Batteries
Commented by Juliane Zielonka on February 15th, 2024 | 07:00 CET
Manuka Resources, Delivery Hero, Siemens Energy: Project innovations for significant growth
Vanadium is a critical raw material that is considered an important addition to conventional lithium-ion batteries due to its high energy density. It is used in electric vehicles as well as in vanadium redox flow batteries for long-term storage of renewable energy. Manuka Resources is on the verge of developing a vanadium area off the coast of New Zealand and is securing fresh capital for this purpose. Delivery Hero is also talking about opening up new regions. Expanding international business for the Berlin-based platform operator is one of the priorities for 2024. Siemens Energy is also focusing on expansion. The Germans are heading far west, to 'the land of the free and the home of the brave'...
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on February 5th, 2024 | 07:30 CET
Nikola, First Hydrogen, Nel ASA - Upheavals create enormous potential
After the hype in the hydrogen sector at the beginning of the decade, in which companies such as Plug Power, Nel ASA and others rose to crazy valuation levels, a phase of calming and normalization followed. In retrospect, it was no surprise that these stocks lost over 90% of their value. Nevertheless, the hydrogen fuel cell sector is on the move. New players are entering the market whose innovations could knock the top dogs off their thrones. However, there is no doubt that this sector has a bright future due to climate change.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on February 2nd, 2024 | 07:15 CET
BYD, Edison Lithium, Siemens Energy - Which energy transition stocks are worth considering now
The global energy transition is being shaped by key players in electromobility and renewable energies. The Chinese car manufacturer BYD continues its expansion in Europe with a new production facility for passenger cars in Hungary. BYD also focuses on sodium-ion batteries as an alternative to lithium-ion batteries for budget and mid-range models. The junior explorer, Edison Lithium, plays a decisive role here in the procurement of raw materials for battery production. Edison Lithium can meet the demand for raw materials for sodium-ion batteries with flying colours and is using this strategic move to its advantage. Edison Lithium's sites are all located in Argentina, which is back on the geopolitical trading floor thanks to its new president, Javier Milei. Siemens Energy, on the other hand, posted solid quarterly results despite ongoing challenges at offshore wind turbine problem child Siemens Gamesa. The Company is increasingly breaking away from its former parent company, Siemens, and will appoint two high-calibre individuals to the Supervisory Board to drive the transformation further.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on January 16th, 2024 | 07:15 CET
E-mobility boom 2024, when will the German vehicle market take off? BYD, Edison Lithium, VW, BMW
The last word in e-mobility has not yet been spoken. While BYD is leading the sales list worldwide, Tesla is struggling with important supplier parts and has had to halt production temporarily. German manufacturers have used the last two years to catch up on technical backlogs and are preparing to score points in the "electric world", too. Last year, buyers were offered a state environmental bonus on top, but this was cancelled before Christmas. Now, the market has to prove that it can survive with fewer subsidies. Where are the opportunities for investors?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on January 8th, 2024 | 07:00 CET
Start of the year with GreenTech hype! Will BYD, Klimat X Developments, Plug Power and Freyr Battery deliver now?
The year 2024 will be the next test for GreenTech shares. In the past investment year, despite bullish markets, they were the biggest losers in the portfolio. Plug Power and Freyr Battery incurred the most significant negative returns, ranging from 70 to 80%, but BYD and Klimat X also saw a slight decline. However, with the resolutions passed in Dubai and new government climate protection programs, things could pick up again in the new year. But who can win the coveted government contracts? We analyze the opportunities and risks.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on January 5th, 2024 | 08:45 CET
Altech Advanced Materials, BYD, and Rheinmetall - Growth drivers: innovation, market power and strong cash flow
Made in Germany stands for durability. Battery storage pioneer Altech Advanced Materials stands out as a German company with innovative material developments that can radically change electromobility and stationary energy storage with a 30% increase in efficiency. Meanwhile, the Chinese car manufacturer BYD has established itself as the leader in the electric vehicle market, surpassing Tesla in terms of sales figures in Q4/23. Rheinmetall is also strongly expanding its electromobility divisions and can look forward to a 3-digit million dollar order in its ubiquitous division. Find out who is setting new standards and shaping the future here.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on December 27th, 2023 | 07:30 CET
Christmas Surprises: Nel, CureVac, SMA Solar, Altech Advanced Materials
Far from a peaceful Christmas season, these stocks had some exciting news just before Christmas Eve: While SMA Solar had to fend off a short attack, CureVac lost the first round in the patent dispute with BioNTech over the COVID-19 vaccine. CureVac claims a share of the billions in profits for itself. Will CureVac now walk away empty-handed? In contrast, Altech Advanced Materials can pop the corks before New Year's Eve. The Company has reached another milestone on the road to revolutionizing battery technology. The feasibility study promises millions in profits. Nel can look forward to special earnings as a fine is significantly lower than expected.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on December 19th, 2023 | 07:20 CET
GreenTech in turnaround in 2024? Siemens Energy, Altech Advanced Materials, Nordex and Varta in focus
The investment year 2023 was not a highlight for owners of GreenTech shares. All stocks that were supposed to benefit from the government's fabulous climate change targets were crushed. Hydrogen stocks lost 75% on average, and the wind and solar sectors fell by at least 50%. A look ahead to 2024 now raises questions, as the Berlin traffic light coalition abruptly halted support for heating and e-mobility due to the Karlsruhe ruling. This will now be a litmus test for GreenTech producers, as they must assert themselves on the market without subsidies. It is a bold experiment if the state no longer offers incentives. We take a closer look.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on December 6th, 2023 | 07:20 CET
Rock Tech Lithium, Altech Advanced Materials, Continental - There is a lot of movement here
The final few weeks of the year are packed with activity. Before the Christmas tree is decorated and the goose is on the table, several companies are planning significant capital measures for the future. The general conditions appear favorable, as the German leading index, DAX, is on the verge of reaching a new all-time high. Technology stocks have also switched back into rally mode in recent days, boosted by the expected loose monetary policy.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on December 5th, 2023 | 06:30 CET
Next lithium boom in 2024? Freyr Battery, Edison Lithium, VW, Mercedes - Where are the 100% gainers?
The year 2024 promises to be highly interesting, that much is certain. The so-called electric boom has not yet taken place, and the falling lithium price of minus 80% in the current year speaks volumes. Of course, major investments such as a relatively expensive electric vehicle depend on the general situation and subsidies. However, neither of these contextual factors bode well. On the contrary, state subsidies are falling, and high inflation is weighing on private household budgets. So why not get the good old diesel through the MOT again? After all, continuing to drive an old vehicle is 100 times more sustainable than buying a new electric vehicle with rare and difficult-to-extract metals. While green thoughts are commendable, the costly construction of so-called gigafactories continues. On the stock market, the question arises: Who will ultimately emerge as the winner?
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