Cancer
Commented by Nico Popp on August 25th, 2025 | 07:05 CEST
New research findings – Cell metabolism relevant in cancer: Roche, Novartis, and Vidac Pharma
What if cancer cells no longer grew uncontrollably, and we could target the metabolism of these cells directly? The so-called Warburg effect makes this possible. Discovered around 100 years ago by Otto Warburg, the effect describes the energy metabolism of cancer cells and shows that their metabolism differs from that of healthy cells. This opens up great opportunities for specific therapies in biotechnology. The theoretical assumption is that if the metabolism of cancer cells can be specifically disrupted, treatment will be targeted and free of side effects. Biotech start-up Vidac Pharma is fully committed to the Warburg effect. We explain what the Canadians are researching and why the technology could complement the offerings of several large pharmaceutical companies.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on July 28th, 2025 | 07:00 CEST
War, raw material shortages, cancer: Capitalize on megatrends with Rheinmetall, Antimony Resources, Merck KGaA
Three megatrends are expected to drive global markets in 2025. Revolutionary technologies, such as AI and cybersecurity, are fundamentally changing the defence sector. At the same time, demand for critical raw materials for defense, high-tech applications, and the energy transition is exploding, requiring new, sustainable supply chains. In parallel, the pharmaceutical industry is undergoing a dramatic shift due to advances in AI-driven research and intensified competition. These forces are shaping the future opportunities for companies. Those who are strategically positioned here will win, as key players Rheinmetall, Antimony Resources, and Merck KGaA demonstrate.
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Commented by Nico Popp on July 25th, 2025 | 07:00 CEST
Key technology in the fight against cancer? Merck & Co., Vidac Pharma, AstraZeneca
Do you know what aerobic glycolysis is? No? Have you ever heard of the Warburg effect? Both terms describe the same phenomenon: cancer cells utilize glucose to produce lactate, even in the presence of oxygen and fully functional mitochondria. This is what distinguishes cancer cells from healthy cells. Current research suggests that targeted interventions in the Warburg effect could be suitable for killing cancer cells or making them more receptive to other therapies. Companies around the world are pushing forward research into this effect – the goal is nothing less than curing cancer. We present some of the companies and analyze whether their stocks could be good investments.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on May 6th, 2024 | 07:15 CEST
Bayer on the path out of crisis. With their oncology pipelines, are Defence Therapeutics and BioNTech also on the verge of a turnaround?
After several years of stumbling from one crisis to another, pharmaceutical and agrochemical giant Bayer is now showing signs of a recovery on the horizon. As Bayer navigates its long and rocky road out of the crisis, investors and industry experts are now turning their attention to two other exciting biotech companies: Defence Therapeutics and BioNTech. Both companies, which have caused a sensation in the past mainly due to their revolutionary approaches in cancer therapy, could follow in Bayer's footsteps with their promising oncology pipelines, moving from uncertainty to a bright future.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on April 30th, 2024 | 07:00 CEST
Evotec, Vidac Pharma, BioNTech - The billion-dollar race for cancer therapy
Oncology is on the brink of a golden era. Driven by an increase in cancer cases and impressive scientific advances, including gene and immunotherapies, a billion-dollar market with immense growth prospects is emerging. The increasing demand for personalized medicines and the rapid development of new forms of therapy through technological progress are driving revenues in the pharmaceutical industry. This not only underlines the enormous financial value of oncology as an investment area but also promises ground-breaking improvements in patient care. We look at three companies that could benefit from this.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on April 24th, 2024 | 07:00 CEST
Takeover rumors for biotech shares: BioNTech, Formycon, Cardiol Therapeutics and Novo Nordisk in focus
The biotech sector has significantly lagged behind the performance of artificial intelligence and high-tech this year. This is due to high inflation, which in turn has made an imminent interest rate cut unlikely. Nevertheless, Germany's economic conditions are deteriorating dramatically, particularly due to the ongoing geopolitical conflicts. It should, therefore, come as no surprise if the ECB announces an "emergency interest rate cut" in the summer. That would then be the starting signal for a major reshuffle out of the best performers of recent months and into the long-neglected biotech segment. We have selected a few interesting stocks.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on April 23rd, 2024 | 07:00 CEST
TAKEOVER FEVER for biotech shares! Evotec, Bayer, Vidac Pharma - Who will follow Morphosys?
There is takeover fever in the biotech sector. Genmab recently announced the acquisition of ProfoundBio, the US biotech company developing ovarian and endometrial cancer drugs, for USD 1.8 billion. With Morphosys, the takeover carousel is also turning in Germany. Who is the next candidate? Evotec is often mentioned. Due to unauthorized insider trading, the biotech company's shares have come under fire this year and offer an interesting entry opportunity. Vidac Pharma also impresses operationally. The Company's new approach has the potential to revolutionize cancer treatment. The study results of the past few months are very promising. Bayer shares surprised investors yesterday as one of the day's winners in the DAX. Is the Leverkusen-based company's stock about to take off?
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on April 16th, 2024 | 07:40 CEST
Formycon, Defence Therapeutics, Morphosys - Significant movement in the biotech sector
At the moment, investors are focusing on gold and Bitcoin in addition to the most important indices, like the DAX and Dow Jones. Meanwhile, the biotechnology sector is barely mentioned in the local newspapers. However, the market is on the move, and the wave of takeovers continues unabated. Recently, the Danish pharmaceutical company Genmab announced it was acquiring the private biotech company ProfoundBio for USD 1.8 billion in cash. The acquisition is intended to help deepen the cancer pipeline with next-generation antibody-drug conjugate therapies. Big Pharma is likely to make further acquisitions in this area in the near future.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on April 10th, 2024 | 07:00 CEST
BASF and Cardiol Therapeutics recommended to buy! TUI share with momentum!
BASF shares have gained over 30% within six months. But is the rally in BASF shares slowly running out of steam? The fact that the share did not rise sharply yesterday despite a significant price target increase suggests this is the case. Many experts see little potential for further price increases. The situation is different for the biotech company Cardiol Therapeutics. The analysts at Canaccord believe that the shares of the specialist in cardiovascular diseases could perform by around 200%. Financing is secured until 2026, and important study data is due in the current quarter. The TUI share has been on a roll for several months now. Will the share continue to rise with the increase in temperatures? Management is certainly optimistic about the future.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on February 7th, 2024 | 07:30 CET
BASF shares on the upswing, BioNTech sees breakthrough in cancer, and Defence Therapeutics benefits from study
Can BASF shareholders look forward to better times? One analyst is certainly hopeful. He believes that the chemical industry will recover in 2024. However, the price target gives pause for thought. The development of cervical cancer is also concerning. According to a new study, the number of cases has risen sharply in recent years, and with it, HPV infections. Accordingly, more HPV vaccines are urgently needed. The market volume is expected to more than double to over USD 15 billion in just a few years. Defence Therapeutics aims to become a profiteer. The biotech company is fighting cancer with its Accum™ platform. BioNTech CEO Ugur Sahin also believes that humanity will get cancer under control, thanks in part to artificial intelligence. The Company is currently working on 30 cancer therapies. Is it a good time to invest now?
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