Mining
Commented by Stefan Feulner on June 12th, 2026 | 07:10 CEST
BYD, Standard Uranium, FuelCell Energy: The Battle for Electricity Creates New Stock Market Stars
Global electricity demand is rising rapidly. AI data centers, electric mobility, and the electrification of industry are driving investment in alternative energy to record levels. Several future-oriented industries are benefiting from this: hydrogen and fuel cell technologies could play a key role in energy supply, while the renaissance of nuclear energy is ushering in a new phase of growth for the uranium market. At the same time, the global electric vehicle boom is driving sustained high demand for innovative mobility solutions.
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Commented by Nico Popp on June 12th, 2026 | 06:50 CEST
Geostrategic Raw Materials Alliance: Export Controls Hit SpaceX and Rheinmetall – Wall Street Bets on Almonty
Trade barriers, reduced mining quotas, and a US legal import ban on certain critical metals set to take effect in 2027—the West's traditional raw materials supply chains are under pressure. At the heart of the supply bottleneck is tungsten, which, due to its melting point of 3,422 °C, is irreplaceable for modern kinetic military applications and high-temperature-resistant alloys in the aerospace sector. Since alternative, non-Chinese production capacities have so far accounted for less than 10% of global production volume, Western technology companies face a very real supply crisis. Tungsten heavyweight Almonty Industries is stepping into this supply vacuum and, thanks to new production capacities, is emerging as a key player and de facto monopolist.
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Commented by Nico Popp on June 12th, 2026 | 06:40 CEST
Gold Sector in M&A Frenzy: Dwindling Reserves Drive B2Gold and Orezone – Hidden Gem: Desert Gold
Dwindling mineral reserves in low-risk regions, stagnating discovery rates, and increasingly complex permitting processes—the situation in the gold mining sector is forcing leading producers to act. Since developing new large-scale greenfield projects is associated with sharply rising costs, industry giants are increasingly shifting their focus to acquiring projects already at an advanced stage. According to surveys by the industry portal MiningBeacon, the gold sector accounted for over 40% of the total mining transaction volume in the first five months of 2026 alone, amounting to deals worth USD 41 billion. West African shear trends and established mining regions are therefore becoming target areas for resource-hungry corporations that need to utilize their processing capacities to full capacity.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on June 11th, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
Gold, Silver, Defence, AI, or the Nasdaq? SpaceX Heads for the US Indices – Defying Weakness with Lahontan Gold
A remarkable phenomenon is currently unfolding in the markets: virtually everything is weakening. From gold to silver, from high-tech to low-tech, whether AI or hydrogen—every sector is undergoing a correction. So far, however, the pullback remains modest when measured against the extraordinary gains achieved over the past 14 months following the tariff-driven sell-off triggered by Donald Trump. During that period, the Nasdaq effectively doubled. Traders know that a volatile interim low will now be reached, particularly over the summer, before the markets look forward to 2027 with renewed hope. This period needs to be bridged, and there may also be a need for hedging. Historically, gold has served this role well, often gaining value when other asset classes came under pressure. Yet gold itself has been one of the best-performing asset classes over the past two years, leading to some profit-taking here as well. Whether the S&P 500 can absorb additional heavyweights such as SpaceX, OpenAI, and Databricks following its historic rally remains to be seen. A fast-track inclusion of SpaceX into the S&P indices was reportedly rejected by S&P Dow Jones, while NASDAQ, Russell, and MSCI are set to list it within a few trading days. This should be exciting! Where are the tangible opportunities for investors?
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Commented by Lars Winter on June 10th, 2026 | 07:35 CEST
New Study Expected from Lahontan Gold: Gold Hot Stock Poised for a Revaluation
Although the gold price has recently corrected, it has nonetheless doubled over the past two years. This strong performance is not only driving growth among major mining companies and gold producers but is also bringing small explorers into the picture—those on the verge of making the leap to production. Lahontan Gold falls into exactly this category. Among other assets, the Canadian company owns a former gold mine in Nevada that is set to be revived and is likely to provide the stock with strong momentum in the coming months.
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Commented by Nico Popp on June 9th, 2026 | 08:40 CEST
Gold Market: Rising Inflation Fears Force Mining Giants Like Barrick Into Acquisitions – S&P Global Provides Tailwind for DRC Gold
An escalating US debt crisis exceeding USD 39 trillion, geopolitical shocks in the Middle East, and a resurgent inflation trend have shaped capital markets in the first half of the year. While more speculative digital assets such as Bitcoin have experienced significant corrections after reaching historic highs, physical gold is increasingly establishing itself as a stable store of value against fiat currency debasement. The precious metal has reached an all-time high of USD 5,589 per ounce and is seeing strong inflows into gold ETFs. This ongoing trend is forcing established mining companies to expand declining resources at existing mines and in surrounding areas. For investors, this environment presents opportunities.
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Commented by Matthias Schomber on June 9th, 2026 | 08:30 CEST
Almonty Industries: Rebound After the Bond Shock? Deutsche Telekom Shifts to AI, Munich Re Buys the Dip!
The stock markets in June 2026 remain volatile and dynamic. While established blue chips such as Deutsche Telekom AG are upgrading their networks with artificial intelligence ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup, Munich Re is navigating the challenges of climate volatility and declining share prices. Against this turbulent backdrop, Almonty—which is becoming increasingly important strategically—is causing a huge stir in the markets. The tungsten specialist recently placed a large-scale bond issuance. The market reacted with a sharp sell-off last Friday, initially driven by shock over the announcement. However, this apparent setback could now be creating a compelling opportunity for discerning investors. We take a look behind the scenes at these three stocks.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on June 9th, 2026 | 08:10 CEST
M&A Fever Sweeps the Gold Sector! Lahontan Gold Deserves a Closer Look
While gold prices are consolidating, a new wave of mergers and acquisitions is emerging across the sector. Historically, consolidation cycles tend to start with the larger producers, and the current market appears to be following that pattern. Orla Mining, Equinox Gold, Coeur Mining, New Gold, Endeavour Mining, and industry heavyweight Barrick Mining have already been active. Against this backdrop, investors may want to take a closer look at second-tier companies that already have advanced projects. One particularly interesting candidate is Lahontan Gold. The company's CEO recently stated: "We will have a mine next year." Lahontan holds a resource of nearly 2 million ounces of gold equivalent, operates in one of North America's premier mining jurisdictions, and has a clearly defined path toward production. On top of that, its market capitalization is anything but expensive.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on June 9th, 2026 | 08:05 CEST
USA Rare Earth, Desert Gold Ventures, Alcoa: Commodities Are Becoming the Key to the Future
The commodities markets are entering an exciting phase. While geopolitical crises could tighten the supply of key industrial metals and drive prices to new record highs, gold remains one of the most promising beneficiaries, given elevated government debt, central bank purchases, and global uncertainties. At the same time, the US and Europe are investing billions in building independent supply chains for critical raw materials to secure their technology, energy, and defence industries. This opens up opportunities for investors in several future markets that could benefit from structural bottlenecks and strategic demand.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on June 8th, 2026 | 07:45 CEST
How to Turn the Sell-off into a Gold Mine with Barrick Mining, North Arrow Minerals, and B2Gold
On June 5, 2026, the price of gold plummeted by 3.37% to USD 4,324. This is the lowest level since late March. Panic selling swept the market, but analysts are calling it a long-overdue technical correction following a nine-week rally. Gold mining stocks amplify such movements: they fall roughly twice as sharply, but also recover twice as quickly. Those who buy now rather than sell could stand to benefit from this leverage. The current weakness is not a disaster, but an opportune entry point for long-term investors. We take a closer look at Barrick Mining, North Arrow Minerals, and B2Gold.
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