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Commented by Armin Schulz on January 7th, 2026 | 07:05 CET
Peace dividend: How Antimony Resources, the RENK Group, and Lockheed Martin are reaping the rewards of military buildup
The new era of security will be decided deep underground in mines. The indispensable raw material for modern defense systems is antimony, a metal that is threatening to disappear from the world market and whose price is rising sharply. This strategic shortage creates a historic opportunity to invest directly at the source. The greatest potential is offered by the exploration company Antimony Resources, whose success in turn drives key suppliers such as the RENK Group and system builders such as Lockheed Martin.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on January 6th, 2026 | 07:30 CET
Strong tailwind for defense stocks – New buy signals for Antimony Resources, Hensoldt, and Steyr?
Defense stocks are the focus of investor interest at the beginning of the year. The chances are good that defense stocks will now quickly iron out the dip in prices caused by profit-taking in the past quarter and surge toward historic highs. The environment is also favourable for (prospective) producers of critical raw materials that are urgently needed by industry, such as Antimony Resources. The escalation of the conflict between the US and Venezuela has added fuel to the fire. Trump is now also threatening Colombia. In addition, disillusionment is setting in regarding the hoped-for peace efforts between Russia and Ukraine. How can investors take advantage of this situation?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on January 6th, 2026 | 07:15 CET
Battery supply on a knife's edge – NEO Battery Materials becomes an established industrial partner
The push for e-mobility and rising demand from defense applications are driving a quantum leap in battery technology. At the same time, China is increasingly putting the brakes on as an industrial partner. Beijing recently imposed export restrictions on high-performance Li-ion aggregates. This makes it a real challenge for manufacturers to equip their products with high-quality energy storage. The latest announcement from NEO Battery Materials is therefore a game-changer! Certification as an OEM supplier has been completed. NEO Battery Materials, a company that is at the beginning of industrial scaling and technical differentiation, presents itself as a specialist in silicon-based anode materials with a secured production hub in South Korea. Particularly relevant for investors: high-performance batteries are increasingly being treated as critical infrastructure in Western industrial and defense policy, meaning they are structurally tied to priority investment areas. Geopolitically motivated trade barriers must be navigated carefully. Time is of the essence.
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Commented by Nico Popp on January 6th, 2026 | 07:00 CET
The new world order after the Venezuela shock: Why Rheinmetall and Bank of America are betting on North America, and Globex Mining is the big winner
The spectacular arrest of the Venezuelan president by US authorities marks another historic turning point that has repercussions far beyond South America. It is the ultimate proof that the era of diplomatic kid gloves is over and that the law of the jungle is increasingly prevailing on the international stage. For global financial markets and strategic investments, this move means a radical reassessment of country risks. If heads of state are no longer safe, then investments in mines and infrastructure in politically unstable regions are certainly not. In this new climate of hard power politics, security of supply is becoming the only currency that counts. That is why the spotlight is now turning to a company that exemplifies North America's commodity security: Globex Mining. With a gigantic portfolio of over 200 projects in the world's safest jurisdictions, Globex offers precisely the geopolitical protective shield that the market is now desperately seeking.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on December 30th, 2025 | 09:10 CET
Silver boom racing towards USD 100, or not? Focus on critical metals with Antimony Resources, Airbus, Rheinmetall, and Plug Power
No peace in Ukraine after all? Defense stocks are being passed around like hot potatoes; no one seems to want to be invested when the flag of peace is raised. Yesterday, the defense sector fell by 4% at times, with Rheinmetall even dropping below the EUR 1,500 mark. When disappointing interviews with Donald Trump arrived from Florida, the stocks turned upward again. The fact remains that the defense sector needs critical metals. Industrial giant Airbus has secured several new orders, while Plug Power's targets are being pushed further and further back. Is another capital increase looming? Antimony Resources remains promising, as the Canadians have what Donald Trump would like to have. Judge for yourself!
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Commented by Armin Schulz on December 30th, 2025 | 07:15 CET
Geopolitical flashpoint: Why Rio Tinto, Globex Mining, and BHP stand to benefit from trade wars
The global race for critical resources has entered an explosive phase. Driven by decarbonization and technological progress, structural shortages prevail. But now geopolitical power struggles are further heating up the situation: protectionist trade barriers and strategic control over supply chains are artificially reducing supply and catapulting the importance of independent producers into new spheres. In this environment, the strategies of commodity giants and emerging players are coming into sharp focus. Against this backdrop, it is worth taking a closer look at the positioning of Rio Tinto, Globex Mining, and BHP.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on December 23rd, 2025 | 10:10 CET
Top tips for 2026 – Critical metals and armaments! DroneShield, Pasinex, RENK, and Heidelberger Druck in focus
In 2025, there was a pronounced rally in critical metals starting in the summer. This was largely triggered by China, which imposed export restrictions on rare metals and strategic raw materials in response to arbitrary tariff demands from the White House. The metal markets reacted with strong upward movements, and the procurement centers of Western industry reacted even more severely. In view of the needs of the near future, a large number of properties would have to be brought into production in the areas of copper, graphite, lithium, uranium, zinc, and rare earths. However, it takes around 10 years to set up a mine, including all permits and preliminary investigations. Because this is far too long for the current needs, the market is looking at projects that are about to start production or are already producing. We offer a few ideas from the supply chain and potential customers.
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Commented by Nico Popp on December 23rd, 2025 | 07:00 CET
Nickel sulfides: The formula for profitability – why Power Metallic Mines is hot on the heels of Talon Metals and Magna
The nickel market is currently undergoing a split that offers investors clear guidance: while countless projects are failing due to low ore grades, skyrocketing energy costs, or politically unstable locations, a small group of winners is emerging. The formula for success is high-grade sulfide deposits in North America. Companies such as Talon Metals, which became known through a supply deal with Tesla, and Magna Mining in Canada's historic Sudbury Basin have proven that this geological constellation is the key to profitability. Power Metallic Mines is following in their footsteps. With its NISK project in Quebec, the Company has the geological ingredients of the two companies mentioned above, but is trading at a significant discount on the stock market, reflecting the past rather than the potential confirmed by drilling and the entry of several mining billionaires.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on December 22nd, 2025 | 07:10 CET
Silver and critical raw materials are on the rise! Standard Lithium, First Majestic Silver, and Antimony Resources!
The price of silver is simply unstoppable. The price per troy ounce is now over USD 57. First Majestic Silver is capitalizing on the sentiment and completing the sale of the Del Toro project. This will bring millions into the Company and make it a strategic shareholder in Sierra Madre. In the critical metals sector, rare earths are clearly the focus. However, there are other raw materials that are at least as sought-after and scarce. These include antimony. The recent billion-dollar deal between the US government and Korea Zinc highlights the strategic importance of antimony. An attractive stock in this sector is Antimony Resources. Q1 2026 should be exciting. In contrast, experts advise caution with lithium. Shareholders of Standard Lithium should also take note of this.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on December 19th, 2025 | 07:10 CET
The critical resource: How Antimony Resources protects Rheinmetall and BASF from shortages and why it has upside potential
Without antimony, there would be no flame retardants, modern electronics, or precision ammunition. However, the global availability of this critical metal is increasingly under threat. This is yet another sign of the comprehensive raw materials crisis that is forcing entire industries to radically reorganize their supply chains. It is precisely here, where a triad with enormous potential is emerging: Antimony Resources' access to the source positions itself as a potential supplier to Rheinmetall and BASF, who depend on this indispensable material. We take a closer look at the three companies.
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