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Commented by Nico Popp on September 29th, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Nevada Reshuffles: Barrick, Newmont and SSR Mining Pursue New Projects – Phenom Resources in the Middle of It
Gold is more relevant than ever. Persistent geopolitical risks and inflation concerns are driving investors increasingly toward the traditional safe haven. After a record high above USD 5,500 in January, the price of an ounce of gold traded around USD 4,150 at the end of September despite the recent correction, still firmly at historically elevated levels. For established producers in the US state of Nevada, this price environment is generating substantial cash flows, while operating costs for ongoing mining operations are also rising. This is forcing major mining companies to rethink their strategies and is creating new opportunities for agile exploration companies operating in the same region.
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Commented by Tarik Dede on September 25th, 2026 | 07:35 CEST
Gold Under the Spell of Interest Rates: Opportunities in Lundin Gold, Kobo Resources and Barrick Mining
Higher or lower interest rates? The Federal Reserve has responded to pressure from the bond markets and raised interest rates for the first time in many years. This is putting enormous strain on the US budget and could also further weigh on an already struggling real estate market. Gold investors initially reacted negatively, with the price correcting. However, this is likely to be only a temporary setback. Savvy central bankers, such as those at the People's Bank of China, are taking advantage of current prices to make substantial purchases. Buying activity in gold ETFs is also picking up. The current correction in the gold price should therefore be viewed primarily as an opportunity for stock investors looking at promising stocks. Today, we take a closer look at Lundin Gold, Kobo Resources and Barrick Mining.
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Commented by Stefan Bode on September 22nd, 2026 | 07:30 CEST
Between Change and Undervaluation – Berkshire Hathaway, Porsche, RE Royalties, Volkswagen and Warren Buffett
The most interesting opportunities in the stock market often emerge where perceived certainties and market consensus begin to erode. Especially when leadership changes are announced, and valuation discounts and operational cutbacks redefine a company's outlook, investors should take a closer look. Today's commentary examines such situations, highlighting how capital allocation, the market environment and strategic management decisions can shape expectations, risks and potential revaluations. In uncertain phases, a deeper look can offer important insights into the factors that may drive gains and losses in the coming quarters.
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Commented by Jens Castner on September 18th, 2026 | 09:40 CEST
A Firework Display of Returns: A Closer Look at the Dividend Standouts RTL Group, Mutares and RE Royalties
In volatile markets and amid economic uncertainty, dividends can be a rock in the storm. Yet investors do not necessarily have to rely on sluggish blue-chip stocks. Three companies from the small- and mid-cap segment are delivering a veritable return bonanza. The journey takes us from an established media group and an SDAX-listed turnaround specialist to a Canadian pioneer in renewable energy: At RTL, the acquisition of Sky Deutschland and a now-profitable streaming business are providing fresh momentum. Mutares selectively acquires loss-making divisions from major corporations and transforms them into reliable sources of returns for shareholders. And RE Royalties, with a dividend yield of more than 10%, outshines both—while a discreet sale process is taking place behind the scenes that could provide investors with an additional substantial takeover premium.
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Commented by Stefan Bode on September 18th, 2026 | 07:55 CEST
Rising Pressure, Avoiding Bankruptcy and a Turning Point—BayWa, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, Lahontan Gold, Realty Income
Rising global central bank interest rates, operational progress, and tough restructuring efforts are currently reshaping the outlook for companies and entire industries. It is precisely during such phases that the stock market distinguishes between genuine value with opportunity and mere hope accompanied by excessive risk. The following commentary shows how monetary policy pressures, strategic shifts, and the need for balance-sheet restructuring are reshaping the valuations of individual stocks. Investors who want to understand where further strain is looming and where revaluations are becoming possible should read on.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on September 17th, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Barrick Mining, DRC Gold and B2Gold: Three Gold Plays That Could Benefit Investors from the Next Price Surge
Gold has long been more than just a hedge against crisis. Central banks keep buying, while new mines take years to start producing. This imbalance plays into the hands of the gold price. But what is the best way to profit from it? Those who hold physical gold participate directly in price movements. Mining stocks can see significantly greater price swings depending on their stage of development. Whether large-scale ongoing production, new resources, or expandable output is the better path depends on the individual company. We therefore examine how this leverage differs among Barrick Mining, DRC Gold and B2Gold.
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Commented by Matthias Schomber on September 16th, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
Allianz: Is Sentiment Turning? AI Shock at Aixtron! Resource Gem Power Metallic Mines Poised for an Upswing?
Allianz has been stoically following its upward trend, or so it seemed until recently, but that may now be coming to an end, as sentiment threatens to shift. Aixtron, the former high-flyer in the semiconductor sector, has already been through this—amid heated AI debates, the stock recently took another sudden, massive tumble before plummeting. Is that it, or is there more to come? Meanwhile, new hope is sprouting in the commodities sector, as Power Metallic Mines is causing a stir with its high-grade discoveries. Does the stock's recent drawdown now present an attractive buying opportunity? So many questions! We take a detailed look at the numbers, risks, and opportunities for these three stocks. Find out where an interesting investment for your portfolio might be lurking right now.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 15th, 2026 | 07:55 CEST
Dividends: Headwinds for Allianz and TotalEnergies – RE Royalties in an Interesting Position
Making your money work for you – that is probably every investor's dream. Dividends can be the key to achieving that. But a generous cash flow today is worthless if the underlying business models are already obsolete tomorrow. Taking a sober look at the balance sheet is no longer enough to reliably assess which dividend stock is truly sustainable—both in terms of consistent payouts and ESG criteria. We take a closer look at three dividend stocks with a promising future and show what role these shares could play in a portfolio.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 8th, 2026 | 08:00 CEST
Banking Shock at Bank of America and Deutsche Bank? We Know the Landmines – and Lahontan Gold Offers a Solution
When interest rates rise, and the mountains of debt in Western industrialised nations grow ever higher, experience shows that investors view the financial system with increasing unease. The automatic tendency to simply park liquidity in accounts or invest it in government bonds is being called into question. On both sides of the Atlantic, the strain is becoming palpable. While US public finances are suffering from ever-higher interest rates, ailing infrastructure and high energy prices are weighing on Europe's economic potential. This also shines a spotlight on banks, which, as key players in the financial system, serve as a barometer of financial stability. Resourceful investors are already changing their behaviour and turning their attention increasingly to crisis-proof tangible assets such as gold.
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Commented by Stefan Bode on September 4th, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Technological Change, Abundant Resources and Financial Strength: Dell, Deutsche Bank and Lahontan Gold
Global financial markets have recently been showing great dynamism once again. While the booming market for artificial intelligence is driving unprecedented growth among traditional hardware suppliers, significant increases in commodity reserves are bolstering the share-price potential of future producers. At the same time, the banking sector is signaling a new era of profitability through operational economies of scale and record profits. Technical chart breakouts and significant upward revisions to forecasts underpin the strength of these diverse industry players, which are currently attracting investor interest.
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