Defense
Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 3rd, 2026 | 08:40 CEST
Drone Attack in Germany: Pressure on NATO Mounts! Rheinmetall, Volatus, Hensoldt and DroneShield in the Spotlight
The attempted attack using an explosive-laden drone at Leipzig Airport marks a new level of escalation in hybrid warfare in Europe. Following weeks of intensive investigations by the Federal Public Prosecutor's Office, the German government has now officially identified the Russian intelligence service as the mastermind behind the sabotage operation. This targeted attack on critical infrastructure serves as a massive international wake-up call to NATO partners. In Brussels, the Alliance is calling for a significant strengthening of collective deterrence and defence capabilities against such covert operations. From an investor's perspective, such incidents create a new selling point for the defence industry and specialist defence companies. Hensoldt, a specialist in sensor technology and airspace surveillance, is facing rapidly rising demand for seamless detection systems. At the same time, defence giant Rheinmetall is coming into focus for its role in establishing far-reaching, active defence architectures at airports and military bases. When it comes to high-tech equipment for drone defence and surveillance flights, the specialists DroneShield and Volatus Aerospace are once again in the spotlight. The political pressure to close these serious security gaps in airspace as quickly as possible is likely to provide the companies involved with a massive long-term boost. Investors should therefore keep a very close eye on the geopolitical boom in this highly specialized defence segment.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on September 2nd, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
How Investors Can Profit from the Drone Threat — Rheinmetall, Volatus Aerospace and Lockheed Martin in Focus
On the night of August 5, 2026, the quick action of a bus driver helped avert a catastrophe. The drone attack ushered in a new era of threats. The foiled attack on Leipzig/Halle Airport involving an explosive-laden drone is no longer an isolated incident. This escalation, which is now attracting attention at the highest levels of the security establishment, is putting a multibillion-dollar market for effective counter-drone solutions and autonomous weapons systems firmly in the spotlight. For investors, the question is who will benefit most from this "drone supercycle". We take a closer look at three promising candidates: Rheinmetall, Volatus Aerospace and Lockheed Martin.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on September 2nd, 2026 | 07:05 CEST
Volkswagen, Strategic Resources and TKMS: How to Capitalize on the Mega-Trend of Defence and Raw Materials
When a vehicle manufacturer becomes a defence contractor, a raw materials developer provides the key to green steel production, and a naval group reports record orders, a realignment of German industry is taking shape. Volkswagen is on the brink of its most profound transformation and is turning to the defence sector as a lifeline. At the same time, the race for strategic resources is intensifying. Without decarbonized steel, there can be no modern defence, and this steel requires specific grades of iron ore. This is precisely where Strategic Resources comes in. While thyssenkrupp Marine Systems is benefiting from full order books, a new value chain is emerging. Today, we take a closer look at the shares of Volkswagen, Strategic Resources and TKMS.
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Commented by Lars Winter on September 1st, 2026 | 07:05 CEST
Potential Double-Baggers in the Drone Boom, EV Upside and a Takeover Bet: What Volatus Aerospace, BYD and Delivery Hero Offer Investors
Three stocks from three different sectors, each driven by a powerful catalyst: Volatus Aerospace is targeting the multibillion-dollar drone market and aims to evolve into an integrated aerospace and defense company. BYD is countering the slowdown in China's auto market with an aggressive export strategy. And at Delivery Hero, operational progress is converging with takeover speculation. Three shares with plenty of potential – but also significant risks. In this stock check, we take a closer look at the three companies, highlighting where the biggest opportunities lie, what analysts recommend, and which types of investors each stock may be best suited to.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on September 1st, 2026 | 06:55 CEST
AeroVironment, HPQ Silicon, BAE Systems: It Is All About the Battery
Drones are fundamentally changing modern warfare. What used to cost millions can now be reconnoitered or countered using comparatively inexpensive unmanned systems. Western nations are ramping up their procurement efforts accordingly. But as demand grows, so do the technical challenges. Range, payload, and endurance depend crucially on the power supply. More powerful batteries are thus becoming a key technology in the drone boom. Not only could the major defense contractors benefit from this, but also suppliers that have received little attention until now.
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Commented by Jens Castner on August 31st, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Arms Boom Meets Steel Revolution: A New Era for Salzgitter, Strategic Resources and SSAB
Europe is rearming. Above all, the continent needs steel to do so. Tanks, frigates and submarines consume quantities of material that are pushing existing production facilities to their limits. At the same time, a quieter but equally consequential transformation is underway: the shift toward more climate-friendly steelmaking processes. Whoever controls the raw material supply chains behind this transition holds the key to a story that the market has yet to price in. This is where Strategic Resources, a still largely undiscovered small-cap, has all the pieces in place. The Canadian company delivers exactly what German industry heavyweights such as Salzgitter are desperately seeking. Swedish steel and armored steel monopolist SSAB has already begun exploring the opportunity.
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Commented by Tarik Dede on August 31st, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
Above the Clouds: Ryanair, Volatus Aerospace and Air France-KLM in Focus
Freedom is not always limitless above the clouds. High jet fuel prices are putting pressure on airlines' businesses, while rising ticket prices have made summer vacations in 2026 significantly more expensive. This is especially true in Europe, where jet fuel capacity remains limited. Nevertheless, the market is currently showing signs of easing. Since the outbreak of the war, many airline stocks have recovered. It is therefore worth taking a closer look at the shares of low-cost carrier Ryanair and the premium carrier Air France-KLM. For investors who would rather avoid the poor predictability of airline stocks, there is still an opportunity to look to the skies by considering shares of Volatus Aerospace.
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Commented by Matthias Schomber on August 31st, 2026 | 06:55 CEST
Market Opportunities and Contrasts: Novo Nordisk with Weight-Loss Pill, ASIC Concerns at DroneShield, Power Metallic Mines with Breakout Potential
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk has suffered a significant setback in the fierce race for the lucrative weight-loss drug market, but its new weight-loss pill could now prove to be a game changer. At the same time, Australian drone specialist DroneShield is facing regulatory headwinds that are severely testing investor confidence, yet the numbers remain strong. Away from these companies, Canada's resource sector has another standout in Power Metallic Mines, which is demonstrating impressively how a solid polymetallic discovery and excellent drilling results can inject strength and momentum into a stock chart performance. Read on to find out why these three stocks deserve a place on every watchlist right now!
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on August 31st, 2026 | 06:40 CEST
RTX, Almonty Industries, Rheinmetall – The Battle for Tungsten Escalates
Tanks, missiles, radar systems, and AI chips require high-performance materials. One of the most strategically important is tungsten. China accounts for more than 80% of global production and has already tightened its export controls. At the same time, Europe and the US are ramping up their defense production. This is driving not only demand but also political pressure to establish independent supply chains. As a result, Western tungsten projects are gaining strategic importance.
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Commented by Lars Winter on August 28th, 2026 | 07:30 CEST
Almonty Gears Up for the Next Phase, Siemens Energy Plans Spin-Off, Apple Gets a New Leader – 3 Exciting Stocks in the News Roundup
The stock market trades on the future—but eventually, it demands a return on that investment. At Almonty Industries, the tungsten "fantasy" nurtured for years is now set to become a mining business worth billions. Siemens Energy is leveraging its operational momentum to unlock further value through the spin-off of Transformation of Industry. And at Apple, a new generation of leadership is taking the helm just as the company must deliver its response to the AI boom. We take a closer look at these three stocks in our latest stock roundup.
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