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Commented by Nico Popp on February 20th, 2026 | 07:25 CET
Agricultural revolution breaks the billion-dollar barrier: Why MustGrow Biologics, Bayer, and Bioceres Crop Solutions are ending the era of chemicals
The agricultural industry is currently transitioning from toxic chemicals to high-performance biologics. In this market environment, various players are positioning themselves with complementary strategies to capture the gigantic market for sustainable crop protection, which is expected to generate billions of dollars in revenue in the future. The ongoing deterioration of farmland and increasingly restrictive regulations are forcing farmers and corporations alike to rethink their approaches. It is no longer just about purely ecological ideals, but about food for humanity. Established agricultural giants and innovative technology companies are working feverishly to secure yields without further depleting nature. In this race, clear winners are emerging who are laying the foundation for the agriculture of the future and offering investors unprecedented opportunities. MustGrow Biologics is an exciting candidate.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on February 19th, 2026 | 07:20 CET
From raw material to reactor: How Cameco, Stallion Uranium, and Constellation Energy are capitalizing on the AI-driven energy crisis
Artificial intelligence and its thirsty data centers are driving electricity demand to new heights, while geopolitical tensions and years of underinvestment are strangling the supply of uranium. Analysts predict a multiplication of the price of uranium, as mines are currently producing only three-quarters of the material needed. At the same time, US policy is pushing for the construction of dozens of new reactors and classifying nuclear power as critical infrastructure. That is why it is worth taking a look at three companies today: primary producer Cameco, exploration specialist Stallion Uranium, and reactor operator Constellation Energy.
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Commented by Nico Popp on February 19th, 2026 | 07:05 CET
"Property Bank" for the raw materials era: Globex Mining combines the best of Franco-Nevada and Altius
The current market phase is a turning point for the global mining industry. While gold prices above USD 5,000 per ounce and a structural copper deficit dominate the headlines in the financial press, traditional explorers are struggling with the harsh reality in the background: drilling costs are skyrocketing, approval processes are taking forever, and the risk of drilling a "dry hole" has never been more expensive than it is today. In an environment of growing operational risks, a business model that creates security through scale and diversification is gaining in importance: the so-called "property bank." While industry giants such as Franco-Nevada shine with substantial revenues from royalties and Altius Minerals creates value as a project generator, a smaller but highly agile player combines both worlds in a single stock. With a portfolio of over 250 projects, Globex Mining effectively offers investors a commodity ETF in a single holding, without any of the debt or dilution risks of a conventional mining operator.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on February 19th, 2026 | 07:00 CET
Gold stock set to MULTIPLY? Could Desert Gold outshine Barrick Mining, B2Gold, and others?
While the price of gold remains above USD 5,000 per troy ounce, one country is staging a spectacular comeback. After two years of negative headlines, the government appears to be reassessing its approach and is seeking renewed cooperation with gold companies. The West African country will remain strategically important in the future, not just for Barrick Mining and B2Gold. As a result, gold companies operating there are likely to see a stock market resurgence. Desert Gold clearly stands out as a potential outperformer, with its Mali activities currently barely reflected in the stock price. Analysts see potential for substantial gains.
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Commented by Nico Popp on February 18th, 2026 | 07:35 CET
People Make Markets: Why NEO Battery Materials Could Now Repeat the Successes of Patriot Battery and Enovix
In the global battery market, the harsh reality has set in that a patent alone is worthless if it cannot be scaled. History is full of start-ups that delivered brilliant lab results but failed in the transition to mass production. Today, professional investors are looking less at theoretical energy densities and more at the minds behind the business. If you want to build billion-dollar factories and manage complex supply chains, you need doers, not theorists. Recent history provides impressive evidence of this: Patriot Battery Metals exploded on the stock market when lithium legend Ken Brinsden took the helm. Enovix is winning the confidence of the markets thanks to the iron fist of chip veteran T.J. Rodgers. Now, NEO Battery Materials is preparing to play the same card. The company is not only banking on a disruptive silicon anode, but also on a management team that comes from the heart of South Korea's battery superpower – reinforced by strategic new additions from the military.
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Commented by Nico Popp on February 18th, 2026 | 07:25 CET
The Transaction Era: Why Desert Gold Ventures Emerges as the Clear Winner in West Africa – B2Gold Watches, Robex Resources as a Blueprint
The spotlight at Mining Indaba 2026 in Cape Town in early February illuminated a new reality that goes far beyond production quotas and drilling results. A term emerged from the panel discussions that defines future commodity policy: "transactional." The era of purely ideological alliances is giving way to a pragmatic age in which security of supply and access to resources are the currency of geopolitics. In this new global structure, in which the West, China, and the Global South are vying for influence, Africa is no longer positioning itself as a supplicant but as a strategic partner on an equal footing. Capital follows this logic. However, it does not flow indiscriminately, but rather targets the most geologically productive regions. In the gold sector, this means that all eyes are on the Senegal-Mali Shear Zone (SMSZ). In this world-class district, a small explorer controls the key to the longevity of the giants there: Desert Gold Ventures. While B2Gold and Robex Resources manage their billion-dollar assets, Desert Gold sits on strategic reserves that are likely to become very expensive in a transactional world.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on February 18th, 2026 | 07:00 CET
Forget the automakers: Deutsche Telekom, RE Royalties, and BASF are the new anchors for your income in 2026
The message sounds promising: EUR 52.9 billion for shareholders. But those who rely on the familiar dividend stars could be in for a nasty surprise in 2026. While global distributions are crawling along and growth has halved to 2.7%, a quiet power shift is taking place in portfolios. Former dividend kings, like the automakers, are hitting the brakes, while banks and financiers are setting the pace. For investors, this means paying closer attention. A closer look at Deutsche Telekom, RE Royalties, and BASF shows where the real opportunities for 2026 might lie.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on February 17th, 2026 | 08:00 CET
From CAD 0.10 to CAD 0.81? Why Desert Gold is now poised for revaluation
The lines between hope and substance are often blurred in the commodities sector. However, a clear turning point is emerging at Desert Gold Ventures. The company, which has projects in Mali and Côte d'Ivoire, has moved beyond the phase of pure speculation. While the market still considers the stock to be in the exploration segment, preparations for gold production at the fully approved SMSZ project in Mali are already in full swing. With oversubscribed financing, solid profitability figures, and a clear timeline, the course is set for production. Investors who want to recognize the transition from explorer to producer in good time would do well to take a closer look now.
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Commented by Nico Popp on February 17th, 2026 | 07:10 CET
The Dividend Trap: Why RE Royalties Offers Greater Structural Stability Than Petrobras and Maersk
In times of geopolitical uncertainty and volatile markets, investors seek dependable cash flow. Dividend stocks are often perceived as a safe haven in stormy weather, but appearances can often be deceiving. Investors who focus solely on headline dividend yields frequently ignore the structural risks embedded in the underlying business model. An oil major exposed to political interference or a shipping conglomerate whose earnings fluctuate with freight rate cycles may struggle to sustain dividend commitments over the long term. In this environment, it is worth taking a closer look at the substance. While giants such as Petrobras and AP Moller-Maersk are struggling with cyclical challenges, Canadian niche player RE Royalties has developed a model positioned to benefit from one of the biggest investment waves of our time - while elegantly sidestepping many of the typical industry risks.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on February 13th, 2026 | 07:00 CET
DroneShield responds! Globex Mining steals the show from Barrick Mining and MP Materials!
DroneShield has finally responded. A new COO is expected to boost investor confidence and sales. Will that be enough? Globex Mining is currently being discovered by investors. The mining incubator enables risk-reduced investment in the field of resource exploration. In addition to numerous exciting gold projects, successes have also recently been reported in critical raw materials such as antimony and rare earths. The stock has started the new year strongly, outperforming companies like Barrick Mining and MP Materials. The latter stock is currently showing noticeable weakness, while Barrick was unable to trigger a rally with its actually strong figures for 2025. The next ace up its sleeve is an IPO. But its eternal rival, Newmont, is causing problems.
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