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Commented by Armin Schulz on September 2nd, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
How Investors Can Profit from the Drone Threat — Rheinmetall, Volatus Aerospace and Lockheed Martin in Focus
On the night of August 5, 2026, the quick action of a bus driver helped avert a catastrophe. The drone attack ushered in a new era of threats. The foiled attack on Leipzig/Halle Airport involving an explosive-laden drone is no longer an isolated incident. This escalation, which is now attracting attention at the highest levels of the security establishment, is putting a multibillion-dollar market for effective counter-drone solutions and autonomous weapons systems firmly in the spotlight. For investors, the question is who will benefit most from this "drone supercycle". We take a closer look at three promising candidates: Rheinmetall, Volatus Aerospace and Lockheed Martin.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on September 1st, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
Billions from Washington and Brussels: Almonty Industries, Aurubis and MP Materials Are Benefiting from the Boom
Supply chains and raw materials security are increasingly becoming priorities for Western governments. While Washington is providing billions in funding for domestic mining projects, Brussels has ushered in a regulatory shift with the Critical Raw Materials Act. Government subsidy programs for critical raw materials are putting resource companies firmly in the spotlight. The effort to secure Western supply chains is particularly evident in the case of three companies whose news flow in August 2026 caught investors' attention: Almonty Industries, Aurubis and MP Materials.
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Commented by Tarik Dede on September 1st, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
Gold in Higher Demand Than Ever: Investors Turn to Aya Gold & Silver, Lahontan Gold and Perseus Mining
Gold has delivered a strong performance in recent weeks, and the correction now appears to be over. Many investors took profits in the spring after the US dollar strengthened amid the war in the Persian Gulf. This was arguably irrational, as the problems that had driven a steady flight into gold had not been resolved. Instead, capital markets are now facing the same mountain of challenges. US Treasury yields are rising as markets are becoming less willing to finance the country at such low rates. Meanwhile, US government debt has surpassed the USD 40 trillion mark. Within five years, America's debt burden has therefore increased by almost one-third. These bonds will likely never be repaid, but will instead be eroded by inflation. And that is what makes gold so strong: the now higher price is also driving up the valuations of gold shares. Every ounce that comes out of the ground is, quite literally, worth its weight in gold. We are therefore looking at the shares of Aya Gold & Silver, Lahontan Gold and Perseus Mining.
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Commented by Lars Winter on September 1st, 2026 | 07:05 CEST
Potential Double-Baggers in the Drone Boom, EV Upside and a Takeover Bet: What Volatus Aerospace, BYD and Delivery Hero Offer Investors
Three stocks from three different sectors, each driven by a powerful catalyst: Volatus Aerospace is targeting the multibillion-dollar drone market and aims to evolve into an integrated aerospace and defense company. BYD is countering the slowdown in China's auto market with an aggressive export strategy. And at Delivery Hero, operational progress is converging with takeover speculation. Three shares with plenty of potential – but also significant risks. In this stock check, we take a closer look at the three companies, highlighting where the biggest opportunities lie, what analysts recommend, and which types of investors each stock may be best suited to.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on August 31st, 2026 | 06:40 CEST
RTX, Almonty Industries, Rheinmetall – The Battle for Tungsten Escalates
Tanks, missiles, radar systems, and AI chips require high-performance materials. One of the most strategically important is tungsten. China accounts for more than 80% of global production and has already tightened its export controls. At the same time, Europe and the US are ramping up their defense production. This is driving not only demand but also political pressure to establish independent supply chains. As a result, Western tungsten projects are gaining strategic importance.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on August 26th, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
Perspective Shift: Long-Term Growth at a Discount? Almonty Industries, Renk and Rheinmetall After the Correction
The Western defense boom is running into an often-overlooked bottleneck: tungsten. While China dominates the global market and has restricted exports, Almonty is ramping up operations at the strategically important Sangdong mine in South Korea. At full capacity, the mine is designed to supply around 40% of global tungsten demand outside China. This strategic position, record-high tungsten prices, and a substantial cash reserve, which the company is currently using for share buybacks, underpin Almonty's significant strategic flexibility. Renk and Rheinmetall, as defense contractors, provide the industrial counterpart. Packed order books, rising margins, and a defense cycle that could extend well beyond the current decade support the sector. But can these companies actually handle such enormous growth? Does the recent share price correction now offer an opportunity, or have future expectations simply become too ambitious?
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on August 26th, 2026 | 07:10 CEST
Steyr Motors After the Sell-Off: Buy the Dip? TKMS Rides the Defense Boom — Strategic Resources Set to Benefit From Soaring Steel Demand
The global defense boom is not just filling the order books of manufacturers of tanks, missiles, and drones. Demand is also growing in the naval sector, and with it the demand for raw materials. TKMS urgently needs high-quality steel for its submarines and frigates and is working to establish resilient supply chains. This is where Strategic Resources comes into play. The raw materials company operates in Canada and Northern Europe—the very regions that are playing a central role in TKMS's latest megaproject. The stock appears undervalued. But is Steyr Motors also a bargain after its recent sell-off? Analysts certainly think so. They recommend buying the stock. The weak first half and lowered guidance should primarily be viewed as the result of defense-related orders being pushed back in timing, rather than a fundamental deterioration in demand.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on August 26th, 2026 | 07:00 CEST
Warning: Central Banks, Debt and Gold to the Rescue! Why Smart Investors Are Buying Barrick, Newmont and Lahontan Gold
Inflation above 3% and the world is coming apart at the seams! Central banks, in particular, find themselves in a bind, as they cannot lower interest rates indefinitely to combat inflation without jeopardizing the global financial system. At the same time, government debt in many industrialized nations is reaching historic highs, which massively undermines confidence in unbacked fiat currencies in the long term. Against this fragile economic backdrop, gold is once again taking center stage as the ultimate safe haven and proven hedge against the loss of purchasing power. Savvy investors are recognizing the signs of the times and strategically shifting capital into the precious metals sector to protect their wealth. Major producers such as Barrick Mining and Newmont, with their efficient cost structures and strong operational foundations, provide a solid basis for an investment portfolio and pay generous dividends. For risk-conscious investors seeking above-average growth potential, smaller exploration companies such as Lahontan Gold offer an intriguing complement. Let's run the numbers.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on August 25th, 2026 | 09:10 CEST
BHP Group, Power Metallic Mines and KGHM Polska Miedź: A Revaluation Within Reach
Copper is becoming a strategic bottleneck. Power grids, data centers, electric mobility, and defense are driving demand, while new mines take years to reach production. Major producers are therefore searching for additional deposits and new extraction methods. Projects that contain several scarce metals in addition to copper are becoming particularly attractive. Three companies demonstrate the various ways investors can capitalize on this trend.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on August 25th, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
AI & Defense Boom: Time to Pick the Winners — SpaceX, Rheinmetall, Thales and Globex Mining
Higher, Faster, Further! The hype surrounding artificial intelligence and modern defense technologies shows no signs of abating. As global tensions rise, investors are searching for the most profitable gems in this expanding sector. Yet experts have long been saying "the market has gotten overheated"—but, on the whole, they are usually wrong. That is why a targeted selection of individual stocks is now more important than ever. The trend in global interest rates remains a decisive factor for the coming months. In addition, the high valuations on the Nasdaq are prompting many investors to exercise caution. In this dynamic environment, the private spaceflight company SpaceX offers fascinating growth opportunities, but its valuation seems more appropriate for the year 2035. At the same time, the defense contractors Thales and Rheinmetall are benefiting from massive government contracts and full order books. Investors looking to diversify their portfolios wisely should also consider Globex Mining. After all, critical raw materials are the foundation of any modern high-tech infrastructure. Through a strategic combination of tech, defense, and resources, investors can effectively minimize risks and maximize opportunities. Savvy investors are therefore keeping a close eye on both macroeconomic data and the geopolitical situation — and remain ready to act!
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