Defense
Commented by André Will-Laudien on March 13th, 2025 | 06:55 CET
NASDAQ crash, inflation, and price shocks – Gold protects! Golden Cariboo, TUI, Lufthansa, and Carnival
Just three weeks ago, euphoria reigned on the markets, with the DAX, NASDAQ and EURO STOXX reaching new heights – now the tech rally seems to be over for the time being. Germany has voted, and a grand coalition must now take charge of the current issues. However, the challenges remain formidable, and exploratory talks are proving correspondingly tricky. It remains to be seen whether a new government will be formed soon. Donald Trump is taking a unique path in the US and is alienating all former allies. He has boldly taken up the cause of resolving the Ukraine conflict – but so far nothing has happened! China is reporting a slump in exports, while in Europe, the debt ceiling is to be relaxed in order to overcome the tough transformation of the modern age. Infrastructure has been neglected for too long, digitization is in its infancy, and now there is a dramatic need for rearmament. This smells like more debt, higher prices, and further currency devaluation - a fertile ground for gold investments, as the precious metal recently reached a new high of USD 2,950 while everything else is falling. What happens next?
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on March 12th, 2025 | 06:50 CET
AGAINST THE SELLOFF: Renk "reloading", Barrick Gold positive, Desert Gold share set to multiply?
Safe havens like gold and armaments? Although the gold price was initially unable to benefit from Monday's selloff, buy recommendations are piling up in the sector. Analysts believe that Desert Gold's share price could multiply. Currently, the stock is still valued using a worst-case scenario, even though the reality in West Africa has improved significantly. Barrick Gold is also benefiting from this, with UBS recommending buying and expecting gold production to increase. Could an acquisition of Desert Gold play a part in this? Despite the massive price increases in recent weeks, defense stocks are holding up well in the selloff. For Renk, analysts are raising the price target, suggesting that the stock could rise further.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on March 11th, 2025 | 07:00 CET
Renk Group, Almonty Industries, Hensoldt – NATO calls for an arms race!
In a world where geopolitical fires are shaking the global security architecture, an industrial arms race is forming behind the scenes. While NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte this week once again emphasized the "urgent need" for accelerated arms production – from drones to satellites – European states are setting record sums in motion: Germany is loosening its debt brake for a EUR 500-billion special fund, and the EU is planning military loans of 150 billion. But who will benefit if Europe wants to reduce not only its defense budgets but also its dependence on US arms deliveries? Three companies are in the spotlight whose stocks have long been surfing in the wake of the arms race. Where is it worth getting in?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on March 10th, 2025 | 08:10 CET
Attention: IPO fever, now it's really starting! Hensoldt, Power Metallic, Renk, and thyssenkrupp
Before the election and after the election. At the beginning of the year, there was still a fight over the debt brake, but with the US pulling out of Ukraine aid, it seems that anything goes. Last week, in addition to an ECB interest rate cut, an EUR 800 billion package for armaments and infrastructure was proposed. This caused the DAX 40 index to surge, especially defense and construction stocks, which gained an average of 30%. Hensoldt and thyssenkrupp even made a giant leap upwards. The new all-time high for the index is now 23,475 points. Could there be an IPO from Essen soon? The probability for TKMS is increasing. However, it remains to be seen whether the significant premiums are sustainable; on Friday, there were initial sell-offs. Our specialty title, Power Metallic (formerly Power Nickel), continued to rise. We are looking into the crystal ball.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on March 10th, 2025 | 07:55 CET
thyssenkrupp, Globex Mining, Super Micro Computer – Defense, critical raw materials, and the AI boom drive profits
As the world moves towards a new era of tariffs, resource wars, and technology hegemony in 2025, there are three companies that can profit from the current hot topics. The EU has not only expanded its list of critical raw materials but has also announced billion-euro investments in domestic supply chains. This shows how important access to critical raw materials is for keeping one's economy running. Thyssenkrupp is taking advantage of the demand for high-security technology for maritime projects, Globex Mining is controlling key raw materials for high-tech projects and decarbonization, and Super Micro Computer is cooling the servers that are making the AI boom possible in the first place.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on March 7th, 2025 | 06:55 CET
100% RALLY! And now? Renk, Salzgitter, and AppLovin partner MiMedia
Can it continue to go up after a 100% rally? There is a lot to suggest that the still largely unknown MiMedia stock could keep going. The cloud pearl is on the verge of a revenue leap and is relying on AppLovin to monetize its cloud services – itself an AI highflyer but now overvalued. MiMedia, on the other hand, wants to start scaling in the current year. Salzgitter caused a stir on Wednesday with a share price jump of over 15%. Even though profits were taken yesterday, analysts see further upside potential for the stock. Could a revaluation be possible? There are good reasons for profit-taking after Renk's 10% rally this year, but the stock wants to keep rising. Deutsche Bank recommends buying, but there is a big catch.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on March 6th, 2025 | 07:20 CET
Almonty Industries, Hensoldt, and Renk Group: Strategic moves for Europe's strength
Global tensions and dynamic US politics are driving Europe's security efforts. Companies like tungsten producer Almonty Industries and defense contractors such as Hensoldt and Renk Group are moving to the center of this geopolitical chess game. Almonty has a unique opportunity to break China's tungsten monopoly with its Sangdong mine in South Korea. This presents a glimmer of hope for companies like Rheinmetall, which require hundreds of tons of tungsten yearly to continue to meet the demand for armaments. The German radar technology company Hensoldt has already seen its share price rise by 20% since plans for a multi-billion-dollar defense fund were announced. Renk Group supplies the drives for Europe's rearmament: With a "Ba2" rating from Moody's, the transmission manufacturer benefits from the NATO boom and US expansion. Between geopolitical pressure, commodity risks, and political hurdles, peaceful coexistence is at stake. Who has a strategic advantage for the next move on the global playing field?
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on March 5th, 2025 | 07:30 CET
Hensoldt and Power Metallic Mines unstoppable! Buy AIXTRON stock after the price crash?
The success story is set to continue under a new name: Power Nickel has changed its name to Power Metallic Mines. In order to push ahead with the world-class multi-metal project at full speed, fresh capital has been raised. With new strong drilling results in the pipeline, the stock can now take off again. The price drop due to the capital increase represents an exciting entry opportunity. Investors certainly believe in higher prices. Hensoldt is currently skyrocketing. While the stock is being included in a new stock market index, analysts are running after the price and proclaiming a "new era". Will the momentum continue? At AIXTRON, analyst opinions are divided after the price crash. Is the stock a buy now? Management believes so.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on February 27th, 2025 | 07:20 CET
Copper as the key: Siemens Energy, Benton Resources, and Hensoldt are shaping the energy transition and security
Copper is a key factor in shaping the energy transition and security. The green transformation, in particular, is increasing demand. Siemens Energy is driving sustainable electrification and uses recycled material for circuit breakers in its energy transition products - a small step with a big impact. The Company is strengthening its market position in the circular economy and securing a billion-dollar order volume. The Canadian mineral exploration company Benton Resources is profiting from the raw materials boom and expanding its copper deposits in the Great Burnt project in Canada. Experts predict an imminent copper shortage due to the energy transition. Benton Resources can now position itself as a future supplier for this industry. Hensoldt, a specialist in sensor technologies in defense and aerospace, is deepening its drone expertise by cooperating with QinetiQ, thus ensuring geopolitical stability. Read on to find out how these companies combine sustainability, raw materials, and defense.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on February 26th, 2025 | 07:10 CET
Key Industry: Defense! Will Rheinmetall, Renk & Co. soon turn to dynaCERT? Stock Jump at Evotec?
A bombshell at Rheinmetall! The defense company is considering converting automotive supply plants into defense production. Previously, Hensoldt had already reached out to Continental employees. It seems that defense companies are rushing to aid the struggling automotive industry as a key industry and job engine – or perhaps to replace it. Tanks, howitzers, and other heavy vehicles have one thing in common: diesel engines. To improve the CO2 balance of these vehicles, it would be only logical for Rheinmetall and Co. to turn to dynaCERT. The Company offers a retrofittable, affordable solution for reducing emissions and fuel consumption. Evotec does not have to worry about its carbon footprint. Instead, the share is showing signs of life!
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