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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 22nd, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
Tanks, Ships, and Ammunition: How Rheinmetall, Renk, thyssenkrupp, TKMS and Power Metallic Mines Can Make Your Portfolio Bulletproof
Geopolitical upheavals are throwing global markets into turmoil and forcing investors to rethink their strategies. It is becoming increasingly clear: The European defence industry is heading toward a massive wave of market consolidation. However, disillusionment is setting in among the defence industry's former high-flyers following the initial hype, as the internal work required for integration is far from complete and operational potential has been overestimated. Completely detached from this trend is the Essen-based maritime division, which has secured a front-row seat thanks to a government deal worth billions. A massive fleet order is injecting a whole new dynamic into the sector. Naturally, strategic raw materials are also taking centre stage, since without them, not a single tank can roll, or a single ship can be launched. In this segment, the wheat is currently being separated from the chaff, as concrete facts and proven reserves far outpace utopian dreams of the future. Investors who want to profit from this tension and build a crisis-proof portfolio must now spread their risks extremely wisely across the globe.
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Commented by Nico Popp on September 22nd, 2026 | 07:05 CEST
Tungsten Shortage: Almonty Secures Sandvik Deal – New US Defense Rules Raise Pressure on Lockheed & Co.
In extreme operating conditions, cutting-edge technology relies on materials that push the boundaries of physics. Whether in ammunition, engines, or milling heads that machine titanium blocks for stealth jets—there is no getting around tungsten. With the highest melting point of any pure metal and an enormous density, the element is considered indispensable for industry and the defence sector. Yet, of all things, the West is almost left high and dry when it comes to this key component. Beijing controls over three-quarters of global production and also dominates downstream processing. However, price spikes and stricter trade rules are now shaking the industry awake. At the centre of it all is the US tungsten specialist Almonty Industries.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on September 21st, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Lockheed Martin, Almonty Industries, Rheinmetall: Defense Boom Meets Tungsten Shortage
The global defense boom is entering its next phase. Growth is no longer driven solely by new orders, but by how quickly companies can ramp up production capacity. However, missiles, aircraft, and armoured vehicles require large quantities of strategic materials. Tungsten, in particular, is virtually irreplaceable for many military applications because of its extreme hardness and heat resistance. As Western defense contractors expand their manufacturing, control over secure sources of raw materials is therefore increasingly becoming a strategic issue.
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Commented by Tarik Dede on September 21st, 2026 | 07:10 CEST
Defence Spending Boom: BAE Systems, Volatus Aerospace and AeroVironment in Focus
Governments worldwide have approved major increases in defence spending. This applies particularly to NATO members, but also to other Western allies. Despite its high debt levels, the US remains the most attractive market. Alongside conventional defence systems, however, new technologies are increasingly coming into focus, including drone warfare as well as systems designed to defend against drone attacks. Today, we take a look at the stocks of BAE Systems, Volatus Aerospace and AeroVironment.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 21st, 2026 | 07:00 CEST
Gas Prices Above EUR 2.50? Nel ASA, Bayer, MustGrow and K+S in the Spotlight
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The ongoing debate over rising energy costs and the transition toward a greener economy is increasingly reaching gas stations and supermarket shelves. If gasoline prices remain sustainably above EUR 2.50, agricultural producers in particular will come under enormous pressure. Food production remains heavily dependent on fossil fuels, as tractors and harvesters are traditionally powered by agricultural diesel. Higher fuel prices therefore directly increase the cost of producing and transporting our daily food. At the same time, the agricultural sector faces the enormous challenge of reducing its reliance on conventional chemicals and fertilizers and finding more sustainable alternatives. This transformation requires innovative approaches at the intersection of the energy and agricultural sectors. Companies such as Nel ASA are therefore moving into focus, as green hydrogen can play a key role in decarbonizing the agricultural sector and producing cleaner fuels. Specialists such as MustGrow Biologics are also gaining importance by developing biological crop protection products designed to replace chemical alternatives. The traditional fertilizer giant K+S is likewise a key player in the rapidly evolving sector of sustainable food. Where are the opportunities for investors?
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Commented by Lars Winter on September 18th, 2026 | 07:50 CEST
The New Power in the Skies: Volatus Aerospace, Airbus and OHB in a Stock Analysis
The war in Ukraine has shown just how fundamentally drones, satellites and autonomous systems are transforming modern warfare. At the same time, Europe and Canada are seeking to reduce their dependence on the US and China for security-critical technologies. It is not just established aerospace companies that stand to benefit from this trend. Volatus Aerospace, a small Canadian provider, is also positioning itself in this future-oriented market. Add to that Airbus, the European heavyweight, and OHB, a speculative bet on Europe's sovereignty in space. We take a closer look at these three aerospace specialists in our stock analysis.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on September 16th, 2026 | 07:05 CEST
DroneShield, Volatus Aerospace, Kratos Defense: Those Protecting the Airspace Are Reaping the Benefits of the New Budgets
A single drone can bring an airport to a standstill. The failed drone attack on Leipzig/Halle Airport in August 2026 sent shockwaves through Berlin, Brussels and Washington. The incident has jolted policymakers into action. The German government is preparing a package of measures against sabotage, and between January and September 2026, contracts for drone defense totaling more than USD 53 billion were publicly announced worldwide. What was niche technology yesterday is now moving squarely into defense budgets. We therefore take a look at three companies that detect and defend against drones and protect mobile targets: DroneShield, Volatus Aerospace and Kratos Defense.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 15th, 2026 | 10:25 CEST
Defence Stocks Ride the NATO Wave: Boeing, Volatus, Dassault, RTX and DroneShield in Focus
Since Russia's initial actions in Central Europe, the European Union has faced a massive wave of rearmament driven by new NATO requirements, giving the defence industry a significant boost. EU Defence Commissioner Andrius Kubilius called for an unprecedented expansion of European capabilities in Brussels to match Russia's enormous production capacity. To achieve this goal, the EU is aiming to produce up to 10 million state-of-the-art FPV drones and 130,000 jet-powered drones annually. In addition, the defence industry is expected to roll out about 1,700 ballistic missiles per year. Industry giants such as Boeing and Dassault are likely to benefit significantly from this massive technological rearmament initiative. At the same time, specialized drone pioneers like Volatus and DroneShield are stepping into the spotlight as demand for unmanned systems and their countermeasures rises dramatically. A newly formed drone alliance between the EU and Ukraine is now set to accelerate the development of these next-generation systems massively. Which stocks could see the biggest gains?
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Commented by Matthias Schomber on September 15th, 2026 | 07:45 CEST
Megatrends and Future Market Stocks For The Portfolio: Can BASF, Porsche and HPQ Silicon Deliver the Breakthrough?
Today, we take a closer look at three companies at pivotal decision points. First, we examine the chemical heavyweight BASF. The Ludwigshafen-based company is currently fighting tooth and nail for a global turnaround and surprising the markets with innovative new technologies. The technical level of EUR 55 is crucial here. Next, we turn our attention to the immense structural challenges facing Porsche AG and ask whether the automaker will succeed in making a breakthrough following Volkswagen's radical restructuring—or not. Last but not least, we focus on an exciting technology developer from North America: HPQ Silicon. With new milestones in the battery and drone industries, the company could soon attract more attention. The stock is currently trading at a level that would have been unthinkable just months ago. Read on to discover the opportunities these three stocks offer.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on September 15th, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Tungsten: The Showstopper in Fragile Supply Chains? Rheinmetall, Almonty Industries and Airbus in Focus
The Middle East conflict is entering a new phase. Meanwhile, surging oil prices are putting the global economy under significant pressure and bringing strategic industries such as defense and aerospace into the spotlight. Rheinmetall and Airbus are not only grappling with geopolitical risks but also striving to maintain stable supply chains for urgently needed critical metals. In addition to copper, tungsten is gaining particular importance. This extremely hard, heat-resistant metal is indispensable for wear-resistant tools, special alloys, and numerous applications in the defence and aerospace industries. While ongoing tensions continue to drive up commodity prices, investors should look beyond the oil market to the key metals that will secure Europe's industrial future. Our focus is therefore on tungsten supplier Almonty, which is stepping up its game with new sourcing routes in Africa. A clear list of priorities makes sense!
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