Batteries
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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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on December 1st, 2023 | 07:00 CET
Energy market in transition: RWE, Klimat X and FREYR Battery - Which share offers sustainable price gains?
Numerous investment opportunities are emerging in the energy market. Germany's largest electricity producer, RWE, for example, will invest EUR 55 billion in renewable energies and environmentally friendly technologies such as green hydrogen by 2030. Klimat X focuses on CO₂ certificates, allowing renowned companies to become actively involved in environmental protection. It combines ecological initiatives with economic opportunities through the renaturation of forests and mangrove groves in Sierra Leone and Mexico. Companies become tree sponsors while nature does its work. At the same time, FREYR Battery in Norway is automating its production facility and further expanding its central location in the US. Find out how these pioneering developments are shaping the environmentally friendly future of the energy sector.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on November 29th, 2023 | 10:00 CET
Sell Varta shares? Positive news from JinkoSolar and Manuka Resources
Is the Varta share price party over again? The shares of the former German battery darling have gained around 30% in value over the past six months. But now analysts are advising to sell. JinkoSolar's management had hoped for more buying when it announced the dividend at the end of September. While this was not the case, shareholders can at least look forward to a payout next week. Manuka Resources is currently managing the balancing act between positive cash flows from the sale of gold and investments in resource expansion. The Company is sitting on another potential "treasure" with a project for battery metals. Is the share undervalued?
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Commented by Armin Schulz on November 28th, 2023 | 06:45 CET
ThyssenKrupp Nucera, Altech Advanced Materials, JinkoSolar - Green returns in focus
GreenTech stocks have become an important topic in today's world. In the face of rising global environmental concerns and a growing awareness of sustainability, more and more investors are looking for investment opportunities that offer both financial returns and a positive impact on the environment. GreenTech stocks represent companies that are developing innovative technologies and solutions to address environmental issues and shape a sustainable future. Many countries have adopted policies to support the transition to a low-carbon economy. We have picked out three exciting companies.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on November 17th, 2023 | 07:00 CET
Manuka Resources, BYD, Nvidia - Precious metals, electronics and AI - these investments are red hot
Electromobility is a driver for silver, which is indispensable in batteries, especially in electric cars, due to its high conductivity. Manuka Resources is an exciting investment candidate here with various projects Down Under. China's automotive giant BYD is expanding its European business amid strong competition and market exhaustion domestically. However, the Company criticizes the EU's business practices, especially the negative impact of the unbundling strategy on Chinese companies. But BYD has good prospects. Two heavyweights in the investment scene have now joined Nvidia. Read here what this means for investors.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on November 15th, 2023 | 06:55 CET
Insider alert at Nel ASA, Freyr Battery reassures shareholders, and Blackrock Silver doubles its resource
Interesting news from Nel. For the first time in many months, insider buying has been reported. Could this signal a turnaround? Following its quarterly figures and the news from industry peer Plug Power, the Nel share fell to a new multi-year low. Yesterday, it sent out a sign of life. Freyr Battery is also sending such a signal. The management of the battery hopeful from Norway addressed shareholders in a letter following alarming news and explained the situation. In contrast, Blackrock Silver is currently doing exceptionally well. The estimate for the gold and silver resources of the flagship project has more than doubled. Which share will achieve the turnaround?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on November 6th, 2023 | 07:10 CET
GreenTech shares are on the rise! Siemens Energy, Altech Advanced Materials, Nordex and JinkoSolar under scrutiny
After months of selling off, Greentech shares are making a comeback. By late fall, popular hydrogen and solar stocks had lost between 50% and 85% of their share prices from the boom times of 2020/21. Now, everything points to a rebound. Battery innovator Altech Advanced Materials is also coming up with good news. If everything goes according to plan, lithium-ion technology could soon see a dramatic increase in efficiency. We take a look at the bombed-out sector and where the opportunities lie for investors.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on November 2nd, 2023 | 08:10 CET
14 million e-cars in 2023 alone: BYD, Standard Lithium and Defense Metals profit
In the current year, one in every five vehicles sold is expected to have an electric drive, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). This would amount to 14 million vehicles and correspond to a growth of around 35% compared to the more than 10 million sold in 2022. Opportunities for investors lie dormant along the entire value chain of electromobility. BYD aims to capture a significant portion of these sales figures and replace Tesla as the number one player in the electric vehicle sector. While Warren Buffett is selling again, analysts are advising to buy. Standard Lithium and Defense Metals are benefiting from the rising demand for batteries. Both companies have exciting projects with compelling economic calculations and alleviate concerns about China potentially using lithium and other resources as a "weapon." So, is it time to buy?
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Commented by Armin Schulz on October 31st, 2023 | 07:40 CET
Power Nickel, Mercedes-Benz, BYD - No electromobility without nickel
Nickel has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years and has become a key component of electromobility. While the demand for environmentally friendly vehicles is steadily increasing, nickel is becoming increasingly important as an indispensable component in batteries. Nickel contributes to achieving higher energy density in batteries, which translates into greater driving range. It also allows for a reduction in the amount of cobalt in the batteries, making electric vehicles even more environmentally friendly. Therefore, we look at a future nickel producer and analyze Mercedes-Benz and BYD in terms of opportunities and risks.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on October 26th, 2023 | 14:25 CEST
Lithium: The million-ton question! BASF, Standard Lithium, Edison Lithium, Varta - The Top List for 2024
Lithium-ion batteries are the most widely used battery type for electric vehicles and stationary energy storage. Estimates vary widely, but by 2025, we will need between 500,000 and 850,000 thousand tons of lithium, but in 2022 only 130,000 tons were produced. Against the backdrop of continued high global demand for e-vehicles, many high-performance batteries will be needed. Four gigafactories are currently being built in Europe, and the demand seems enormous. Each auto manufacturer has its own sourcing strategy, but there is currently a problem on the supply side because not every raw material is easy to obtain. Lithium is one of the most essential raw material components of a battery, along with nickel, cobalt, graphite and copper. Prices across the battery segment are under pressure due to the approaching economic downturn. What should investors look out for now?
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