Mining
Commented by André Will-Laudien on June 4th, 2025 | 07:00 CEST
With gold over USD 3,400 - 100% gains in no time: Gerresheimer, Desert Gold, Hensoldt, and RENK
Rumors about Jerome Powell's resignation were circulating at the beginning of the week. Described as very "hawkish," meaning he strictly aligns interest rates with inflation, he is an uncomfortable contemporary for President Donald Trump. The US administration needs a lot of money to get the outdated infrastructure and the entire economy back on track. Numerous campaign promises for a flourishing America can only be fulfilled by the flamboyant frontman if sufficient funds are available. This is a difficult undertaking due to the very high level of government debt. The credit rating agency Moody's is not intimidated by the president's threats and recently downgraded the US credit rating by one notch to AA1. Triple-A status is now history. This is a perfect setup for gold, with the precious metal rising again to over USD 3,400. Where are the opportunities for investors?
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Commented by Armin Schulz on June 3rd, 2025 | 07:05 CEST
The Pentagon Connection: How Almonty Industries is leveraging military demand for tungsten to generate record profits
Global supply chains for critical minerals are facing a turning point. As China curbs its exports, Almonty Industries is stepping into the spotlight. Through strategic moves, the tungsten specialist is catapulting itself into a key position for Western industry. This year's latest developments - from billion-dollar contracts to relocation to the US - point to enormous growth potential. For investors, this could become one of the most exciting commodity stories of the year.
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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 André Will-Laudien on June 2nd, 2025 | 07:05 CEST
Madness: New tariffs - no, yes, or maybe not? Trump moves thyssenkrupp, Power Metallic, RENK, and Plug Power
The stock markets have rarely seen such volatility. At this point, there are multiple shifts in direction on every trading day, triggered by the latest headlines from the White House. Last week was almost entirely about tariffs, with Putin's war and Trump's peace promises already forgotten. The world continues to live in uncertainty due to the prevailing war scenario, with no stone left unturned. This environment makes it clear: secure supply routes for raw materials will be essential in the coming period. In the defense industry in particular, metal shortages could become a showstopper. Investors can benefit from the current trends through careful selection as Western industrialized nations are stepping on the gas. Where are the big return generators hiding?
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Commented by Nico Popp on May 30th, 2025 | 10:15 CEST
Defense boom, tungsten shock, Nasdaq listing: Is Almonty the most exciting stock of 2025?
Many investors dream of getting in on a stock at the right time - just before it takes off. Shares in tungsten producer Almonty Industries have already staged a unique rally this year. The revaluation is, therefore, in full swing. But how much further can the stock go? While analysts at Sphene Capital see further upside potential of 100%, events are unfolding rapidly – at Almonty and around the world. We explain what makes Almonty Industries such an interesting investment story.
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Commented by Nico Popp on May 29th, 2025 | 07:30 CEST
"Best-in-Class" – How sustainability generates returns: Rio Tinto, Barrick Gold, and Power Metallic Mines
Large commodity companies such as Rio Tinto and Barrick Gold regularly had to listen to criticism at their annual general meetings: Activist shareholders and investors with a long-term focus called for greater sustainability. And not without reason: In 2020, mining was responsible for 4 to 7% of greenhouse gas emissions. A lot has happened since then. Regulatory requirements and investment principles, such as the "Best-in-Class" approach, reward innovators in the field of sustainability. We explain how ESG can boost returns in mining.
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Commented by Mario Hose on May 28th, 2025 | 18:10 CEST
War, crisis, scarcity: This inconspicuous metal is causing stock prices to rise!
While Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meets with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin today, market attention is turning to a critical but widely underestimated commodity: tungsten. In an increasingly confrontational global environment, the importance of strategic metals is growing - not only for the defense industry, but also for the energy and tech sectors. And right in the middle of it all is Almonty Industries Inc., an up-and-coming producer with projects in Portugal and South Korea, preparing to make the Western world independent of Chinese tungsten supplies. Read more in the report.
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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 Stefan Feulner on May 27th, 2025 | 07:05 CEST
Bayer, Desert Gold, Snowflake – Breakout imminent
US President Donald Trump's tariff hammer against the European Union caused stock markets to falter at the close of the trading week, but the postponement of the measures by four weeks eased tensions over the weekend. As a result, Germany's leading index, the DAX, got off to a flying start to the week, regaining the 24,000-point mark. However, uncertainties remain, meaning the safe haven gold could once again rise to new highs.
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Commented by Nico Popp on May 27th, 2025 | 07:00 CEST
This commodity rule no longer applies: Barrick Gold, BHP Group, Globex Mining
The mining industry is undergoing change: ESG criteria are playing an increasingly important role. Megatrends such as the electrification of mobility and industry are changing global demand for commodities. At the same time, security of supply is becoming more critical due to increasing geopolitical tensions. Today, we take a look at three companies – Barrick Gold, BHP Group and Globex Mining – and explain why investors need to rethink their approach to commodity stocks, as old principles no longer apply in today's market.
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