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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on December 5th, 2024 | 07:20 CET
Technological change and raw materials: Rheinmetall expands virtual training, Almonty plans breakthrough, Intel stumbles
The technology sector is going through turbulent times: the German defense contractor Rheinmetall is setting new standards in military training with virtual reality technology. The simulator, developed in collaboration with Hologate, can generate acceleration forces corresponding to twice the force of gravity. This makes training for military drivers feel incredibly realistic. Away from the tech giants, Canadian mining company Almonty Industries is preparing a strategic coup in South Korea: its Sangdong mine, equipped with state-of-the-art grinding equipment from Finnish company Metso, could soon break China's 80% dominance of the global tungsten market and become an important alternative source for the high-tech and defense industries. Chip giant Intel, on the other hand, is struggling to find its place in the AI boom after the surprising resignation of its CEO. In the third quarter of 2024 alone, the Company recorded a loss of USD 16.6 billion.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on December 4th, 2024 | 07:00 CET
JinkoSolar, Myriad Uranium, Plug Power – How the energy crisis can be solved
During the recent dark doldrums in Germany at the beginning of November 2024, the challenge of driving forward the energy transition exclusively with renewable sources once again became clear. Days with minimal wind and solar power production forced the country to rely heavily on fossil fuel power plants and expensive electricity imports. At the same time, energy demand is growing rapidly due to factors like electric mobility, digitalization, and industrial transformation. Given these dynamics, the debate over CO2-neutral, baseload-capable nuclear power plants is coming back into focus. Unlike wind and solar energy, these nuclear power plants provide reliable electricity and could make a decisive contribution to ensuring energy supply while meeting climate targets. We look at three companies and analyze what it takes to make these technologies a success.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on December 3rd, 2024 | 07:20 CET
Deutsche Telekom, Saturn Oil + Gas, and Rheinmetall – Succeeding despite the economic crisis!
While geopolitical tensions, high inflation rates, and economic uncertainties are shaking markets worldwide, some companies are defying the adverse conditions and demonstrating impressive growth. How do these companies manage to hold their ground in a seemingly constant storm and even increase their revenues and profits? Is it smart strategies, bold innovations, or simply adaptability that set them apart from the competition? This article takes a look at the success factors of three companies that are emerging as winners despite the most challenging of conditions.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on December 3rd, 2024 | 07:10 CET
Year-end rally: DAX high, Bitcoin, or gold? SMCI, Thunder Gold, Dell and SAP under the microscope
December begins as November ended: New highs on the DAX, high-tech stocks remain in demand, and Bitcoin and gold are consolidating slightly. With only 16 trading days left, now is the time to find the right portfolio structure for 2025. Despite unbridled investor optimism, next year could see a sector rotation that causes the overbought stocks to consolidate and brings long-neglected stocks to the forefront. At Super Micro Computer, many uncertainties are now being put into perspective. Its partner, Nvidia, has not been able to report any new highs since the Q3 figures. On the other hand, SAP is enjoying record growth, having seen one of the strongest rebounds since its founding. What happens now? Here are some ideas for risk-conscious investors.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on December 3rd, 2024 | 07:00 CET
Coinbase, Desert Gold Ventures, MicroStrategy – On to new records
Donald Trump's transformation from crypto skeptic to unconditional supporter boosted digital currencies after his election and brought Bitcoin close to the USD 100,000 mark. In contrast, precious metals lost ground following his election victory but have already regained their lost territory. While the gold price remains close to its historic highs, promising producers and exploration companies are far from record levels, offering substantial long-term catch-up potential.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on December 2nd, 2024 | 07:30 CET
Almost 200% upside potential! Plug Power, Renk, and F3 Uranium!
Uranium stocks from North America are likely to have a strong year in 2025. Russia and the US have imposed mutual export and import bans. At the same time, the US wants to triple its nuclear energy capacity. As a result, analysts see almost 200% upside potential for the Canadian uranium explorer F3 Uranium. The majority of experts also expect Renk's share price to rise. However, its performance this year is well behind that of Rheinmetall and Hensoldt. Plug Power is also likely to be among the disappointments of the year. However, JPMorgan believes the hydrogen company is well positioned and includes it in its list of top sustainability picks for 2025. Rightly so?
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on November 29th, 2024 | 07:00 CET
RWE, Globex Mining, Plug Power - Energy transition: Euphoria, disillusionment, and investment opportunities
The path to a sustainable energy supply is not linear but is characterized by successes, setbacks and surprising developments. Despite possible supply risks, the German energy giant RWE is posting record earnings of EUR 4 billion (EBITDA) and is a thorn in the side of the Federal Cartel Office due to its market dominance. With its "mineral bank" model, mining specialist Globex Mining proves how traditional commodity businesses can also develop sustainably. The mining sector faces a double challenge: on the one hand, the industry contributes massively to the increased carbon footprint, while on the other hand, it is indispensable for the energy transition, as the demand for metals for batteries and renewable energies is increasing dramatically. With over 252 projects and smart royalty rights, Globex Mining is growing continuously, and its enterprise value is increasing. Hydrogen pioneer Plug Power, on the other hand, is struggling with a significant 20% revenue drop despite ambitious growth targets. "Hope dies last," one thinks when considering the perseverance of Plug Power's management. Where do investment opportunities lie?
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on November 28th, 2024 | 07:15 CET
Barrick Gold, Desert Gold, Novo Nordisk - How political decisions and market opportunities drive prices
The capital markets are again demonstrating how closely intertwined political decisions, external market factors, and entrepreneurial skills are. The planned expansion of Medicare and Medicaid coverage of obesity drugs could open up new growth prospects for the Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk in the US. However, the wind of change is blowing in the direction of a new administration with a strong reputation in the US healthcare sector. Industry giant Barrick Gold shines with impressive numbers, with operating cash flow alone at USD 23 billion. Meanwhile, explorer Desert Gold is securing fresh capital through clever financing for its promising SMSZ gold project in Mali, Africa. Here is what investors should be looking out for now.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on November 28th, 2024 | 07:00 CET
Thunder Gold Corp., Amazon, Rheinmetall - Record values for gold, AI and armaments
The technology landscape and the commodities sector are currently showing their most dynamic side. Thunder Gold Corporation is delivering exceptional exploration results in Ontario, Canada. The reported gold grades of 9.12 g/t Au over 12.66 m are not only the strongest in the project's history, but they also indicate a potentially large gold deposit. The project's strategic location, with direct access to important infrastructure, further enhances the potential of this area. Amazon is making a technological breakthrough in the highly competitive AI chip market. With its new Trainium 2 processor, the tech giant is taking a direct shot at market leader Nvidia. The promised fourfold increase in computing power at a significantly lower cost could fundamentally change the balance of power in this billion-dollar market. Rheinmetall is also continuing its growth course. Deutsche Bank is significantly raising its estimate and the target price to EUR 700. The Düsseldorf-based company, which wants to double its sales to EUR 20 billion by 2027, is benefiting from a new major order from Canada worth EUR 215 million.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on November 27th, 2024 | 07:10 CET
Artificial intelligence and crypto with a 200% opportunity! SMCI, Power Nickel, Infineon and ARM Holdings on the buy list
The crypto and AI boom is now quite advanced. Yesterday, Bitcoin hit a wall at just under USD 100,000, and Nvidia was also unable to reach new highs despite good Q3 figures. This suggests that a technical consolidation is underway, which could extend well into early 2025. However, some stocks have already fallen more sharply and are reappearing on investors' buy lists. 2025, the first year of the re-elected Donald Trump's term in office, is likely to bring a great deal of unrest, as the US will have to reposition itself in international trade. Announcements of introducing punitive tariffs are currently dominating the news, which are largely counterproductive. We highlight the opportunities for risk-conscious investors.
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