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Commented by Nico Popp on April 2nd, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
Nothing works without tungsten: Why the price surge continues and why SpaceX, Rheinmetall, and Almonty are in the spotlight
Instead of chasing digital pipe dreams, investors and industry are increasingly turning their attention to tangible commodities. The supply of critical metals is essential to our prosperity. In this new era, tungsten has taken on special strategic importance. With the highest melting point of any metal and a density exactly matching that of gold, the metal is an irreplaceable component in the defense industry, aerospace, and semiconductor manufacturing. The current market environment is characterized by a massive price surge compared to the previous year, with prices exploding from around USD 300 per MTU at the start of 2025 to over USD 2,750 per MTU today. Analysts at the trade magazine Mining Journal argue in detail in a recent analysis that this development is not a speculative bubble. Rather, the rally is driven by non-negotiable demand patterns and the physical depletion of global inventories. Unlike the silver bubble of 1980, this trend is supported by a multi-year delay in the commissioning of new Western production capacity, which is why the tight price environment is likely to persist for at least another two years. For Almonty, the only Western tungsten producer building relevant capacity within these two years, this represents a unique opportunity.
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Commented by Nico Popp on March 30th, 2026 | 08:00 CEST
Drone Warfare Redefines Security: Challenges for Rheinmetall and AeroVironment – Laggard Volatus Aerospace
The global security architecture has collapsed—where there was once stability, there is now chaos. Or do we seriously believe the US would still support NATO in the event of a defense crisis? At the same time, technological innovation is accelerating: what once began as experimental reconnaissance technology has evolved into a decisive factor in modern warfare - drones. A look at Eastern Europe illustrates the magnitude of this turning point. According to calculations by Reuters, Ukraine recently succeeded in putting up to 40% of Russia's oil export capacity out of commission through the use of drones. This military success is costing the Russian state budget billions. At the same time, Ukraine is emerging as a global exporter of drone technology and expertise. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently confirmed the deployment of military experts to the Middle East to assist countries such as the United Arab Emirates and Qatar in defending against drone attacks. Germany is also upgrading its capabilities, as conventional air defense systems are reaching their limits. Major corporations such as Rheinmetall and AeroVironment are positioning themselves in this market, which, according to forecasts by Global Industry Analysts, is expected to reach a volume of over USD 58 billion by the end of 2026. However, the most compelling leverage for investors is offered by the up-and-coming Canadian company Volatus Aerospace.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on March 27th, 2026 | 09:00 CET
Takeovers, Drone Potential, Full Pipeline: Rheinmetall, DroneShield, and First Hydrogen in Focus
Drones and other unmanned systems are making massive inroads into everyday military and civilian life. First Hydrogen aims to secure a slice of this billion-dollar pie in the future. To that end, the company has secured the technology for AI-powered robotic ground drones. If the new business division is successfully established, the current valuation may not yet reflect this potential. DroneShield is certainly not cheap. Yet in the latest investor presentation, a fully loaded sales pipeline drew attention. If this is realized, the pipeline points to multi-billion-dollar revenue potential. Rheinmetall currently generates billions primarily from battle tanks, ammunition, and other systems of classic "old-school" warfare. But the Düsseldorf-based company has also recognized this trend and has acquired a majority stake in a specialist for autonomous systems.
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Commented by Nico Popp on March 26th, 2026 | 07:15 CET
Defense Industry Under Stress: Bottlenecks at Rheinmetall and Lockheed – Almonty Industries Stands to Reap the Benefits
The war in the Middle East is exposing the vulnerability of the global security architecture. While the US-led coalition's military operations against Iran, known as Operation Epic Fury, continue, US President Donald Trump's erratic communication is causing extreme uncertainty among military planners. In rapid succession, reports from the White House oscillate between triumphant declarations of victory, the announcement of American ground troops, and, shortly thereafter, the prospect of peace negotiations. This unpredictability collides with an alarming reality: even the arsenals of the world's greatest military power are emptying at a rapid pace. The massive use of precision weapons starkly reveals that the global arms industry is simply not equipped for intense wars of attrition or a further escalation of global tensions following the collapse of the existing world order. The real bottleneck in the arms industry is not a lack of government budgets, but the critical raw materials at the beginning of the supply chain. As a result, the market for tungsten and the producer Almonty Industries are coming into focus for investors. A unique opportunity beckons.
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Commented by Carsten Mainitz on March 20th, 2026 | 08:10 CET
Quality stocks at bargain prices: Almonty Industries, Rheinmetall and RENK
Rising energy prices and fears of their economic consequences are putting increasing pressure on the global stock markets. What does the future hold amid growing geopolitical tensions and conflicts? While most industries face major challenges, there are clear winners: commodity producers and defense companies. Almonty Industries, in particular, looks extremely attractive during the current correction phase. As the world's leading tungsten producer outside of China, the company carries significant geopolitical importance. A recent major milestone further strengthens its position. Analysts are recommending the stock as a buy.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on March 20th, 2026 | 07:00 CET
Rheinmetall, RE Royalties, Nordex – Three Megatrends Fuel Stock Market Speculation
The world is undergoing a structural transformation, and the capital markets are responding. Geopolitical tensions are driving massive rearmament and pushing demand for modern defense technology to new heights. At the same time, the energy crisis is highlighting how vulnerable global supply chains are and accelerating the expansion of renewable energy with enormous investment volumes. In parallel, new business models are emerging around infrastructure, financing, and long-term cash flows. What is currently taking shape is more than just a short-term boom: it is the emergence of new industrial powerhouses, with clear winners on the stock markets.
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Commented by Nico Popp on March 19th, 2026 | 07:45 CET
Modern Warfare: Can Volatus Aerospace Compete with Industry Leaders Rheinmetall and DroneShield?
The defense industry has been booming for years - that is hardly news anymore. In 2025, global defense spending reached USD 2.63 trillion. In their latest studies, analysts at Forecast International predict that this annual spending will rise slightly by the end of 2026 and reach USD 2.9 trillion by the end of the decade. At the NATO summit in The Hague in 2025, the Allies committed to increasing their defense spending to 5% of gross domestic product by 2035, with 1.5% specifically earmarked for innovation. In a report, McKinsey highlights the shift from platform-centric hardware toward software-defined warfare and cost-effective, replaceable mass-produced systems. While industry giants like Rheinmetall still rely heavily on traditional defense equipment, DroneShield is addressing the growing niche of drone defense. Volatus Aerospace is leveraging its long-standing civilian expertise with drones and is coming into focus as a supplier to NATO forces.
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Commented by Mario Hose on March 17th, 2026 | 07:05 CET
Security, Defense, and Power: How Rheinmetall, DroneShield, and NEO Battery Materials Are Revolutionizing Defense Logistics
The geopolitical tensions of recent years have brought a fundamental truth to light. Security is not just a matter of tanks and soldiers, but increasingly a race for technological superiority. While established, large companies like Rheinmetall are securing record orders and DroneShield is trying to secure the skies above our heads, a third player is quietly moving into the center of power: NEO Battery Materials. Today, it is no longer just about who builds the best drone, but also about who keeps it in the air the longest and most efficiently. In a world where conflicts like those in Iran or Ukraine are decided by autonomous systems, traditional armaments and state-of-the-art battery technology are merging into a single entity. We take a look behind the scenes of an industry that offers completely new opportunities for investors right now.
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Commented by Nico Popp on March 16th, 2026 | 07:35 CET
Ammunition shortages pressure the defense industry: Opportunity for Almonty, challenges for General Dynamics and Rheinmetall
Our global security architecture has been undergoing significant disruptions for some time. The decades-long paradigm of the peace dividend, built on global supply chains and reduced stockpiles, has largely collapsed. The defense industry now faces the challenge of establishing reliable supply chains for critical raw materials in order to meet the growing demand for artillery ammunition and heavy weapon systems. Another driver is the war in Iran. According to a report by the Financial Times, the conflict has decimated US ammunition stockpiles to such an extent that the Pentagon is already warning of shortages of certain munitions. To replenish these inventories, the US government is planning a supplemental budget of around USD 50 billion. In this environment, the US defense contractor General Dynamics is helping maintain the operational readiness of NATO partners through production of ammunition, while Rheinmetall, as a European systems provider, is also expanding its capacities. However, the crucial foundation for this production is the critical metal tungsten. The only significant Western supplier, Almonty Industries, therefore plays a key role - potentially opening up unique opportunities for investors.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on March 13th, 2026 | 07:10 CET
Nearly 50% upside potential: Rheinmetall, RENK, and Standard Uranium
Buying opportunities are emerging here. After the muted market reaction to the annual results, analysts see a buying opportunity in RENK. According to their estimates, the stock could offer almost 50% upside potential, although there are also more cautious voices. Rheinmetall, too, failed to fully convince the market with its 2025 results and outlook. Given the current valuations, investors appear to be expecting more. In contrast, uranium stocks may be presenting fresh entry opportunities. Driven by the AI boom, industry leaders such as Cameco have already performed strongly. Exploration companies, however, could still have significant catch-up potential. Standard Uranium is pursuing a risk-diversified strategy. The company is exploring a broad portfolio of projects near major players such as Fission Uranium, NexGen Energy, and F3 Uranium. A new drilling program scheduled to begin this month could trigger a revaluation of the stock.
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