Hydrogen
Commented by Stefan Feulner on September 11th, 2024 | 07:45 CEST
BioNTech, First Hydrogen, and TSMC with big announcements
As we enter the final third of what has so far been a successful 2024 stock market year, uncertainties and volatility are increasing. Even the seemingly invincible chip giant Nvidia has lost around a quarter of its stock market value since its highs in mid-June. On the other hand, other companies that have fallen sharply in recent months have reported positive news that could herald a possible rebound.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 9th, 2024 | 07:00 CEST
100% gains with auto stocks! BYD and dynaCERT are already on the launch pad. Are VW, BMW and Mercedes low enough yet?
Growing market shares through progress and innovation. While Chinese e-mobility is vehemently pushing into Europe, local manufacturers face a strategic dilemma. After all, combustion engines are currently still in demand, but what will things look like in 10 years? European car manufacturers currently have to pursue an expensive dual strategy in order to generate revenue. This means that they must not lose pace with developments in the electric vehicle sector while the combustion engine business continues to run at full throttle. While BMW will start series production of fuel cell cars in 2028, the Canadian hydrogen specialist dynaCERT is already in full swing. Where are the opportunities for resourceful investors?
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 4th, 2024 | 07:15 CEST
DAX correction - Time to sell defense stocks? Rheinmetall, Renk, First Hydrogen, thyssenkrupp, and nucera
What an incredible rally in just four weeks! At the beginning of August, the DAX 40 index was still at 17,200 points - yesterday, for the first time, it was close to the 19,000 mark. And all against the backdrop of a flimsy interest rate cut announcement from the US. Once again, investors are betting on a big wave of interest rate cuts, but will they materialize? Although inflation is falling slightly, the price of goods and services has risen by a good 50% in the last four years. We are not referring to the misleading consumer price index of the statisticians but rather to the "menu of the people." We are talking about restaurants, consumption, mobility, and housing. The most significant increase has likely been in the housing sector, where energy prices, insurance costs, and rents have risen dramatically. Soon, even homeowners will be affected by property tax, as the wheel of inflation continues to turn. Equities have once again surged ahead as war and expensive raw materials fuel the market. Where are the opportunities for investors?
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on September 4th, 2024 | 07:00 CEST
BMW focuses on hydrogen! Takeover (fantasy) at BYD, Nel and dynaCERT
BMW recently sold more electric vehicles in Germany than Tesla. However, the Munich-based company does not want to rest on its laurels and is working on various propulsion systems - including hydrogen! BMW plans to intensify its collaboration with Toyota on fuel cells, demonstrating that hydrogen technology remains in demand among global giants. This also fuels the takeover fantasy at Nel. Could the same be true for dynaCERT? The Company's hydrogen technology reduces emissions in diesel vehicles, and the new CEO has strong connections in Europe. And what is BYD doing? So far, the German market has not been fully penetrated, but now the Chinese company is looking to make a significant push.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on September 2nd, 2024 | 07:55 CEST
Globex Mining, Bayer, and Plug Power - Which company offers the best return with low risk?
Investors understand the interplay between risk and return. Which sectors offer high returns? The Canadian commodities company Globex Mining skillfully balances risk and return in the commodities sector with its diversified portfolio of over 200 commodities projects in North America and Europe. Its setup is akin to a mini-version of Berkshire Hathaway. Bayer AG is tapping into new growth opportunities in the pharmaceuticals sector with its Phase III study for a lung cancer drug. This is much needed as numerous patents are expiring. Plug Power, a pioneer in hydrogen technology is putting all its eggs in one basket - with the potential for huge profits but also considerable losses, as evidenced by the share price plunge from USD 70 in 2021 to currently below USD 3 shows. Which company offers the best return with low risk?
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on September 2nd, 2024 | 07:15 CEST
PayPal, Desert Gold Ventures, and Nel ASA facing decisive milestones
Despite fears of recession and increasing geopolitical tensions, Germany's leading index, the DAX, and the Dow Jones reached historic highs and generated fresh buy signals. The precious metal gold is also unstoppable and, after a brief breather, is once again targeting the USD 2,531 per ounce mark. The smaller gold producers and exploration companies, which have so far hardly been able to capitalize on the strong rise, should also benefit disproportionately from a longer bull run.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on August 26th, 2024 | 07:00 CEST
Plug Power, First Hydrogen, thyssenkrupp nucera - Could multiples like in the dot-com era be possible?
The current hydrogen industry is strongly reminiscent of the dot-com era: back then, many internet stocks were considered temporary flops, but some survived and prospered, with Amazon being a prime example. When the dot-com bubble burst, Amazon emerged stronger and became a global economic giant. Similarly, just as there were skeptics about the long-term success of early internet companies, today there are doubts about the long-term viability of hydrogen technology. However, history teaches us that in the midst of many failures, some standout players can emerge that revolutionize the industry and create long-term value. We look at three possible candidates.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on August 22nd, 2024 | 07:00 CEST
RWE, dynaCERT, Mercedes-Benz: Energy of the future - Hydrogen vs Electric
The energy transition is at the center of the strategies of RWE, dynaCERT, and Mercedes-Benz, each with different emphases. The energy company RWE is driving forward its hydrogen strategy with billions in investment and state subsidies. The Company plans to build electrolysers and hydrogen storage facilities, which, according to its IR Factbook, are the most promising components of its energy mix in the future. dynaCERT and its portfolio company Cipher Neutron are also focusing on innovative hydrogen solutions. Its AEM electrolysis technology, which is being researched in collaboration with Simon Fraser University, promises more efficient and cost-effective methods of hydrogen production. Mercedes-Benz, on the other hand, is struggling with the weaknesses of electric batteries. A severe fire involving an EV-Mercedes in an underground garage required over 8 hours of firefighting efforts, damaging 108 other vehicles and significantly damaging its reputation in one of its key markets...
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on August 20th, 2024 | 07:15 CEST
The world keeps turning! Caution with VW, Mercedes, Altech Advanced Materials, Plug Power, and Nel ASA!
E-mobility and the upstream battery market are making headlines. Following the abolition of tax incentives, the topic of "electric mobility" has to face up to the harsh market conditions. Hydrogen is also competing, but it is currently still far too expensive to be economically successful. This leaves us with battery technologies, which are used both in energy storage systems and in vehicles. The near bankruptcy of Varta shows how tough the market has become here. There is plenty of room for innovative ideas! Altech Advanced Materials is making waves in German engineering with solid concepts. The market eagerly awaits the first mid-sized products, while many other market players must first justify their billion-dollar valuations. We take a closer look.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on August 15th, 2024 | 07:45 CEST
Starbucks, First Hydrogen, Amazon - Which industry has the greatest growth potential?
The markets are on the move. Large companies such as Starbucks are facing new challenges as the system catering business stagnates. A rigorous CEO replacement is now intended to bring both the team and shareholders back to the core of the coffee roasting company: Entrepreneurial spirit, customer friendliness, and innovation. Brian Niccol, who has already set other system catering businesses on the road to success, has been appointed to the helm with these key words. All hopes are now pinned on him. In the booming hydrogen market, the Canadian company First Hydrogen has an entirely different set of challenges. With a focus on the logistics sector, the team is concentrating on developing a delivery van that companies like Amazon & Co can use. Initial tests under real-life conditions bode well: the First Hydrogen vehicle can cover a whopping 630 km on a single tank of hydrogen. Like Starbucks, Amazon is experiencing a slowdown in growth. New competitors, particularly from China, are appearing on the e-commerce scene. However, the Seattle-based company has a growth strategy that uses AI. Where is the greatest growth potential for investors?
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