Mining
Commented by Juliane Zielonka on January 16th, 2025 | 07:10 CET
BASF, Globex Mining, BP – Industrial giants in transition: Billion-dollar lawsuits, the lithium boom, and the turbulence of the energy transition
The global raw materials and energy industry is undergoing a profound transformation: established oil companies like BP are struggling with profit warnings and feeling the pain of the transformation that the energy transition and changing demand are forcing upon them. The goal is to include more renewable energy sources in the portfolio. The existing shareholders are not particularly enthusiastic about this. Meanwhile, the increasing demand for electric mobility is opening up new opportunities in the raw materials sector – the Canadian company Globex Mining is scoring points here with a clever business model and promising lithium discoveries. Investors benefit from the mining company's numerous properties and extensive raw materials portfolio. In contrast, BASF has filed a lawsuit against competitors in the amount of EUR 1.4 billion at the Munich District Court. Four companies are said to have made unfair price agreements; BASF wants fair competition. Read more about the strategies of the three global players.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on January 16th, 2025 | 07:00 CET
The energy year 2025! Uranium stocks such as Oklo, NuScale and F3 Uranium are in high demand, as are Nel ASA and Plug Power
In 2007, a pound of uranium occasionally cost more than USD 140 per pound before a long decline in prices began. With the outbreak of the Fukushima disaster in 2011, the mood against nuclear power reached its peak and forced the uranium price even below USD 50. Since the "NetZero" wave, however, it has been rising unchecked because, according to the World Energy Agency, nuclear power is now once again being classified as environmentally friendly compared to fossil fuels. Currently, 439 reactors are operational worldwide, with 64 under construction and 88 planned. Uranium demand is, therefore, set to rise by a good 30%, which is not a good sign for the hydrogen industry because this is where government investment is urgently needed. F3 Uranium has extensive concessions in the world's largest uranium mining district: the Athabasca Basin. The industry is preparing for the coming supply shortage with acquisitions and purchases. Good returns are on offer for risk-conscious investors.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on January 15th, 2025 | 07:10 CET
Rheinmetall, Power Nickel, and BYD in focus – The winners of the next decade
The stock markets are currently rewarding companies that are focusing on future markets – a trend from which Rheinmetall, BYD, and Power Nickel are benefiting. Rheinmetall is securing lucrative major orders in the defense sector and is thus taking advantage of government investments. BYD is driving forward its leading position in the field of e-mobility with determined expansion, thereby responding to the global shift towards sustainable mobility. Power Nickel is developing essential raw material bases to drive the energy transition forward – a key to decarbonization. For investors, these companies represent not just visions but real opportunities for sustainable and attractive returns.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on January 14th, 2025 | 08:05 CET
Plug Power, F3 Uranium, Super Micro Computer – The energy crisis intensifies
In Germany, the energy crisis is coming to a head. Due to the "dark doldrums" that occur more frequently during the winter months, electricity costs have exploded during these periods. Germany's European neighbours are already complaining because their electricity prices are also rising due to the high German electricity imports. Without gas imports from Russia, Germany previously had a base load power capacity supported by its remaining nuclear power plants. However, this is now only achievable through fossil fuels, resulting in a poor environmental record. While other countries are expanding nuclear power and fighting over uranium to satisfy their hunger for energy, Germany is going it alone. Perhaps the turning point will come with the next federal election in February.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on January 14th, 2025 | 08:00 CET
THE VOLATILITY TRAP: Sell-off in Bitcoin, gold on the rise! Desert Gold, MicroStrategy, Lufthansa, and Nel ASA
After a record year for equities in 2024, the new year is entering a challenging phase. Hopes of interest rate cuts look bleak, with inflation remaining too high. The mega rally in Bitcoin also needs to be deflated soon. This hits BTC collector MicroStrategy quite hard. Nel ASA, which had started the year on a hopeful note, now has to announce a production stoppage! Lufthansa, meanwhile, is working on acquiring the state-owned Italian airline ITA. Volatility is rising dangerously, signaling that a correction is due. These developments are positive for the safe haven of gold. The key now is consistent action!
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on January 13th, 2025 | 07:00 CET
Nordex, XXIX Metal, D-Wave Quantum – Demand is driving prices
The decarbonization of the energy industry and the accelerated expansion of data centres for calculating artificial intelligence are creating a steadily increasing demand for energy sources that are as clean and efficient as possible. In addition to the ramp-up of solar energy, wind power plays a major role. The energy transition is leading to an enormous increase in the demand for copper. Forecasts assume that the demand for copper could increase by around 50–70% by 2030. By contrast, the past decade has seen a failure to meet rising demand by developing new projects. As a result, the few copper producers are likely to benefit from rising prices in the long term.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on January 10th, 2025 | 07:00 CET
Gold and security: Barrick, Desert Gold and Rheinmetall are profiting from geopolitical change
The global security landscape is changing rapidly, whether in the Middle East, on NATO borders, or in Asia. Savvy investors recognize the links between demand for commodities such as gold, technology and defense. One of the major gold producers, Barrick Gold, is receiving positive analyst evaluations and appears to be on a growth trajectory for 2025. The same is true for Desert Gold. The exploration and resource development company has discovered promising new gold deposits in Mali, West Africa, and has also raised the necessary capital for the next development phase. Meanwhile, Rheinmetall is strengthening the medical capabilities of the German armed forces. With state-of-the-art mobile rescue stations, soldiers will have access to care and support anytime. While gold producers and explorers are tapping into valuable precious metal resources, Rheinmetall provides the technology for a secure future. There is enormous investment potential for investors.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on January 9th, 2025 | 07:00 CET
Plug Power share price explodes! Golden times ahead for Siemens Energy and F3 Uranium?
The saying "those declared dead live longer" applies to the stock market - and seemingly to Plug Power. The hydrogen stock rose by almost 50% in the first few days of trading, although it has recently struggled to maintain this level. Is this the breakthrough, or is it going down again? Siemens Energy and F3 Uranium could be on the verge of golden times. Both are benefiting from the boom in data centres. In the past few days alone, billion-dollar investments have been announced in the US. To supply energy to the data centres for artificial intelligence, grids and nuclear power plants are needed. However, analyst sentiment is weighing on the price of Siemens Energy. In contrast, F3 Uranium appears ripe for a breakout from the sideways movement, with the potential for its stock to double.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on January 7th, 2025 | 07:30 CET
Super Rally 2025: Artificial intelligence, crypto and the hunger for energy! TOP performance with MicroStrategy, XXIX Metal, BYD and Mercedes
The sudden cancellation of the government environmental bonus for e-vehicles at the end of 2023 has led to a significant drop in the number of electric vehicles being registered. However, interest in electric vehicles remains, albeit constrained, partly due to the high prices of many electric models. New government measures are expected to boost electric mobility again starting in 2025, with potential incentives of up to EUR 3,600 – though the implementation will likely only happen after the elections. What is being treated as an election promise for Germany has become the norm for the rest of the world. The increasing demand for energy driven by the electrification of various sectors, from high-tech and artificial intelligence to the crypto arena, which is even now being considered as a "reserve currency," highlights how quickly the world is changing in this disruptive environment. However, what all economic and political trends have in common is the need for access to strategic metals, especially copper! Where are the opportunities for investors?
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on January 7th, 2025 | 07:00 CET
MicroStrategy, Almonty Industries and XPeng make headlines
The markets continued to rise in the first trading week of the new year. The DAX has managed to climb past the 20,000-point mark. Bitcoin is also working on reclaiming the magical USD 100,000 mark. For some market experts, this is just the beginning of an unstoppable run for the world's largest cryptocurrency. Less covered in the media but significantly more critical is the Western world's focus on securing vital raw materials. One company is on the launchpad and could soar to new heights after production begins.
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