Gold
Commented by Jens Castner on July 22nd, 2026 | 08:10 CEST
100% Upside Potential and More: What Analysts Predict for Desert Gold Ventures, Oracle, and Hypoport
Securities analysts are usually deliberately cautious so as not to raise false expectations. With Oracle and Hypoport, however, they are coming out of the woodwork with price targets that promise the potential for a doubling of the share price—and for the Canadian mining stock Desert Gold Ventures, even significantly more. What is behind these estimates, how realistic are they, and what facts should investors keep in mind?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on July 22nd, 2026 | 07:50 CEST
Software giants are longing for a new gold rush! SAP, ServiceNow, TeamViewer, and DRC Gold are stepping into the spotlight
The stock market is currently showing no mercy. Against a backdrop of growing belligerence, excessive debt, and rising inflation, growth stocks are repeatedly making a run toward higher valuations. "Asset inflation" is the buzzword. It actually reached a short-term peak in early June with the IPO of Elon Musk's marvel, "SpaceX." Since then, the market has been moving sideways, and occasionally downward, amid high volatility. While chip stocks celebrated an explosive summer rally, software stocks like SAP, TeamViewer, and ServiceNow took a steep nosedive. Are there already serious hopes for a rebound here? Even gold, which had been performing exceptionally well, reaching a new all-time high of over USD 5,400 in January, came under pressure. DRC Gold, an advanced explorer on Africa's east coast, is reporting good progress and is weathering the correction in the precious metals sector well, as evidenced by its share price performance. It is hard to imagine where the market might go if investors jump back on the gold bandwagon!
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on July 21st, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
BP, Lahontan Gold, Coinbase: Corrections Open Up Rare Opportunities
Gold, oil, and Bitcoin are all consolidating after strong rallies. But it is precisely these kinds of corrections that have often opened up the most attractive entry opportunities in the past. While many investors are taking profits, the focus is shifting to companies on the verge of key milestones or benefiting from long-term megatrends. Whether it is precious metals, energy, or crypto, those who take a selective approach now could secure promising opportunities.
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Commented by Tarik Dede on July 20th, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Gold: Positioning for the Fed with Equinox Gold, Lahontan Gold, and Aya Gold & Silver
The Federal Reserve's leadership will meet again on September 16, and the outlook remains highly uncertain. Some market analysts expect interest rate hikes. Conversely, however, some anticipate an interest rate cut—their argument: the US midterm elections are coming up in November. Donald J. Trump wants lower interest rates. He has already made this clear to the new Fed Chair, Kevin Warsh, in a post on Truth Social. Our view is straightforward: low interest rates are bullish for the stock market. The past 18 months have shown that the President places considerable importance on supporting financial markets. The decision is likely to be a close one, however, and keeping rates unchanged should not be ruled out, especially since the Fed could still act at its October meeting. Either way, we expect interest rates to fall. By then at the latest, the price of gold should start to recover. For weeks, the precious metal has traded in a narrow range around USD 4,000 per ounce. Positive signals from the Fed could provide the catalyst for a breakout. For investors, however, gold mining stocks often offer greater upside than the metal itself. That is why we are taking a closer look at Equinox Gold, Lahontan Gold, and Aya Gold & Silver.
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Commented by Jens Castner on July 17th, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
Chips, Gold, and Dividends: ASML, Lahontan, and Allianz as a Safe Haven Amid Market Turmoil
There are times on the stock market when the hottest stock with the most spectacular story is not the best choice. When market uncertainty rises, investors are well advised to bet on stocks that remain unfazed by geopolitical news. At first glance, ASML, Lahontan Gold, and Allianz have nothing in common: a Dutch manufacturer of highly complex specialty machinery for the chip industry, a Canadian gold explorer, and a Munich-based insurance group. And yet, the three have something in common: they provide solid reasons why their share prices can remain largely immune to the general ups and downs of the markets—whether thanks to genuine underlying demand, robust operational progress, or shareholder-friendly dividend policies.
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Commented by Matthias Schomber on July 17th, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
Crash Risk or Buying Opportunity? SpaceX Slides, BMW Eyes a Rebound, and Desert Gold Shines on the Charts
The situation in the Middle East has continued to escalate, with attacks around the Strait of Hormuz driving up oil prices. Brent crude has recently climbed to around USD 85 per barrel, adding another layer of uncertainty to global financial markets. For investors searching for opportunities in the current environment, it is important to look beyond individual stocks and keep a close eye on geopolitical developments. In this article, we examine three companies from very different sectors and highlight where potential opportunities may be emerging. First, we look at BMW, whose shares are currently trading at what many consider an attractive valuation and may be positioned for a rebound. We also examine SpaceX, whose stock has entered what many investors would describe as crash territory, with the share price falling below its IPO level. Finally, we turn to Desert Gold Ventures, a small West African gold explorer that has continued to make steady operational progress largely independent of broader market turbulence—and largely without attracting much attention. Could this overlooked company represent a significant opportunity for investors?
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Commented by Tarik Dede on July 17th, 2026 | 07:05 CEST
Gold, Tungsten, and Silver: Upside Potential in First Majestic Silver, Almonty Industries, and Agnico Eagle
The war in the Gulf and the strong US dollar continue to cause volatility in the commodities market. While copper has managed to decouple from these trends due to tight supply in global markets, the situation is different for gold and silver prices. However, stabilization may now be on the horizon. The specialty metal tungsten, on the other hand, tracks copper and is showing stability at high price levels. This presents opportunities for investors to build long-term positions in the market. We are therefore looking at the stocks of First Majestic Silver, Almonty Industries, and Agnico Eagle.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on July 16th, 2026 | 07:10 CEST
Evotec Shocks the Market! Will First Majestic Silver and Lahontan Gold Take Off?
Biotech stocks have not exactly been investor favourites this year. And now Evotec has delivered yet another shock. It was already known that the company was undergoing a comprehensive restructuring. Nevertheless, it had recently seemed as though the share price was finding a bottom in the EUR 4-5 range. But then came the shock. The significant downward revision of its forecast and the expected high EBITDA loss caused the share price to plummet. In contrast, Lahontan Gold is shining with relative strength. While it cannot escape the negative sentiment in the gold sector, the odds are good that the share price will take off again soon. After all, the company is on the verge of transitioning from an explorer to a producer. And what about First Majestic Silver? This core investment in the silver sector recently reported its second-quarter production figures.
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Commented by Nico Popp on July 15th, 2026 | 08:30 CEST
Built on Sand? Barrick Mining Under Pressure, Rio Tinto Facing Headwinds, and North Arrow Minerals in a Strong Position
The demand for strategic metals, the challenging geopolitical environment, and new exploration methods—these factors are prompting established corporations and smaller exploration companies to adapt their business models in the face of these multifaceted challenges. While the major producers are streamlining their portfolios, which have grown over the years and are sometimes complex, smaller companies are demonstrating agility by divesting marginal projects and focusing on promising deposits in politically stable regions. We examine these developments and highlight exciting companies.
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Commented by Nico Popp on July 15th, 2026 | 08:20 CEST
Gold Giants Reposition: Newmont Raises Its Dividend, Orla Mining Merges, and Lahontan Gold Gets Ready for the Next Stage
The gold market has been quite volatile in recent months. Companies in the sector are benefiting from the uncertain landscape on the one hand, but are also struggling with operational challenges on the other. After hitting an all-time high of over USD 5,600 per ounce at the start of the year, the precious metal corrected significantly and is currently trading at around USD 4,000–4,150, after oil price spikes linked to the Middle East and interest rate concerns had temporarily pushed the price below USD 4,000. Central banks around the world are taking decisive action to support gold, with projected net purchases of up to 850 metric tons for the full year. Yet while producers' profit margins in the first quarter were impressive, averaging 35%, the industry's proven reserves continue to shrink. Because new greenfield discoveries are few and far between, established mining districts in politically stable regions such as the US state of Nevada or Canada are taking center stage. We shed light on this trend and highlight exciting companies.
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