold is profiting from the precious metals boom. And then there is Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), which aims to protect investors' money from devaluation with Bitcoin as "digital gold" while also profiting from increases in the cryptocurrency price. Three companies, three strategies: Which protects the portfolio better from the debt avalanche, and which stock has potential? An analysis between security, precious metals, and crypto risk.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on March 20th, 2025 | 07:10 CET
Steyr Motors, dynaCERT, and NEL – Growth drivers in defense and greentech
Investors love companies that impress with fresh ideas and strong growth. In the greentech and defense sectors, three players are in focus: Steyr Motors AG is convincing in its 2024 annual report with a 9.2% increase in revenue. The defense sector is booming, and the Austrian company's expansion into Asia is making it a global player. A revenue jump of at least 40% is even expected for 2025. The Canadian greentech company dynaCERT is making waves with its HydraGEN™ technology. It is particularly attracting attention in Canada's oil and gas industry because it upgrades heavy-duty diesel engines with hydrogen technology, making it the ideal bridging technology. A new major order for over 140 units proves how dynaCERT combines innovation, efficiency, and ESG goals. Nel is cooperating with SAMSUNG E&A in the hydrogen sector: SAMSUNG is integrating Nel's electrolysers into its hydrogen plants and acquiring 10% of the shares. Three companies, three paths – what opportunities could arise for your portfolio?
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on March 20th, 2025 | 07:00 CET
TAKEOVER WAVE in ARMAMENTS and LITHIUM? Hensoldt, Standard Lithium, and BMW partner European Lithium
Is a takeover wave coming after the stock surge in the defense sector? Hensoldt's CEO has spoken out in favor of a consolidation of the industry in Europe. He plans to actively shape this process while also hiring thousands of new employees. At the same time, analysts advise selling Hensoldt shares. The share of European Lithium, on the other hand, is recommended for purchase. The Company is supporting BMW in its "Neue Klasse" and thus in the fight against competitors such as BYD. Trading has been suspended for days due to pending drilling results. There is also something going on at Standard Lithium in the US. Is the white gold on the verge of a comeback?
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Commented by Mario Hose on March 19th, 2025 | 14:15 CET
Tungsten in the crosshairs – Almonty Industries on the verge of a revaluation like Steyr Motors?
An explosive mix: Raw materials war, defense, and a strategic mine. The geopolitical tensions between China and the USA are intensifying – and an inconspicuous metal is coming into focus: tungsten. Without this critical raw material, there would be no tanks, high-performance ammunition, or high-tech products. But the problem? 90% of the world market is dominated by China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. The West is dependent – and that is precisely what makes Almonty Industries Inc. (WKN: A1JSSD | ISIN: CA0203981034 | Ticker symbol: ALI) an explosive investment opportunity.
The Company is on the verge of bringing the Sangdong mine in South Korea, the largest tungsten mine outside China and Russia, into production. This is perfectly timed, as China has sanctioned the export of tungsten. The market is under pressure, the US and Europe are rearming – and Almonty could become the key player. Now comes another explosive piece of news: Almonty is working with the powerful US lobbying agency American Defense International, Inc., whose clients include SpaceX, SAP, and the defense contractor Kongsberg. This is a clear signal that Almonty Industries is strategically coming into Washington's focus.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on March 19th, 2025 | 07:10 CET
Gold price above USD 3,000! Stocks on the verge of a breakout! Barrick Gold, TUI, Benton Resources!
Gold investors are cashing in! The gold price seems to be holding above the magic mark of USD 3,000. Now is the hour of gold producers and explorers! Even the Barrick Gold share is on the verge of a breakout. Management has made bullish statements about the future in the context of the annual figures. With its copper-gold project, Benton Resources is a "small" Barrick. The ongoing drilling program ensures continuous news flow. With its location in legally secure Canada, Benton is becoming more and more of a takeover candidate with each increase in resources, perhaps by Barrick? TUI shares could also be on the verge of a breakout. Due to the market sell-off, an important message seems to have been completely lost in the past few weeks. Buy now?
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Commented by Armin Schulz on March 19th, 2025 | 07:00 CET
SAP, MiMedia, Alibaba – Why Cloud Services are the Gold mines of the Future
Microsoft once again set a milestone in the second quarter of 2025 with a turnover of USD 69.6 billion. Driven by cloud services, which increased by 21%, and artificial intelligence (AI), which grew by 175%, the tech giant exceeded analysts' expectations. Azure and cloud services alone grew by 31%, while the AI business generated USD 13 billion. But the race has only just begun: Microsoft plans to spend USD 80 billion on AI data centers, which is just a fraction of the global investments that are expected to catapult the cloud market to USD 2.4 trillion by 2030. Who is footing the bill for the hunger for AI? And who stands to benefit most? The answers lie in the cloud.
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