Lithium
Commented by Fabian Lorenz on June 2nd, 2025 | 07:15 CEST
Alarm bells ringing for rare earths and record highs for hydrogen! Hensoldt, Plug Power, Mercedes, and BMW partner European Lithium
Rare earths are increasingly being used as a weapon in geopolitics. "The last remaining stocks will likely be used up within four to six weeks. Then parts of production will have to be shut down," warns Christian Grimmelt of the consulting firm Berylls by AlixPartners in Wirtschaftswoche. This could benefit European Lithium's stock. The Company not only aims to supply lithium to BMW but is also developing a rare earths project in Greenland. Is the defense industry also affected by the shortage of raw materials? Perhaps. For now, the FOMO rally is driving defense stocks to new all-time highs. But caution is advised: according to analysts, Hensoldt shares, for example, have a 30% downside risk. Plug Power, on the other hand, has had to cope with many setbacks in recent months. Its shares are at rock bottom. Could a milestone in its home market bring about a turnaround?
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Commented by Armin Schulz on May 27th, 2025 | 07:20 CEST
Tariff chaos as a springboard: How Volkswagen, European Lithium, and BYD are securing future profits
The global automotive industry is in a quandary: New US punitive tariffs of up to 50% on imported vehicles threaten to sideline European manufacturers. Even though Donald Trump is giving Europe more time for negotiations, the tariffs are still on the table. These tariffs would result in a slump in exports and shrinking margins. But there is also an opportunity amid the chaos. Those who strengthen local supply chains, drive forward electric innovations, and cooperate strategically will dominate tomorrow's market. Therefore, we look at two major automakers, Volkswagen and BYD, and analyze European Lithium, which will become very important for European supply chains.
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Commented by Nico Popp on May 23rd, 2025 | 07:00 CEST
The low-cost electric vehicle is here! Opportunities at BYD, Albemarle Corporation, and European Lithium
The Dolphin Surf is set to be a game-changer for BYD. For the first time, a compact electric vehicle costs less than EUR 20,000. It features modern technology without compromise. The Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer is striking a chord with buyers who have long wished for an affordable electric vehicle for city driving. We explain what this means for the European electric vehicle market and where investors can seize opportunities now.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on May 15th, 2025 | 07:15 CEST
100% buying frenzy at Palantir, investors look to D-Wave, European Lithium, and SMCI
First the sell-off, then a new high for the year. Investors can speculate about which of the recent erratic movements was the "right" one. A 20% correction in response to unresolved tariff claims was followed by a 30% rally to new highs of over 23,900 points on the DAX 40 index. The NASDAQ saw an even sharper correction, with tech stock Palantir halving in value before doubling again within four weeks. In between, Q1 figures were released that, in truth, merely met expectations. SMCI and D-Wave Quantum are now back in the spotlight due to their high beta. For those focusing on Greenland and strategic metals, European Lithium is worth a closer look. We help with the analysis.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on May 15th, 2025 | 07:10 CEST
Exploding profits? BYD's exports, Power Metallic Mines' drilling, Mercedes-Benz's tariff tactics
The mobility transition is accelerating, but the road to an electric future is fraught with dynamics and dilemmas. While global demand for electric vehicles is exploding, shortages of key raw materials such as nickel, copper, lithium, and cobalt threaten to slow down ambitions. Innovations in recycling, alternative materials, and ethical sourcing are becoming a decisive competitive advantage. At the same time, new technologies and government subsidies are pushing the market into an era full of opportunities. Three players are at the center of this upheaval: BYD as a battery pioneer, Power Metallic Mines as a raw material supplier, and Mercedes-Benz as a premium manufacturer, who are jointly rewriting the rules of the green revolution.
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Commented by Nico Popp on May 5th, 2025 | 07:10 CEST
Lithium Made in Europe: European Lithium, SQM, Stellantis, and the supply chains of the future
Electromobility is booming - but without lithium, there are no batteries, and without batteries, there is no mobility transition. While major corporations like SQM from Chile dominate the market, European Lithium is working to make Europe more independent. At the same time, manufacturers such as Stellantis are establishing local supply chains to decouple themselves from global supply risks. We outline the situation in the lithium market and take a European perspective.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on April 28th, 2025 | 07:10 CEST
BYD doubles profits, European Lithium unlocks Greenland's treasures – can Volkswagen still keep up?
The global automotive industry is in turmoil. While the US is trying to seal off the market with drastic tariffs, Europe is seeking to reduce its dependence on raw materials. Lithium – the "white gold" of e-mobility – is becoming the key to technological sovereignty. That is why 47 projects in 13 member states are being funded. But can European manufacturers break their dependence on China while trade conflicts tear supply chains apart? And who stands to gain when protectionism meets innovation? BYD aims to expand westward. European Lithium seeks to mine the raw material in Austria. Volkswagen is struggling with US tariffs and trying to maintain its market share in China. The Financial Times recently reported that Donald Trump wants to accommodate automakers on tariffs.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on April 23rd, 2025 | 07:20 CEST
40% SHARE PRICE EXPLOSION! Commodity war drives Standard Lithium and BMW partner European Lithium! News from Evotec!
Price explosion at Standard Lithium! The share price rose by more than 40% yesterday. The joint venture with Norwegian energy company Equinor has been classified as a "critical mineral project" by the US government. This indicates that the raw materials war with China goes far beyond rare earths. European Lithium has lithium and rare earths to offer. The stock is a real bargain, as illustrated by the new details on the rare earth project in Greenland. Talks are already underway with defense companies from the US and Europe, and analysts see multiplication potential. Evotec shareholders had likely hoped for a somewhat bigger price explosion following the presentation of the new corporate strategy. However, the biotech company is bidding farewell to its strong growth trajectory.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on April 15th, 2025 | 07:10 CEST
Volkswagen, European Lithium, Xiaomi – Who benefits from the tariff hammer
With the surprising tariff exemptions for certain product groups like smartphones and computers, the US government provided some relief for the global financial markets over the weekend, which even pushed the German leading index DAX back towards the 21,000-point mark. However, the next shock could be on its way. As early as this week, Trump is expected to address the tariffs on semiconductors.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on April 10th, 2025 | 07:20 CEST
Tariffs, rare earths, Greenland, and Trump! BYD, European Lithium, VW, and thyssenkrupp in focus
The cat is out of the bag! Donald Trump is imposing tariffs of 20 to 34%, thus snubbing his transatlantic trade partners. What has worked well for years is now being put to the test. It did not take long for reactions to the extensive tariff plans to materialize. The state and party leadership in Beijing responded to Trump's ultimatum by announcing counter-tariffs of 34 to 84%. This means that the escalation spiral in the trade dispute between the USA and China continues. The EU had already imposed some additional tariffs in March and is now waiting to see whether the US administration will change its mind. Meanwhile, the focus is once again on rare earths, as China is now imposing export restrictions on this precious commodity. Trump's imperialism is also targeting Greenland again. This is an interesting situation for investors.
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