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Commented by Armin Schulz on August 21st, 2023 | 08:15 CEST
BYD, First Phosphate, JinkoSolar - Benefiting from the growing energy storage market
The electrification of the world is an important step in reducing dependence on fossil fuels and achieving climate goals. Energy storage systems and batteries are essential to balance the fluctuating generation from renewable energy sources such as solar and wind. They can store excess electricity and release it when needed. One promising technology for electricity storage and rechargeable batteries is lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries, which are safer and cheaper than traditional lithium-ion batteries and have a longer service life. Moreover, the first automakers are exploring the usability of LFP batteries. The market for energy storage is growing rapidly. We take a look at three companies that stand to benefit from developments in the energy storage market.
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Commented by Nico Popp on August 21st, 2023 | 08:00 CEST
China's shadow banks send first shock waves: Deutsche Bank, Allianz, Viva Gold
To many market observers, China was considered the true powerhouse of financial markets. Even when US growth was reaching its limits due to crises, the Chinese continued scoring points with growth rates well above the 5% mark. But the situation has changed. China is increasingly becoming a problem case. The Chinese real estate market is in a predicament. The situation surrounding project developer Country Garden could, much like in the case with Evergrande before, make waves internationally and put German financial institutions in a difficult situation.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on August 21st, 2023 | 07:15 CEST
Meyer Burger, Saturn Oil + Gas, CureVac - Incisive events
The past week in the stock market, due to the earnings season for the year's first half, brought surprises on both sides. Some companies were able to shine despite uncertainties on the economic and geopolitical side and face a golden future due to a significant undervaluation. Speaking of the future: Due to weaker market conditions, one company after another is leaving the old contingent to take advantage of better conditions overseas.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on August 21st, 2023 | 07:00 CEST
The correction wave is rolling: Adyen, Almonty Industries, Nel ASA - is a 100% turnaround quickly possible?
Looking back, 2023 has been an exceptionally good stock market year. However, there has been no noticeable momentum for a few weeks now; instead, major players are trying to maintain the high level. However, the profit warnings are piling up, which we should have received for months, given the economic weakness. But the executives are taking time to lower their forecasts, hoping things improve. The fact that stocks still trended upward for months despite huge interest rate increases is due to the reawakened NASDAQ bull market with the trending topics of Artificial Intelligence and Greentech. But just hoping for falling interest rates is not enough. Now sentiment has also turned, and prices are falling. Time for us to take a look at some of the "Fallen Angels". Who will manage the turnaround?
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on August 18th, 2023 | 08:00 CEST
Globex Mining, Deutsche Lufthansa, Rheinmetall: Share prices soar on the back of impressive deals
Globex Mining achieves several deal highlights: The exploration company receives CAD 2 million in cash from Agnico Eagle for a land purchase, with further opportunity for a growing asset. Over 23 months, an additional CAD 6 million is expected to flow to Globex Mining. Then follows an option agreement with Tomagold Corporation on a Canadian gold property at Gwillin Lake near Quebec. Total payments of six figures are due over the next four years. In addition, shares in Tomagold will be transferred to Globex Mining. While German Foreign Minister Baerbock was more conspicuous for flight mishaps, the Lufthansa Group achieved an adjusted EBIT of around EUR 1.1 billion in Q2/23. The subsidiaries SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings and Lufthansa Technik also posted record results. Furthermore, Rheinmetall is also taking to the skies - now supplying drones to Ukraine.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on August 16th, 2023 | 05:35 CEST
BYD, Nel ASA and First Phosphate: These shares promise excitement!
Tension at BYD. Competitor Tesla continues to turn the price screw in China, and there is a surprise in the future topic of autonomous driving. Do the Chinese really not believe in technology in which other companies are investing billions? BYD, on the other hand, is going full throttle with its global expansion and presents a new vehicle. The latest news from First Phosphate also makes for exciting reading. The economic evaluation of the project for the extraction and processing of phosphate for the production of lithium-iron-phosphate batteries has resulted in a capital value of CAD 795 million. This compares with a market capitalization of about CAD 18 million. Nel ASA still brings EUR 1.8 billion to the stock exchange scales. Analysts do not see any upside potential for the Norwegian company.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on August 16th, 2023 | 05:30 CEST
Covestro, Desert Gold Ventures, Barrick Gold - Waiting for the next push
Although crash prophets have been raising their fingers for months and conjuring up a crash in the largest stock indices, such as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq and DAX, these continue to rush from high to high. On the other hand, precious metals such as gold and silver, which are suitable for crises and as inflation protection, are correcting. At the same time, the general conditions continue to improve, which should lead to sustainably rising prices in the long term.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on August 15th, 2023 | 05:50 CEST
Commerzbank, Viva Gold, Plug Power - What is next for the markets?
While the FED will probably take a break after its last interest rate hike to 5.5%, the ECB could be forced to turn the interest rate screw further, as inflation is only slowly declining. From May to June, the inflation rate in Germany climbed to 6.4%, only to fall back to 6.2% in July. The banking crisis seems to have been overcome after the turbulence between early February and mid-March. An end to the interest rate hike could have a positive effect on the gold price. Another catalyst is the meeting of the BRICS countries on August 22-24, which could decide on a new gold-backed currency. For growth companies, higher interest rates are poison as borrowed money is now much more expensive. We have selected one company from each segment.
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Commented by Nico Popp on August 15th, 2023 | 05:45 CEST
E-car flash in the pan or summit rush? The key players: Varta, Rock Tech Lithium, Almonty Industries
After a challenging climb, we often reap the rewards of our efforts - this is just as true on the stock market as it is after a day in the Alps. While clear skies, Alpine delicacies, and traditional hut festivities might be limited to holidaymakers, a lucrative reward beckons permanently on the stock exchange after thorough research. We look at how investors can navigate the recent price fireworks in e-car shares.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on August 15th, 2023 | 05:40 CEST
E-mobility 2.0 - Better batteries, longer ranges: BYD, Nikola, Manuka Resources, and Varta in the spotlight!
The fact that the e-mobility wave will continue in the medium term depends greatly on the performance components and public subsidies. Government subsidies for buying a Stromer or hydrogen-powered vehicle are falling. In order to encourage rapid uptake, there are subsidies from the government and manufacturers, known as the environmental bonus. But the total budget for the federal support for the bonus is limited. In 2023, only EUR 2.1 billion was initially planned, but Economics Minister Habeck has since announced an increase to EUR 2.5 billion. In 2024, only EUR 1.3 billion is currently planned, which is a cut of 50%. So the race against time has begun. Which shares are particularly interesting now?
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