Defense
Commented by André Will-Laudien on June 4th, 2026 | 07:35 CEST
Critical Metals Riding the Wave of Industrial Demand! NASDAQ Hits 30,000, and Almonty Gears Up for the Russell 1,000
Another milestone for Almonty Industries CEO Lewis Black. While the tech rally is pushing the NASDAQ 100 index above 30,000, the tungsten manufacturer is being added to the Russell 1000 Index following the June expiration, based on revenue and valuation criteria. This also entails membership in the somewhat broader Russell 3000 Index, as shown in the FTSE Russell list. This has far-reaching implications! Index-based ETFs must adjust their asset weightings in line with the indices they track within a specified timeframe. For Almonty stock, which has not been represented there until now, this means additional demand from institutional investors - as if the buzz surrounding the only relevant publicly traded tungsten stock were not already big enough. So the party is likely to keep going strong!
ReadCommented by André Will-Laudien on June 4th, 2026 | 07:10 CEST
NATO's Strategic Alliance: Drone Technology for Canada and Ukraine – Volatus Aerospace Strengthens Its Strategic Position
The war in Ukraine is currently demonstrating with great clarity that traditional camouflage and deception strategies are increasingly reaching their limits when faced with AI-powered drone systems. While Russia attempts to confuse algorithmic target acquisition with "zebra" patterns on supply vehicles, modern neural networks learn to classify these signatures as clear target markers in a very short time. At this point, it becomes clear that technological escalation is driving a massive increase in global demand for integrated drone and counter-UAS systems and shifting defence architecture toward autonomous real-time intelligence. According to NATO analyses, global budgets for unmanned systems have been growing at double-digit rates since 2024, as traditional platforms are increasingly supplemented by networked, software-driven reconnaissance and attack systems. In this environment, Volatus Aerospace, as an integrated provider of drone operations, AI-powered analysis, and training infrastructure, is increasingly coming into the focus of institutional investors. In addition, CAD 30 million was quickly raised. The investment rotation is now beginning.
ReadCommented by Fabian Lorenz on June 3rd, 2026 | 08:00 CEST
Caution with Rheinmetall, US Contract for DroneShield, and HPQ Silicon Impresses!
Caution is advised with Rheinmetall! The stock of Germany's largest defence contractor appears to have ended its recovery and is once again heading toward its annual low. A positive analyst comment failed to provide any meaningful momentum. Perhaps a partnership in the US could provide a catalyst? There is more positive news from the world's largest defence market for DroneShield. The stock rose slightly yesterday. Is it now heading toward an all-time high? The CEO of HPQ Silicon made a strong impression at an investor conference. The company is currently transitioning from the research phase to commercialization. Its next-generation battery technology is impressing in drone tests. Additionally, the company aims to revolutionize hydrogen production. The share is definitely worth adding to your watchlist.
ReadCommented by Tarik Dede on June 3rd, 2026 | 07:55 CEST
Almonty Industries: The Cash Flows Are Coming
As recently as 2024, Almonty Industries shares were trading for less than USD 1 apiece. The stock is now trading around USD 19, having briefly surpassed USD 20. Following this spectacular growth phase, the company is now poised for its next step. On one hand, the Sangdong mine in South Korea officially opened in mid-March and will now supply the Western world with the critical raw material tungsten. On the other hand, SpaceX's IPO is set to take place in a few days with a valuation of USD 1.75 trillion—a figure that seems out of this world. Then, many investors might realize that tungsten, whose global market is clearly dominated by China, is also indispensable for space travel. And it is precisely this product that is actually only available in large quantities from Almonty Industries.
ReadCommented by Fabian Lorenz on June 3rd, 2026 | 07:50 CEST
Drone Stock Making Waves in Ukraine and the US: When Will Volatus Aerospace Take Off?
Is a major opportunity for investors emerging here? While virtually anything related to AI has surged, momentum in defence stocks has recently cooled. Yet this drone company is showing strong operational progress. It is active in both military and civilian applications. One thing is increasingly clear: the development of drones—and counter-drone systems—will play a critical role on future battlefields as well as in civilian infrastructure and security. And for that purpose, Volatus Aerospace is currently building what is likely one of the most exciting platforms in the world. In doing so, the company benefits from multibillion-dollar defence budgets in its home market of Canada as well as from NATO rearmament trends. Next, Volatus aims to expand into the US and into the global epicentre of drone activity—Ukraine. From a market perspective, it may only be a matter of time before the stock sees a strong upward move.
ReadCommented by Matthias Schomber on June 2nd, 2026 | 06:30 CEST
Deadly Drone Swarms Are Driving Global Demand: Is Volatus Aerospace Poised for a Rally?
Recent events in Eastern Europe have sent shockwaves through global markets and highlighted the evolving nature of modern warfare. Russia has been attacking Ukraine in large waves with hundreds of domestically produced Geran drones, whose Iranian Shahed origins have fundamentally altered the global arms architecture. Ukraine, meanwhile, has responded with long-range drone strikes against targets deep inside Russia, often more than 1,000 km from the border. Some of these attacks have targeted critical energy infrastructure in the Saratov region. Against this backdrop, a Canadian company is emerging with technology designed to address precisely these kinds of threats. Volatus Aerospace has secured important contracts with the US military and combines real-world operational experience with advanced Western drone technology. Fresh capital is flowing into the company, and from a stock market perspective, the shares appear to be approaching a potentially significant turning point.
ReadCommented by Matthias Schomber on June 1st, 2026 | 06:55 CEST
Russell Index Inclusion: Is Almonty on the Verge of a Major Price Breakout?
In the commodities space, companies exposed to critical defence-related metals remain in focus. Almonty Industries is one such name, operating in the tungsten supply chain. The stock is currently consolidating at around CAD 27.30 after reaching an April high of CAD 33.35. But the clock is ticking in the background—though in Almonty's favour, as the Iran conflict continues to escalate despite peace efforts. US missile strikes in the Gulf of Oman and a naval blockade demonstrate that global supply chains are fragile and vulnerable. Added to this is a planned Pentagon ban that would cut off access to tungsten from authoritarian states. This is driving, and has already driven, the price of this critical metal sharply higher. Against this backdrop, Almonty stands out as one of the few established Western tungsten producers. A sustained break above previous highs could open the door to additional upside. Read here to find out why a rare buying opportunity may be available right now.
ReadCommented by Jens Castner on June 1st, 2026 | 06:50 CEST
STRATEGIC RESOURCES: CANADIAN COMMODITIES HIDDEN GEM ON THE VERGE OF A BREAKTHROUGH
A major project ready for development, millions in government funding, and a strategic bridge to the US battery industry: Canadian explorer Strategic Resources is stepping into the spotlight of the mining sector with critical raw materials. While the stock remains largely undiscovered in Germany, the active management team in North America is already forging alliances with major industry players. What stands out: an estimated project value of nearly CAD 2 billion is contrasted by a tiny market capitalization of just CAD 16 million. The question now is how the management intends to leverage major industry events in New York and Québec City to trigger a potential re-rating.
ReadCommented by Stefan Feulner on June 1st, 2026 | 06:40 CEST
Volatus Aerospace: Is the Next Drone Giant Coming from Canada?
The global drone market is rapidly evolving into one of the most important future sectors of the defence and security industry. Geopolitical tensions, rising NATO budgets, and the need for autonomous surveillance of critical infrastructure are driving demand massively. Experts expect the market volume for drone defence alone to exceed USD 20 billion by 2030. At the same time, civilian applications such as pipeline, offshore, and power grid inspections are becoming increasingly important. Companies like Volatus Aerospace, which combine hardware, software, and operational services, could benefit disproportionately from this trend. New projects, multi-billion-dollar government programs, and AI-driven systems are currently providing significant momentum.
ReadCommented by Matthias Schomber on May 29th, 2026 | 09:05 CEST
Siemens Energy and DroneShield in the Spotlight - HPQ Silicon Set to Take Off?
While Washington and Tehran claim to be on the verge of a ceasefire agreement—after months of conflict over Iran—aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, through which one-fifth of the world's energy flows, technology leaders and emerging companies are setting the markets in motion. In an environment still shaped by the global energy transition and new geopolitical security challenges, where uncertainty is ever-present, attentive investors can find good opportunities and potential. While some heavyweights are already targeting, or have already reached, all-time highs, others are grappling with sometimes abnormal, violent price swings and regulatory headwinds. Away from the spotlight, however, there are also smaller companies that nonetheless have what it takes to significantly transform forward-looking industries. In this report, we examine Siemens Energy's impressive comeback, analyze the rollercoaster ride of DroneShield shares, and finally take a look at HPQ Silicon. This still-undiscovered stock could be on the verge of a decisive technical and fundamental turning point right now.
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