armaments
Commented by Nico Popp on July 3rd, 2023 | 08:15 CEST
Norway plans rare earths coup - but at what cost? Rheinmetall, Mercedes-Benz, Defense Metals
Tanks are rolling through Europe once again. Since February 24, 2022, the Ukraine war has kept the world on edge. But even on Germany's roads, vehicles weighing several tons are rolling around in the form of SUVs. While in China, a 700 kg city runabout is winning the hearts of customers, in Germany, even the lower middle class like to show off. Today we look at what this means for the hunger for critical raw materials, why Norway now wants to mine rare earths at the bottom of the sea, and what promising land alternatives exist.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on June 28th, 2023 | 08:30 CEST
Manuka Resources, BYD, Rheinmetall - Hot commodity rally on the stock market
Manuka Resources expands mining projects in New South Wales following the acquisition of Trans-Tasman Resources. The strategic plan calls for increased gold production at Mt. Boppy Gold Mine. Carmakers struggle for profitability in China, while BYD posts a net profit of USD 2.5 billion. President Xi Jinping is promoting battery-powered vehicles with incentives for consumers. Warren Buffett reduces his BYD shareholding. Rheinmetall wins the order to supply 14 Leopard 2A4 main battle tanks to Ukraine. The order is financed by the Dutch and Danish governments. Delivery of the first vehicle is scheduled for January 2024. Rheinmetall has already delivered Marder infantry fighting vehicles and received another order.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on June 26th, 2023 | 08:50 CEST
Best conditions for a summer rally - Defence Therapeutics, SMA Solar, Rheinmetall
The German stock market reflects the current weather situation - bright to cloudy, with occasional dark clouds moving in, bringing thunderstorms and heavy rain. In the past few days, lightning struck companies such as Helma Eigenheimbau, Siemens Energy and Lanxess, which was reflected in price losses of well over 10%. Other companies were spared from the storm front and should continue to enjoy their place in the sun due to the positive news.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on May 17th, 2023 | 07:30 CEST
Newmont, Tocvan Ventures, Rheinmetall - The lights are green
With a weaker-than-expected fall in inflation worldwide, plus a war in Ukraine that continues to escalate, the general conditions point to a long-term rise in the gold price above its all-time high reached weeks ago. With a threatened default in the United States, another argument for a gold bull market could now be added. Be prepared.
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Commented by Juliane Zielonka on May 12th, 2023 | 07:00 CEST
Tocvan Ventures, Palantir, Rheinmetall - Well equipped with gold, AI and defence
The US banking crisis continues to move in circles, this time in slow motion instead of at the record pace of 2008. Alternatives are needed to ensure that investors are well-equipped in these times. Precious metals like gold have always been an option. Tocvan Ventures, as an exploration company, offers a promising gold and silver project called Pilar in Mexico. The launch of Palantir's first AI platform, which is located in the defence sector, also sounds promising. In view of the profit forecast, the share price jumped by a whopping 22%. Significant price gains are also to be expected at Rheinmetall. An undisclosed major order will keep the cash registers ringing for the arms giant on the Rhine, even in times of peace.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on May 9th, 2023 | 09:25 CEST
The trend continues - BYD, Defense Metals, Hensoldt
In order to achieve the climate targets, both politics and business are taking a high risk. Fossil fuels are to be replaced by alternative energy sources as quickly as possible. In turn, the consumption of metallic raw materials is increasing in order to build renewable, energy-efficient systems. In addition to copper, cobalt and nickel, the demand for rare earth metals, which have to be imported almost entirely from China, is increasing dramatically. Since the start of the Ukraine war, there has also been growing demand from the defence industry. The producers of critical metals ex-China are likely to profit from this.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on May 2nd, 2023 | 08:55 CEST
ThyssenKrupp, Defense Metals, Rheinmetall - US subsidizes rare earths
Rare earths have long been on the list of critical metals in the US and Europe. As tensions build between the US and China over Taiwan, it is important to remember how critical rare earths are. Currently, China has a virtual monopoly, especially in terms of refining. In addition to high-tech products such as smartphones, the critical raw material is needed for steel alloys, in the military and above all, for the energy transition, including electric vehicles. The US now wants to promote the mining of rare earths in its own country and rewards this with a tax credit of up to USD 30 per kg. We, therefore, look at 3 companies that rely on rare earths.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on April 18th, 2023 | 08:50 CEST
With the shutdown of nuclear power plants comes the end of nuclear power! Siemens Energy, Defense Metals, Rheinmetall, E.ON - Greentech stocks on the rise
Now it is done. The German government is implementing the decision from 2011 with a slight delay due to the crisis and is taking the last three remaining nuclear power plants off the grid. Those who expected a blackout were proven wrong, at least over the weekend. Federal Economics Minister Habeck predicts a complete CO2 renewal for Germany and believes that Germany as an industrial location does not need nuclear power to be profitable. He also believes that electricity prices will fall again in the long run. The primary utility E.ON, however, did not hesitate to combine the nuclear phase-out with a hefty increase in electricity prices by about 45%. After all, what is currently easier to sell to end consumers than an imposed price squeeze that they no longer want to carry on their own books? Politically highly questionable, but a good opportunity for Greentech shares.
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Commented by Nico Popp on April 5th, 2023 | 08:05 CEST
Opportunities for latecomers: Rheinmetall, BYD, Almonty Industries
The Rheinmetall share has been on a rollercoaster ride since the outbreak of the war in Ukraine. Recently, however, the share price has risen significantly. We explain the further perspective, provide alternatives, and shed light on a possible insider tip. In advance, it should be noted the opportunities beyond well-known stocks are great. However, investors need to consider a few details.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on April 4th, 2023 | 16:51 CEST
Winners of the supercycles - Rheinmetall, Defense Metals, BYD
Rare earths are indispensable for the production of high-tech products in the defence industry and electromobility due to their unique physical and chemical properties. China controls around 80% of the global output and thus has a key role in the global supply chain. Dependence on China poses a security risk, as the country could restrict access to rare earths or use them for political purposes. Therefore, diversifying supply chains and exploring alternative sources of rare earths is of great importance to ensure long-term security of supply.
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