Electromobility
Commented by Nico Popp on May 19th, 2026 | 07:05 CEST
Supply Chain Collapse in Battery Raw Materials: Why Panasonic, Porsche, and Others Are Increasingly Dependent on HPQ Silicon's Silicon Technology
While the majority of investors are still focused on fluctuating energy prices, experienced investors have long been positioning themselves in the niche market of advanced silicon anodes. The reason is clear: traditional graphite anodes are reaching their performance and capacity limits in electric vehicles—particularly in the premium segment. Anyone aiming to enable driving ranges of well over 500 km combined with ultra-fast charging for spontaneous long-distance travel will ultimately have to rely on a shift in cell chemistry toward high-purity silicon. However, since the industrial-scale production of this raw material relies on an extremely energy-intensive, environmentally harmful supply chain that is almost entirely controlled by China, global market leaders like Panasonic are under pressure to reorganize their supply chains. This is precisely where the innovative company HPQ Silicon could become highly relevant.
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Commented by Tarik Dede on May 18th, 2026 | 07:35 CEST
Copper on the Rise: Investors Benefit Through Shares of Freeport-McMoRan, Power Metallic Mines, and Glencore
"Dr. Copper" was once considered one of the best leading indicators of the global economy. The price of copper tended to rise ahead of economic upswings and fall before growth momentum weakened. Today, however, the price of the red metal is unlikely to be a reliable indicator of the broader economy. Structural trends now dominate the market: the electrification of the global economy, the modernization of power infrastructure, and the boom in AI data centers are driving demand sharply higher. At the same time, copper supply is struggling to keep pace. That imbalance is already reflected in pricing: copper has risen by more than 40% within just six months. Analysts at JPMorgan forecast a supply deficit of several hundred thousand tonnes for 2026. Their key arguments include the massive expansion of AI computing infrastructure and global power grids. These trends could persist for years and continue fueling demand growth. Against this backdrop, we take a closer look at the shares of Freeport-McMoRan, Power Metallic Mines, and Glencore.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on May 13th, 2026 | 07:35 CEST
The battery alone is not enough – Why BYD, HPQ Silicon, and Plug Power will be the hidden winners of the hybrid future
The decarbonization of the global economy is no longer a distant ideal, but a fiercely contested race for market share. While some are betting on pure battery solutions, it is becoming increasingly clear that the future belongs to hybrid systems, in which innovative materials and green hydrogen fill the gaps. Three players from different camps exemplify this shift and could be tomorrow's winners. This look at the heart of industrial transformation reveals the roles played by a Chinese electric vehicle giant, a Canadian innovator in superior anodes, and the American pioneer in hydrogen logistics. We therefore take a closer look at what makes BYD, HPQ Silicon, and Plug Power so special right now.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on May 11th, 2026 | 07:10 CEST
Critical metals will shape the future: BYD, NIO, Strategic Resources, and VW in the e-mobility race
While Europe is pumping billions into new charging infrastructure and power grids, a brutal, cutthroat competition is beginning to unfold in the global auto market. Volkswagen is fighting to maintain its industrial dominance, while BYD is pushing ever harder into Europe with aggressive pricing and massive vertical integration, and NIO is targeting the premium segment. At the same time, with every additional electric vehicle, the demand for strategic metals is exploding, and their supply chains are coming under increasing geopolitical pressure. This is precisely where Strategic Resources could suddenly come into focus, as Western industries are desperately seeking secure sources of raw materials outside China. The Middle East conflict and oil prices nearing the USD 100 mark are acting as a catalyst for alternative powertrains while simultaneously heightening nervousness in the commodities markets. For investors, this marks the beginning of a phase in which automakers are no longer likely to be the sole winners of the mobility transition, but rather, above all, those companies that have access to the critical metals of the next industrial revolution.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on May 8th, 2026 | 07:40 CEST
Capitalize on the Copper Shortage: BYD, Power Metallic Mines, and Intel in the Spotlight of the Supply Crisis
The recent copper rally is not just a short-term fad, but a fundamental shift. Automakers, commodity firms, and chip companies are suddenly all caught up in the same trend. That is because the energy transition and the AI boom are devouring vast quantities of the red metal. While BYD, as an electric vehicle giant, uses massive amounts of copper, Power Metallic Mines, as a raw materials supplier, secures polymetallic deposits. Intel, in turn, needs the metal for the cooling infrastructure of its AI data centers. Supply shortages and geopolitical risks are intensifying the race. Amid this tension, we are focusing on three companies: BYD, Power Metallic Mines, and Intel.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on May 8th, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
The Clock Is Ticking in Europe: How Group Eleven, Volkswagen, and thyssenkrupp Are Positioning for the Transition
The global economy is being shaken up by three major forces: the push for decarbonization, geopolitical tensions, and the race toward electromobility. For the steel industry in Europe, this means a tough transition—after all, it accounts for 7% of greenhouse gas emissions. At the same time, the EU mandates that by 2030, one-tenth of strategic raw materials must come from domestic sources. Vehicle manufacturers, in turn, are grappling with Scope 3 emissions from their supply chains. Energy prices are skyrocketing, supply chains are breaking down—but that is precisely where opportunities lie. We take a look at the current situation at Group Eleven Resources, Volkswagen, and thyssenkrupp.
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Commented by Nico Popp on May 7th, 2026 | 08:35 CEST
Is this where the all-in-one worry-free mine is taking shape? What the industry needs now, who benefits – Power Metallic Mines, BMW, Lundin Mining
Investing in the early stages of mineral exploration is a risky endeavour—especially when betting on low-grade deposits in politically unstable regions. Savvy investors avoid these unpredictable risks and instead focus on strategically high-grade deposits in first-class jurisdictions like Canada. When a project can simultaneously demonstrate significant grades of copper, platinum group metals (PGMs), and nickel, this is of existential importance to the industry, especially today. In the wake of the global energy transition and the rapid rise of new key technologies, the search for reliable supply chains has gained momentum. While demand for battery metals and other industrial raw materials is skyrocketing, traditional mining regions are under increasing pressure from geopolitical conflicts. In this market environment, the wheat is being separated from the chaff: Only those who can combine first-class geology with absolute geopolitical security will prevail in the coming commodities supercycle. We present three exciting companies.
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Commented by Nico Popp on May 5th, 2026 | 07:50 CEST
The Electric Revolution at Mercedes-Benz: HPQ Silicon and Cenovus Energy Deliver Range and Green Energy
Competition in the automotive industry has shifted. Internal combustion engines are playing an increasingly minor role, while Asian pioneers are gaining ground with comfort and technological innovations. Operationally, too, the focus is no longer solely on manufacturing capacity, but on technological and environmental efficiency. While China, in particular, has already left many manufacturers in the dust through aggressive vertical integration, Western automakers like Mercedes-Benz are in a phase of radical strategic realignment. Success today depends primarily on two factors: the ability to push the limits of existing battery chemistry and the need to consistently make the entire industrial supply chain sustainable. In this market environment, Mercedes-Benz and HPQ Silicon, in particular, are driving the transition to highly efficient, silicon-based electric mobility. We highlight potential opportunities for investors.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on May 5th, 2026 | 07:35 CEST
A Billion-Dollar Market in the Shadow of E-Mobility – Plug Power, dynaCERT, and Daimler Truck Unlock the Potential
Geopolitical tensions are exposing the risks of reliance on fossil fuels. At the same time, pressure is mounting on logistics and heavy-duty transport to decarbonize economically. While e-mobility is making strides in passenger vehicles, long-haul and construction fleets remain a challenge. Range, frequency, and existing fleets are forcing a rethink. This is precisely where a market is emerging for retrofit solutions with immediate impact, hydrogen integration, and more efficient powertrains. Immediate CO₂ and cost benefits are taking precedence over purely futuristic visions. Plug Power, dynaCERT, and Daimler Truck are addressing this tension with very different but complementary approaches.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on May 4th, 2026 | 07:40 CEST
40% CORRECTION for Siemens Energy? Buy recommendation for BYD and an opportunity with dividend gem RE Royalties!
Could Siemens Energy shares correct by more than 40%? Yes, if analysts are to be believed. The forecast upgrade and the healthy order backlog are not enough for them. They see the high valuation as a major risk. A major opportunity could be emerging for RE Royalties' shares, not just because of its dividend yield of over 10%. Management is rightly dissatisfied with the stock price and is exploring all strategic options, including a sale. Will there be news on this on May 20? BYD shares have been a disappointment in recent years. The stock is trading at the same level as in the fall of 2021. Yet analysts recommend buying.
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