Mining
Commented by Armin Schulz on February 21st, 2024 | 07:30 CET
Barrick Gold, Desert Gold, Renk - Golden times everywhere?
The world is full of economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions. These are ideal conditions for gold, which is still considered a safe haven. There are now several factors that point to a sustained upswing in gold prices. One factor is the increased involvement of central banks, which are increasing their reserves to an extent not seen for decades. Another factor is the discussion within the BRICS nations about introducing a new currency backed by gold as a counterweight to the dominant US dollar. Therefore, today, we look at two gold companies and shed light on Renk, a representative of the defense industry, which is also experiencing golden times.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on February 21st, 2024 | 07:15 CET
Saturn Oil + Gas, Plug Power, Deutsche Pfandbriefbank - Energy shares and falling knives - where is it worth getting in?
The Canadian company Saturn Oil & Gas has announced its capital and operating budget plans for 2024. The main focus is on sustainable oil and gas production with high capital returns, a structured capital allocation and continuous rapid debt repayment. Plug Power is also gaining momentum and taking strong cost-saving measures to maintain its position at the forefront as a green hydrogen provider. Deutsche Pfandbriefbank (pbb) came under the spotlight last week as investors dumped shares due to its involvement in the US office real estate market. Is this bank a falling knife, or does this week offer a potential entry point? We provide the background.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on February 21st, 2024 | 07:00 CET
Top news: BYD, Bayer and Globex Mining
Bayer shocked investors yesterday with the announcement of its dividend cut, which shouldn't have been much of a surprise. The Company is burdened with high debt, endless legal fines, and an empty pharmaceutical pipeline. In an initial reaction, analysts have lowered the share price target. BYD, on the other hand, is doing well operationally. Only the share price is not picking up. Will a share buyback turn the share price around? For those who want to profit from the commodity boom with reduced risk, then Globex Mining's stock is attractive. The news flow is strong, and those who act quickly can still register and follow the live presentation of the mining incubator at the 10th International Investment Forum, IIF, today.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on February 20th, 2024 | 08:15 CET
Rheinmetall, Almonty Industries, Applied Materials - From high to high
The rally in chip stocks continues unabated. After ARM opened its books last week, investors bought as if there was no tomorrow. This week's figures from top dog Nvidia promise to be exciting. Will the share continue its upward trend, or will Wednesday herald an extended correction? Defense stocks are also at the forefront of the outperformers. As orders in the sector continue to rise, investors should take a look at the producers of the raw materials needed for the systems.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on February 19th, 2024 | 07:15 CET
Defense Metals, BYD, Rheinmetall - No high-tech technology without this resource
In today's technology-driven world, rare earths have become indispensable building blocks for modern high-tech applications. From high-performance electric vehicles, which promise environmentally conscious mobility, to sophisticated equipment in the defense industry, whose importance increases in times of geopolitical tensions - rare earths are everywhere. These elements, often invisible yet crucial, enable the functionality and efficiency of devices and systems used in our daily lives, such as smartphones. Rare earths have become a silent backbone of technological innovation and security policy, whose availability and control can play a decisive role in economic success and strategic superiority.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on February 19th, 2024 | 07:00 CET
Renk, Manuka Resources, and Airbus with explosive news
Germany's leading index, the DAX, managed to surpass the 17,000-point mark significantly this week, reaching a new all-time high at 17,198.50 points. After a weak IPO year in Germany in 2023, in which only three companies dared to go public, the Renk Group set an exclamation mark with a rocket launch. Whether the high level of the DAX can be maintained will also depend on Allianz, Fresenius and Heidelberg Materials, which will publish their figures for the past financial year in the coming week.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on February 16th, 2024 | 07:15 CET
Almonty Industries, thyssenkrupp, Rheinmetall: Three metal industry shares in focus
The metal industry contributes globally to the development of various sectors through continuous innovation driven by mining, R&D and technological advances. Tough times lie ahead for thyssenkrupp. During the Annual General Meeting, CEO Miguel López emphasized that energy costs for steel production will account for up to half of total costs. Quo Vadis, Germany, as a business location? So, let's take a look at South Korea, another renowned steel producer. The tungsten mining company Almonty Industries is positioning itself as a pioneer here, aiming to cover 7% of the global market. Its strategy involves mining in democratically governed countries and establishing first-class trade partners such as the US and South Korea. Given the geopolitical tensions, in which 90% of tungsten production comes from China and Russia, investors should analyze Almonty more closely. Meanwhile, Rheinmetall, an arms manufacturer, is enjoying full-order books and, for the first time, is exploring a completely new technology division for its portfolio expansion.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on February 15th, 2024 | 07:00 CET
Manuka Resources, Delivery Hero, Siemens Energy: Project innovations for significant growth
Vanadium is a critical raw material that is considered an important addition to conventional lithium-ion batteries due to its high energy density. It is used in electric vehicles as well as in vanadium redox flow batteries for long-term storage of renewable energy. Manuka Resources is on the verge of developing a vanadium area off the coast of New Zealand and is securing fresh capital for this purpose. Delivery Hero is also talking about opening up new regions. Expanding international business for the Berlin-based platform operator is one of the priorities for 2024. Siemens Energy is also focusing on expansion. The Germans are heading far west, to 'the land of the free and the home of the brave'...
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on February 14th, 2024 | 07:15 CET
TUI, Royal Helium, thyssenkrupp nucera - Significant increases create room for improvement
The reporting season for the full year 2023 has already passed its peak and is entering its final phase this week. Many companies were able to defy the weakening economic environment, delivering positive surprises in both the publication of the figures for the past financial year and in the forecasts for 2024. Tourism stocks, in particular, which have weakened in recent months, could experience a rebound as a result. Following the correction, analysts also see considerable potential in companies from the renewable energy sector.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on February 14th, 2024 | 07:00 CET
Plug Power, Bayer, Defense Metals: Shares in panic mode
Is everything not so bad at Plug Power, after all? In January, the hydrogen specialist triggered panic among investors with an announced capital increase. Now, the CEO is suddenly rowing back. So, should one buy the stock now? One analyst advises caution. Bayer shareholders are also in panic mode. The downward trend of the share simply cannot find a bottom. Even at this level, analysts are cautious. Defense Metals, on the other hand, is benefiting from panic - because this concerns the supply of rare earths. The dependence on China is enormous. Defense Metals aims to change this with its rare earth project in Canada. The Company CEO expressed confidence in an interview, stating that an important agreement has been reached with the local population, and important dates are on the horizon.
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