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Commented by Armin Schulz on January 2nd, 2026 | 07:30 CET
China's battery brake: Why Fortune 500 companies from the US and Asia are now stocking up on NEO Battery Materials
The map of global battery production is shaking. China's latest export restrictions on high-performance lithium-ion batteries and key materials have sent shockwaves through technology companies and governments worldwide. Suddenly, the search for reliable, high-performance alternatives outside China is no longer a nice-to-have, but a strategic necessity. Into this gap steps an unusual player: NEO Battery Materials, a Canadian company that, at just the right moment, has leased a production-ready facility in South Korea. Its first customers, two global Fortune 500 automotive giants, are already setting the tone.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on January 2nd, 2026 | 07:20 CET
Correction in gold and silver? Margin calls? What this means for Kobo Resources, Barrick Mining, First Majestic, and the sector!
The bull market in precious metals came to an end in 2025 with prices close to all-time highs. Gold rose by around 65%, silver by around 150%. In the last days of last year, margin increases for metal futures on the CME, the world's largest futures exchange, led to a short-term correction in precious metal prices. US banks Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan remain bullish and expect gold prices to reach at least USD 4,900 this year. Experts identify interest rate cuts, strong physical demand, and purchases by central banks as the driving forces. These are good prospects for producers Barrick and First Majestic. Second-tier stocks such as Kobo Resources have recently outperformed blue chips and have a good chance of outperforming the market leaders this year.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on January 2nd, 2026 | 07:05 CET
Attention - fasten your seatbelts! 2026 could be a rocket launch for Novo Nordisk, Evotec, Bayer, and Vidac Pharma
The stock market is starting the new year 2026 in a buoyant mood. The mining and commodities sector showed that it is not only possible to make money with tech stocks, with almost every stock doubling in value, and some even increasing tenfold. The coming year, however, could bring yet another shift in perspective. The biotech sector has been quiet for quite some time, but some of the protagonists in our selection are showing, in part, significant technical base formations. For risk-aware investors, it may be time to reshuffle more decisively and realign portfolios. Come in and find out!
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on January 2nd, 2026 | 07:00 CET
Over 770% in 2025! Will the rally continue in 2026? Rheinmetall, Almonty Industries, MP Materials!
What a year for defense and critical raw materials. China is increasingly using its raw material wealth as a geopolitical weapon. The US, in particular, is responding consistently and pushing Western companies. Tungsten is emerging from the shadow of rare earths due to its strategic importance. Tungsten producer Almonty Industries is commissioning its massive mine in South Korea, and its share price is shooting up by 770%. Even MP Materials cannot keep up. However, it is also valued significantly higher. Will Almonty continue to catch up in 2026? And what is Rheinmetall doing? Growth in 2025 was less strong than expected. Nevertheless, analysts see price potential for Germany's largest defense contractor in 2026.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on December 30th, 2025 | 07:15 CET
Geopolitical flashpoint: Why Rio Tinto, Globex Mining, and BHP stand to benefit from trade wars
The global race for critical resources has entered an explosive phase. Driven by decarbonization and technological progress, structural shortages prevail. But now geopolitical power struggles are further heating up the situation: protectionist trade barriers and strategic control over supply chains are artificially reducing supply and catapulting the importance of independent producers into new spheres. In this environment, the strategies of commodity giants and emerging players are coming into sharp focus. Against this backdrop, it is worth taking a closer look at the positioning of Rio Tinto, Globex Mining, and BHP.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on December 30th, 2025 | 07:05 CET
Short squeeze alert in the silver market: First Majestic Silver, Silver Viper, and Pan American Silver in focus
Silver is experiencing an unprecedented rally. Driven by structural market shortages and massive industrial demand, the old price limits seem obsolete. This is especially true given the threat of a short squeeze, as some banks have built up short positions. But where does the sustainable potential lie? This development puts three players in particular in the spotlight: established producer First Majestic Silver, promising explorer Silver Viper, and industrial giant Pan American Silver.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on December 29th, 2025 | 07:35 CET
Rally in sight – Zinc is the secret beneficiary of the steel boom and electric vehicles! Recognize the potential in Pasinex Resources, BYD, and Salzgitter!
The year 2025 was marked by sharply rising prices for raw materials. These included precious metals, especially silver, critical raw materials, but also industrial metals such as copper. The bottom line is that this year's rally passed zinc by. Starting at high prices in January, the price of the volatile industrial metal fell by around 10% over the course of the year. Zinc is used in a wide range of industrial and technological applications: as corrosion protection for steel, in alloys, and as electrode material for certain types of batteries. As the long-term growth drivers remain intact, investing in zinc offers good opportunities. Companies such as Pasinex Resources, which have high-grade deposits and can therefore achieve well above-average margins, are to be favored.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on December 29th, 2025 | 07:30 CET
TUI pays dividends again, RE Royalties offers over 10% dividend, Allianz ensures stability – A strong income portfolio
In turbulent markets, savvy investors seek robust income streams that can withstand various economic cycles. The solution lies in a three-pronged approach that intelligently combines cyclical recovery, structural future growth, and defensive stability. This principle can be implemented in concrete terms with three complementary positions: TUI's tourism cash flow, the regenerative royalties of RE Royalties, and Allianz's reliable capital returns.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on December 29th, 2025 | 07:20 CET
Benefit from the NASDAQ initiative: How to position yourself for the tokenization boom with Finexity, Coinbase, and BlackRock
While traditional markets fluctuate, a revolution is taking place in the background. The tokenization of real assets on the blockchain is transforming real estate, art, and company shares into tradable digital assets, opening up a market that is forecast to reach USD 16 trillion by 2030. The drivers are no longer niche players, but established giants and new regulations such as MiCA in Europe. NASDAQ's push to be allowed to tokenize every listed stock starting in 2026 marks the transition from experimentation to widespread adoption. Three specific companies show how you can benefit from this: Finexity, Coinbase, and BlackRock.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on December 29th, 2025 | 07:10 CET
Three potential takeover candidates for 2026: Puma, RENK, and CHAR Technologies
Which companies could become acquisition targets in 2026, and where might shareholders benefit from strategic interest? Three names stand out. From the booming energy sector, CHAR Technologies is attracting attention. The Canadian company has only recently been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, but has already completed its development phase and is targeting strong revenue growth. CHAR benefits from strong partners such as ArcelorMittal, which could easily manage an acquisition. RENK is also a candidate: anchor shareholder KNDS could make good strategic use of an acquisition in the context of its IPO story, and the former RENK CFO is already on board. Things are also likely to remain interesting at Puma. According to analysts, a takeover premium of around 30% could be on the cards.
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